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Lala Approaching Hawaii; Flash Flooding Risks; Excessive Heat

Lala, may become a hurricane, is expected to impact Hawaii this weekend. Heavy rainfall, strong winds, dangerous surf and localized flooding are expected. Heavy rainfall and flash flooding concerns from the mid-Mississippi Valley, Ohio Valley into the central Appalachians continues, with the threat shifting toward the mid-Atlantic later this weekend. Record heat continues for areas of the South. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Sat, Aug 15, 2026 at 11:20:07 am MDT

A Flash Flood Watch is in effect on Saturday for parts of the Sacramento Mountains, primarily focusing on and downstream of the Ruidoso area burn scars. Make sure to remain weather aware and have multiple ways to receive warnings.
Scattered thunderstorms across the state this weekend may cause instances of flash flooding across the area. The threat will be higher across burn scars, especially on Saturday. Make sure to have multiple ways to receive warnings.
Scattered storms will continue through Monday. Most areas will receive between one quarter and one inch, but a few areas in eastern New Mexico may receive a few inches.
Scattered showers and storms will continue to favor the western and northern mountains through the end of next week. Near normal temperatures this weekend warm above average next week.

 

 
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