Headline:
Flood Advisory issued September 17 at 3:51PM MDT until September 17 at 5:45PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Event:
Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 17, 2024 - 2:51pm
Expires:
September 17, 2024 - 4:45pm
Description:
* WHAT...Urban area and small stream flooding caused by excessive
rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...A portion of north central New Mexico, including the
following county, southeastern Sandoval.
* WHEN...Until 545 PM MDT.
* IMPACTS...Rises in small streams and normally dry arroyos.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 351 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to
thunderstorms. This will cause urban and small stream
flooding. Between 0.5 and 0.75 inches of rain have fallen.
- Additional rainfall amounts of 0.25 to 0.5 inches are
expected over the area. This additional rain will result in
minor flooding.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Northeastern Rio Rancho, Bernalillo, Coronado State Monument,
Enchanted Hills, Santa Ana Pueblo and Placitas.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Area Description:
Sandoval, NM
Forcast Office:
NWS Albuquerque NM