Flash Flood Warning — Dona Ana County, New Mexico
Flooding is imminent or already occurring. Move to higher ground immediately — never drive through flooded roads.
Current Status
🌊 Active: Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued August 16 at 4:47PM MDT until August 16 at 6:45PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
FFWEPZ The National Weather Service in El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... West Central Dona Ana County in south central New Mexico... * Until 645 PM MDT. * At 447 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts up to 0.5 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Mainly rural areas of West Central Dona Ana County.
Effective August 16, 2026 at 6:47 PM ET · Expires August 16, 2026 at 8:45 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flash Flood Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
Expires
August 16, 2026 at 8:45 PM ET
Last Checked
1 minute ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded roads. Find an alternate route. Flooding is occurring or is imminent. It is important to know where you are relative to streams, rivers, or creeks which can become killers in heavy rains. Campers and hikers should avoid streams or creeks.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Flash Flood Warning mean for Dona Ana County, New Mexico?
Flooding is imminent or already occurring. Move to higher ground immediately — never drive through flooded roads.
Is this Flash Flood Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (1 minute ago). It's set to expire August 16, 2026 at 8:45 PM ET.
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