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Last Map Update: Wed, Jul 22, 2026 at 8:44:09 am MDT

Thunderstorms producing heavy rainfall will threaten flash flooding over the Ruidoso area burn scars, as well as areas of west-central and northwestern NM this afternoon and early evening. Low-lying, poorly drained, and already rain soaked areas will be most susceptible.
Flash Flood Watches are in effect today for the Ruidoso area burn scars, and much of northwestern and west-central NM where the ingredients exist for robust thunderstorms to produce heavy rain, threatening flash flooding.
Daily rounds of afternoon thunderstorms trend down a tick, but will continue favoring development over the high terrain before moving slowly over surrounding lower elevations will continue Thursday and through the weekend. The heat builds as well with highs in the upper 90s to low 100s threatening moderate to high heat risk.

 

 
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