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Flood Watch issued September 16 at 3:05AM MDT until September 17 at

Affecting Northwest Plateau; Chuska Mountains; Far Northwest Highlands; Northwest Highlands

In effect until: Sep 16, 2026, 5:15 PM

Northwest Plateau; Chuska Mountains; Far Northwest Highlands; Northwest Highlands

Possible impact zone; conditions develop through 5:15 PM.

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

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* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.

* WHERE...Portions of north central and northwest New Mexico,
including the following areas, in north central New Mexico, Far
Northwest Highlands and Northwest Highlands. In northwest New
Mexico, Chuska Mountains and Northwest Plateau.

* WHEN...From noon MDT today through late tonight.

* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of creeks,
streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Deep monsoon moisture will remain over northwest New Mexico
Wednesday, resulting in the development of numerous showers and
storms. Stronger storms will have the potential to produce
rainfall rates of one to two inches per hour, with some areas
receiving multiple rounds of storms. Rapid runoff will likely
create flash flooding through normally dry arroyos and other
low-lying areas.
- http://www.weather.gov/abq/EmergencyPrepFlood

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Flood Watch issued September 16 at 3:05AM MDT until September 17 at

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