Flash Flood Warning for Separ, NM
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A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for South Central Grant County and Northwestern Luna County in southwestern New Mexico until 8:45 AM MDT.
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- Record type
- Flash Flood Warning
- Affected area
- Southwestern New Mexico
- Issued
- September 29, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
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Alert Details
A Flash Flood Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM. The alert is effective from September 29 at 6:20 AM MDT until September 29 at 8:45 AM MDT.
Affected Areas
The warning covers South Central Grant County and Northwestern Luna County in southwestern New Mexico. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include Separ.
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. Remain alert for flooding even in locations not receiving rain. Arroyos, streams, and rivers can become raging killer currents in a matter of minutes, even from distant rainfall.
Expected Conditions
At 6:20 AM MDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Up to 1.25 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts up to 1 inch are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
Timeline
The Flash Flood Warning is effective from September 29 at 6:20 AM MDT and remains in effect until September 29 at 8:45 AM MDT.
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