First published Oct 23, 2026, 5:37:15 AM UTC · Last updated Oct 23, 2026, 1:44:15 PM UTC

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Flood Warning issued October 22 at 11:04PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM

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Moderate flooding is occurring on the Rio Chama above Abiquiu, and major flooding is forecast. The warning remains in effect until October 24 at 7:00 AM MDT; motorists are told not to drive through flooded areas or around barricades.

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Affected location: Rio Chama above Abiquiu, Rio Arriba County, New Mexico

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The alert reports flooding in progress and forecasts major flooding at the Rio Chama above Abiquiu.

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Oct 23, 2026, 1:16 PM UTC
Moderate flooding is occurring on the Rio Chama above Abiquiu, and major flooding is forecast. The warning remains in effect until October 24 at 7:00 AM MDT; motorists are told not to drive through flooded areas or around barricades.
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