First published Oct 30, 2026, 1:35:15 AM UTC · Last updated Oct 30, 2026, 3:44:16 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 7:19PM MDT until October 29 at 10:15PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM

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The National Weather Service extended a flash flood warning for northeastern Luna County, New Mexico, until 11:00 PM MDT on October 29. Radar indicated thunderstorms had brought 2 to 3 inches of rain, with flash flooding ongoing or expected shortly.

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The warning reports flash flooding affecting roads and low-lying areas and advises people to turn around rather than drive through flooded roads.

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Oct 30, 2026, 3:02 AM UTC
The National Weather Service extended a flash flood warning for northeastern Luna County, New Mexico, until 11:00 PM MDT on October 29. Radar indicated thunderstorms had brought 2 to 3 inches of rain, with flash flooding ongoing or expected shortly.
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