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Flood Watch issued September 22 at 1:02AM MDT until September 23 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM in New Mexico

FFWABQ The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... West Central Lincoln County in central New Mexico... South Central Socorro County in central New Mexico... * Until 600 PM MDT. * At 259 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 0.5 and 1.25 inches of rain have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 1

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Flood Watch issued September 22 at 1:02AM MDT until September 23 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM in New Mexico
Official notice from National Weather Service (NOAA)
Quick Answer & Executive Summary

Official alerts issued by the National Weather Service (NOAA) confirm active weather hazards affecting New Mexico. Residents and travelers in the designated zone should heed safety warnings and monitor local radar.

Official alerts issued by the National Weather Service (NOAA) confirm active weather hazards affecting New Mexico. Residents and travelers in the designated zone should heed safety warnings and monitor local radar.

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Key Verified Points

  • Event: Flash Flood Warning
  • Severity: Severe | Urgency: Immediate | Certainty: Likely
  • Affected Areas: Lincoln, NM; Socorro, NM
  • Effective: 2026-09-22T14:59:00-06:00
  • Expires: 2026-09-22T18:00:00-06:00
  • Recommended Action: Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. In hilly or mountainous terrain there are numerous low water crossings which are potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded roads

Executive Meteorological Briefing

FFWABQ The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... West Central Lincoln County in central New Mexico... South Central Socorro County in central New Mexico... * Until 600 PM MDT. * At 259 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 0.5 and 1.25 inches of rain have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 1

Hazard Analysis & Threat Level

The National Weather Service (NOAA) has designated this event with a severity rating of SEVERE and an urgency classification of IMMEDIATE. Meteorological observation stations across New Mexico are tracking atmospheric volatility and issuing real-time safety advisories.

Key Verified Meteorological Points

  • Event: Flash Flood Warning
  • Severity: Severe | Urgency: Immediate | Certainty: Likely
  • Affected Areas: Lincoln, NM; Socorro, NM
  • Effective: 2026-09-22T14:59:00-06:00
  • Expires: 2026-09-22T18:00:00-06:00
  • Recommended Action: Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. In hilly or mountainous terrain there are numerous low water crossings which are potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded roads
  • Geographic Scope & Affected Communities

  • Primary Impact Sector: New Mexico
  • Regional Zone Footprint: Lincoln, NM; Socorro, NM
  • State Jurisdiction: NM (United States)
  • Essential Public Safety Directives

  • Monitor Official Broadcasts: Keep battery-powered NOAA weather radios or official emergency notification applications active.
  • Secure Vulnerable Assets: Fasten loose outdoor objects and avoid non-essential highway travel in affected sectors.
  • Obey Local Officials: Follow instructions issued by municipal emergency management agencies and local first responders.
  • Primary Provenance & Real-Time Updates

    All meteorological information in this report originates directly from the National Weather Service (NOAA). USA NOW will continue automated synchronization as updated radar passes and bulletins are logged.

    Event Timeline & Developments

    Sep 22, 05:00 PM ET
    Update Verified
    FFWABQ The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... West Central Lincoln County in central New Mexico... South Central Socorro County in ce
    Sep 22, 04:45 PM ET
    Update Verified
    * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Interior Kuskokwim Delta, including Kwethluk, Kasigluk, Bethel, Napaskiak, Napakiak, Oscarville, and other nea
    Sep 22, 04:28 PM ET
    Update Verified
    FFWABQ The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... Central Torrance County in central New Mexico... * Until 530 PM MDT. * At 227 PM MDT, D
    Sep 22, 04:17 PM ET
    Update Verified
    FFWRLX The National Weather Service in Charleston has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... West Central Randolph County in northeastern West Virginia... Northern Webster County in
    Sep 22, 04:13 PM ET
    Update Verified
    FFWABQ The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... Southwestern Lincoln County in central New Mexico... * Until 515 PM MDT. * At 213 PM MD
    Sep 22, 04:12 PM ET
    Update Verified
    FFWEPZ The National Weather Service in El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... Northeastern Dona Ana County in south central New Mexico... West Central Ot
    Sep 22, 04:02 PM ET
    Update Verified
    FFWABQ The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... North Central Colfax County in northeastern New Mexico... * Until 500 PM MDT. * At 201
    Sep 22, 03:49 PM ET
    Update Verified
    FFWMAF The National Weather Service in Midland/Odessa has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... East Central Lea County in southeastern New Mexico... * Until 445 PM MDT. * At 148 P
    Sep 22, 03:25 PM ET
    Update Verified
    FFWABQ The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... West Central Mora County in northeastern New Mexico... * Until 430 PM MDT. * At 124 PM
    Sep 22, 02:20 PM ET
    Update Verified
    * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of southwest Texas, including the following areas, Rio Grande Valley of Eastern Hudspet
    Sep 22, 02:03 PM ET
    Update Verified
    ...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers... Scioto River at Piketon. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Scioto River at
    Sep 22, 11:45 AM ET
    Update Verified
    * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of southwest Colorado, including the following areas, San Juan River Basin and Southwes
    Sep 22, 10:51 AM ET
    Update Verified
    FFWAKQ The National Weather Service in Wakefield has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... South Central Lancaster County in eastern Virginia... Northwestern Mathews County in east
    Sep 22, 05:03 AM ET
    Update Verified
    * WHAT...North winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 9 to 14 ft expected. * WHERE...The coastal waters from Cape Hatteras to Ocracoke Inlet. * WHEN...From 2 PM Wednesda
    Sep 22, 05:03 AM ET
    Update Verified
    * WHAT...Northeast winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 6 to 11 ft expected. * WHERE...The coastal waters from Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout. * WHEN...From 2 PM Wedne
    Sep 22, 03:02 AM ET
    Initial Bulletin Recorded
    * WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of east central, north central, northeast, northwest, and west central New Mexico,

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What areas are affected by this weather announcement?

    The primary region affected is New Mexico (Northwest Plateau; Chuska Mountains; Far Northwest Highlands; West Central Plateau; San Francisco River Valley; Tusas Mountains Including Chama; Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains; Upper Rio Grande Valley; Johnson and Bartlett Mesas Including Raton Pass; Union County; Quay County).

    Who is the official issuing source?

    This information was officially issued by the National Weather Service (NOAA) on 9/22/2026.

    What should affected Americans do right now?

    Review the recommended guidance above, verify direct notices at https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.8fc016a4b9ec1707d18193d617968f63442ff884.001.1, and check with local emergency services or transport providers where applicable.

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