First published 9/19/2026, 12:18:15 AM · Last updated 9/19/2026, 12:18:15 AM

Flash Flood Warning issued September 18 6:11PM MDT — NWS Albuquerque NM

National Weather Service issued a Flash Flood Warning for the Albuquerque, New Mexico area valid from Sept 18 6:11 PM MDT to Sept 18 8:15 PM MDT. Short-duration, heavy rainfall can produce dangerous rapid flooding during the warning period.

Categories: severe-weather-and-natural-disasters

Generated scores

Scores are based on the cited reporting and use a 1–10 scale. Read the methodology.

Confidence: 10/10How certain the assessment is based on the clarity and evidence in the cited reporting.
Geographic reach: 3/10How widely the event reaches, from a local area (1) to worldwide impact (10).
Global importance: 7/10The event's broader significance, from limited importance (1) to major global importance (10).
Impact magnitude: 5/10The scale or severity of the real-world impact, from minor (1) to extreme (10).
Positivity: 1/10How harmful or beneficial the event is, from strongly harmful (1) to strongly positive (10).
Urgency: 9/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

Why it matters

Flash floods can cause fast-rising water, road washouts, and hazardous driving conditions. People in the warned area — especially drivers and outdoor recreationists — should avoid flooded roads and follow local safety guidance.

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Flash Flood Warning issued September 18 at 6:11PM MDT until September 18 at 8:15PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM

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