Occurred Oct 29, 2026, 11:53:00 PM UTC

First published Oct 30, 2026, 12:32:15 AM UTC · Last updated Oct 30, 2026, 12:32:15 AM UTC

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Flash Flood Warning — NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM

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Flash Flood Warning issued October 29 at 5:53PM MDT until October 29 at 8:45PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM

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The National Weather Service warned of flash flooding in north-central Doña Ana County, New Mexico, after radar detected thunderstorms and 1–2 inches of rain. The alert was in effect until 8:45 p.m. MDT and advised avoiding flooded roads.

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Affected location: North Central Doña Ana County, New Mexico
The alert was in effect until 8:45 p.m.

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Flooding was ongoing or expected shortly, with roads and low-lying areas among the locations at risk.

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U.S. National Weather Service Alerts NWS Flash Flood Warning issued October 29 at 5:53PM MDT until October 29 at 8:45PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM

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