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Flood Watch
ActiveUpper Gila River Valley; Southern Gila Foothills/Mimbres Valley; Southwest Desert/Lower Gila River Valley; Eastern Black Range Foothills; Central Grant County/Silver City Area
Status
In Progress
Started about 2 hours ago
Ends
Issued
Severity
Severe
Urgency
Future
Certainty
Possible
Details
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.
* WHERE...A portion of southwest New Mexico, including the following areas, Central Grant County/Silver City Area, Eastern Black Range Foothills, Southern Gila Foothills/Mimbres Valley, Southern Gila Region Highlands/Black Range, Southwest Desert/Lower Gila River Valley and Upper Gila River Valley.
* WHEN...Through late tonight.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - An incoming potent upper level system coupled with abnormally high moisture will allow for scattered to numerous thunderstorms this afternoon, evening and into Friday morning. Storms will be efficient rain makers which could lead to flash flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instructions
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.
Data from the National Weather Service
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