First published Oct 25, 2026, 2:36:15 AM UTC · Last updated Oct 25, 2026, 3:35:15 AM UTC

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Flash Flood Warning — NWS Albuquerque NM

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Flash Flood Warning issued October 24 at 8:18PM MDT until October 24 at 11:15PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM

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The warning covers Bernalillo, Santa Fe, and Torrance counties, where trained spotters reported thunderstorms and 1–3 inches of rain, with flash flooding ongoing or expected shortly. It is in effect until 11:15 p.m. MDT and identifies flooded roads, underpasses, streams, and low-lying areas.

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Affected location: Bernalillo, Santa Fe, and Torrance counties, New Mexico
It is in effect until 11:15 p.m.

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The warning directs people to avoid flooded roads, including Interstate 40 between mile markers 178 and 191.

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Oct 25, 2026, 3:13 AM UTC
The warning covers Bernalillo, Santa Fe, and Torrance counties, where trained spotters reported thunderstorms and 1–3 inches of rain, with flash flooding ongoing or expected shortly. It is in effect until 11:15 p.m. MDT and identifies flooded roads, underpasses, streams, and low-lying areas.
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