Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued July 24 at 3:14PM MDT until July 24 at 4:45PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
July 24, 2026 - 2:14pm
Expires:
July 24, 2026 - 3:45pm
Description:
At 314 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy
rain over the Sacaton and Hummingbird Burn Scar. Between 0.5 and 1
inch of rain has fallen. Additional rainfall amounts up to 0.25
inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or
expected to begin shortly.
Excessive rainfall over the burn scar will impact Willow Creek Canyon
along Willow Creek Road. The debris flow can consist of rock, mud,
vegetation and other loose materials.
HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing
flash flooding in and around the Sacaton and Hummingbird
Burn Scar.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of areas in and around the
Sacaton and Hummingbird Burn Scar.
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Mainly rural areas of South Central Catron County.
Instruction:
This is a life threatening situation. Heavy rainfall will cause
extensive and severe flash flooding of creeks, streams and ditches in
the Sacaton and Hummingbird Burn Scar. Severe debris flows can also
be anticipated across roads. Roads and driveways may be washed away
in places. If you encounter flood waters, climb to safety.
Area Description:
Catron, NM
Forcast Office:
NWS Albuquerque NM
Sender: