First published Oct 23, 2026, 5:12:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 23, 2026, 5:12:15 PM UTC

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Flood Warning continues for the Animas River near Cedar Hill, New Mexico

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The warning reports minor flooding forecast on the Animas River near Cedar Hill, with the river expected to crest at 11.3 feet late Friday afternoon. The alert describes possible impacts near Farmington and advises motorists not to drive through flooded areas or around barricades.

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Affected location: Animas River near Cedar Hill, New Mexico

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The forecast crest approaches the flood of record, and the alert urges caution around flooded areas.

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Urgency: 8/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

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U.S. National Weather Service Alerts NWS Flood Warning issued October 23 at 10:43AM MDT until October 24 at 2:40PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM

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