New Mexico Severe Flash Flood Warning | Effective 07/23/2026 16:19

Headline: 
Flash Flood Warning issued July 23 at 5:19PM MDT until July 23 at 6:30PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Event: 
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
July 23, 2026 - 4:19pm
Expires: 
July 23, 2026 - 5:30pm
Description: 
At 519 PM MDT, Rainfall rates have decreased significantly, but significant runoff will continue. Between 1.5 and 2.75 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts up to 0.5 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. SOURCE...Radar indicated. 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... Aragon and Apache Creek. New Mexico State Route 12 between Old Horse Springs and Apache Creek.
Instruction: 
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads. Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Do not camp along streams and rivers. Remain alert when hiking in steep, narrow canyons. Know where you are relative to low spots and drainages.
Area Description: 
Catron, NM
Forcast Office: 
NWS Albuquerque NM