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Flash Flood Warning issued September 22 at 11:46PM MDT until September 23
Affecting Otero, NM; Hudspeth, TX
In effect until: Sep 23, 2026, 7:45 AM
Otero, NM; Hudspeth, TX
Likely impact across 2 counties in NM and TX; effects through 7:45 AM.
Get to higher ground now. Never drive through flooded roads.
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At 1146 PM MDT, Thunderstorms have diminished in intensity over the Otero Mesa. Radar estimates 2.50 to 3 inches of rain fell in Otero County, northwest of Dell City. This will result in flooding in various draws that flow towards Dell City. Retention dams will prevent water from reaching Dell City, but flooding will impact rural roads north and northwest of town, especially across the New Mexico border. 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... Rural areas on the Otero Mesa northwest of Dell City.
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Alert data: U.S. National Weather Service / NOAA · Translation: WeatherTranslate™