Flash Flood Warning Issued for Grant County, NM
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A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for north central Grant County in southwestern New Mexico until 8:45 PM MDT due to heavy rain from thunderstorms.
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- Record type
- Flash Flood Warning
- Affected area
- Grant County, New Mexico
- Issued
- August 7, 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 August 6 at 6:41 PM MDT until August 6 at 8:45 PM MDT.
Affected Areas
North Central Grant County in southwestern New Mexico, including Cliff, Riverside, Gila, and Bill Evans Lake. Impacted streams and drainages include Sycamore Creek, Gila River, Duck Creek, Mangas Creek, Bear Creek, and Lobo Creek.
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 over the Cliff/Gila area and Bill Evans Lake, with 1 to 1.5 inches of rain fallen. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
Timeline
The warning is effective immediately from 6:41 PM MDT on August 6, 2026, and remains in effect until 8:45 PM MDT on August 6, 2026.
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