Active AlertsSouthwest Desert/Lower Gila River Valley

Flood Watch

Issued at Tue 9:50 AM Jul. 28
Issued by: National Weather Service
Description

What: Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
Where: Portions of Southwest New Mexico, including Silver City and Lordsburg.
When: Through this evening.
Impacts: Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
Additional Details: - Saturated soils from recent rainfall combined with potential heavy rainfall from slow-moving thunderstorms today will result in an elevated risk of flash flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Recommended Action

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

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