Flood Advisory — Sierra County, New Mexico
Minor flooding is expected — not severe enough for a warning, but potentially inconvenient or hazardous for travel.
Current Status
🌊 Active: Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory issued August 4 at 11:53PM MDT until August 5 at 3:00AM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
* WHAT...Arroyo and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...Lower Seco Creek in Sierra County, New Mexico. * WHEN...Until 300 AM MDT. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Dangerous flows over low-water crossings. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1153 PM MDT, Thunderstorms produced 1 to 1.5 inches of rain over middle sections of Seco Creek tonight. While storms have dissipated, runoff is likely to inundate the low water crossing on Lower Seco Creek Road and Primaveras Road, just under the I-25 underpass. - Some locations that may experience flooding include... Lower Seco Creek near Caballo. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Effective August 5, 2026 at 1:53 AM ET · Expires August 5, 2026 at 5:00 AM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flood Advisory
Severity
minor
Issued By
NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
Expires
August 5, 2026 at 5:00 AM ET
Last Checked
2 minutes ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Flood Advisory mean for Sierra County, New Mexico?
Minor flooding is expected — not severe enough for a warning, but potentially inconvenient or hazardous for travel.
Is this Flood Advisory currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (2 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 5, 2026 at 5:00 AM ET.
How do I get notified about Flood Advisory alerts for Sierra County?
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