Flash Flood Warning for Magdalena in Socorro County, NM
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A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for West Central Socorro County until 8:00 PM MDT, with heavy rain and ongoing flooding near Magdalena.
The weather record, at a glance
- Record type
- Flash Flood Warning
- Affected area
- Central New Mexico
- Issued
- September 25, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Albuquerque NM
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Alert Details
A Flash Flood Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Albuquerque NM. The alert is effective from September 25 at 5:05 PM MDT until September 25 at 8:00 PM MDT.
Affected Areas
West Central Socorro County in central New Mexico, including the area around Magdalena and Highway 60 between Mile Markers 100 and 119.
What You Should Do
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Expected Conditions
Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Up to 2 inches of rain have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 1 to 1.5 inches in 1 hour. Additional rainfall amounts up to 1 inch are possible.
Timeline
The warning is in effect from 5:05 PM MDT on September 25, 2026, until 8:00 PM MDT on September 25, 2026.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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