Flash Flood Warning Issued in Rio Arriba and Sandoval, New Mexico

Flash Flood Warning was issued by the for Rio Arriba and Sandoval Counties in New Mexico.

Flash Flood Warning

The alert was issued at 5:57 PM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 9:00 PM local time. The NWS lists the alert severity as severe. Its urgency is listed as immediate. The event is classified as likely.

Storm Details

Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Up to 1.25 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts up to 1 inch are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly

Hazards

Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms

Potential Impact

Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include. Counselor. This includes Highway 550 between Mile Markers 94 and 102 and County Road 379

Areas Affected

The warning covers Rio Arriba and Sandoval Counties in New Mexico.

Safety Information

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. In hilly or mountainous terrain there are numerous low water crossings which are potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded roads. Find an alternate route.