Flash Flood Warning — Rio Arriba 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 31 at 6:17PM MDT until August 31 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
At 617 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 2.75 inches of rain have fallen south of Abiquiu. Additional rainfall amounts up to 0.25 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... Chili.
Effective August 31, 2026 at 8:17 PM ET · Expires August 31, 2026 at 11:00 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flash Flood Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Albuquerque NM
Expires
August 31, 2026 at 11:00 PM ET
Last Checked
2 minutes ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
In hilly or mountainous terrain there are numerous low water crossings which are potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded roads. Find an alternate route. Arroyos, streams, and normally dry rivers can become raging killer currents in a matter of minutes. Water in arroyos can travel many miles and take hours to reach your location from upstream rain areas.
Also In Effect For
This same Flash Flood Warning also covers:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Flash Flood Warning mean for Rio Arriba 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 (2 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 31, 2026 at 11:00 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Flash Flood Warning alerts for Rio Arriba County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Flash Flood Warning is also in effect for Sandoval County.