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Flash Flood Warning issued September 30 at 3:11AM MDT until September 30

Affecting Lea, NM

In effect until: Sep 30, 2026, 10:45 AM

Lea, NM

Likely impact in Lea, NM; effects through 10:45 AM.

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding.

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At 311 AM MDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy
rain across the warned area. Between 0.5 and 1.5 inches of rain have
fallen. Flooding impacts will continue, but no additional rainfall is
expected.

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...
Lovington and Caprock.

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Flash Flood Warning issued September 30 at 3:11AM MDT until September 30

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