Flash Flooding Threatens Eastern New Mexico as Severe Storms Devastate Cities

Eastern New Mexico faces another day of heavy rainfall and severe storms, with flash flooding a major concern, especially in areas like Roswell that were hit hard over the weekend. The National Weather Service has extended a Flash Flood Watch through tonight, warning of river flooding along the Pecos River and surrounding areas.

Showers and storms, fueled by an unseasonably strong low-pressure system, are expected to persist throughout the day, with some areas seeing rainfall rates of over 2 inches per hour. Severe storms may also bring large hail, particularly in northeast New Mexico. Conditions are set to clear by late Monday, with calmer, drier weather arriving midweek.

Showers and storms, fueled by an unseasonably strong low-pressure system, are expected to persist throughout the day.Photo byMika BaumeisteronUnsplash