Flood Watch Issued for New Mexico Amid Heavy Rain
A flood watch is currently in effect for all of New Mexico as a surge of monsoon moisture brings widespread heavy rainfall to the region. The National Weather Service has warned of flash flooding, particularly in areas below burn scars, low-lying regions, arroyos, urban areas, and near streams and rivers. Rainfall rates could reach up to 2 inches per hour, with some areas in southern, central, and eastern New Mexico potentially receiving over 4 inches of rain due to repeated storm activity, also known as 'training.' Albuquerque and Santa Fe are included in the flood watch, which remains active through Thursday morning. Source time: Wed, 23 Sep 2026 14:09:00 GMT.