Data source: National Weather Service (NWS)

Flooding

Flash Flood Warning (WARNING) - expires September 9, 2026 at 5:45 PM EDT

Areas affected: Catron, NM

Flash Flood Warning issued September 9 at 2:27PM MDT until September 9 at 3:45PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM

At 227 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain over the Sacaton and Hummingbird burn scars. Between 0\.5 and 1 inch of rain has fallen. Additional rainfall amounts up to 0\.1 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

Excessive rainfall over the burn scar will impact Willow Creek and Gilita Creek. This includes Willow Creek Road including the Ben Lilly and Willow Creek Campgrounds and any other residences in this area. Bursum Road near the Willow Creek Campground may also be impacted. Middle Fork Trail number 157 and Iron Creek Trail number 172 will be especially dangerous. The debris flow can consist of rock, mud, vegetation and other loose materials.

HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing flash flooding in and around the Sacaton and Hummingbird burn scars.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of areas in and around the Sacaton and Hummingbird burn scars.

Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Mainly rural areas of South Central Catron County.

What to do: This is a life threatening situation. Heavy rainfall will cause extensive and severe flash flooding of creeks, streams and ditches in the Sacaton and Hummingbird burn scars. Severe debris flows can also be anticipated across roads. Roads and driveways may be washed away in places. If you encounter flood waters, climb to safety.

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.

Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and request they pass this information to the National Weather Service when you can do so safely.

Source: NWS Albuquerque NM

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