Grant County, New Mexico, Friday, October 23, 2026

“Flash Flood Warning issued October 23 at 4:44PM MDT until October 23 at 7:45PM 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... Southwestern Sierra County in south central New Mexico... Eastern Grant County in southwestern New Mexico... * Until 745 PM MDT. * At 444 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 1.5 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... Lake Valley.

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads. 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.

“Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued October 23 at 4:21PM MDT until October 23 at 4:45PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM”

At 421 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Lake Valley, moving northeast at 45 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include... Arrey, Lake Valley, Derry, and Lower Animas Creek.

A tornado watch remains in effect for the warned area. Tornadoes can develop quickly from severe thunderstorms. Although a tornado is not immediately likely, if one is spotted act quickly and move to a place of safety inside a sturdy structure, such as a basement or small interior room. For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.

“Flash Flood Warning issued October 23 at 4:18PM MDT until October 23 at 7:15PM 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... East Central Grant County in southwestern New Mexico... North Central Luna County in southwestern New Mexico... * Until 715 PM MDT. * At 418 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 1.5 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... Faywood, Sherman and Butterfield Trail Estates.

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads. Remain alert for flooding even in locations not receiving rain. Arroyos, streams, and rivers can become raging killer currents in a matter of minutes, even from distant rainfall.

“Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued October 23 at 4:07PM MDT until October 23 at 4:45PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM”

SVREPZ The National Weather Service in El Paso has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Eastern Grant County in southwestern New Mexico... Southwestern Sierra County in south central New Mexico... North central Luna County in southwestern New Mexico... * Until 445 PM MDT. * At 407 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 7 miles southwest of Lake Valley, moving northeast at 35 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. * Locations impacted include... Arrey, Lake Valley, Derry, and Lower Animas Creek. This includes Interstate 25 in New Mexico near mile marker 52.

Remain alert for a possible tornado! Tornadoes can develop quickly from severe thunderstorms. If you spot a tornado go at once into the basement or small central room in a sturdy structure. For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.

“Tornado Warning issued October 23 at 4:02PM MDT until October 23 at 4:15PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM”

At 402 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Faywood, moving northeast at 30 mph. HAZARD...Tornado and half dollar size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation. IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely. This tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of eastern Grant and north central Luna Counties.

TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris.

“Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued October 23 at 3:59PM MDT until October 23 at 4:15PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM”

SVREPZ The National Weather Service in El Paso has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Northeastern Grant County in southwestern New Mexico... * Until 415 PM MDT. * At 359 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Gila Hot Springs, moving northeast at 25 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. * Locations impacted include... Gila Hot Springs and Portions of the Gila Wilderness.

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.

“Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued October 23 at 3:48PM MDT until October 23 at 4:00PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM”

SVREPZ The National Weather Service in El Paso has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... North central Grant County in southwestern New Mexico... * Until 400 PM MDT. * At 348 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 5 miles west of Gila Hot Springs, moving northeast at 25 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. * Locations impacted include... Gila Hot Springs and Portions of the Gila Wilderness.

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.

“Tornado Warning issued October 23 at 3:46PM MDT until October 23 at 4:15PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM”

TOREPZ The National Weather Service in El Paso has issued a * Tornado Warning for... East central Grant County in southwestern New Mexico... North central Luna County in southwestern New Mexico... * Until 415 PM MDT. * At 346 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located 5 miles southwest of Faywood, moving northeast at 30 mph. HAZARD...Tornado and ping pong ball size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation. IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely. * This dangerous storm will be near... Faywood around 350 PM MDT. Sherman around 400 PM MDT. Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include Gallinas Canyon and City Of Rocks State Park.

TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris.

“Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued October 23 at 3:36PM MDT until October 23 at 4:00PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM”

At 336 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 4 miles north of Butterfield Trail Estates, moving northeast at 30 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include... Faywood, Sherman, San Juan, Butterfield Trail Estates, Gallinas Canyon, and City Of Rocks State Park.

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.

“Flash Flood Warning issued October 23 at 3:28PM MDT until October 23 at 6:30PM 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... Southeastern Grant County in southwestern New Mexico... Northwestern Luna County in southwestern New Mexico... * Until 630 PM MDT. * At 328 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 1.5 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... Gage.

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads. Remain alert for flooding even in locations not receiving rain. Arroyos, streams, and rivers can become raging killer currents in a matter of minutes, even from distant rainfall.

“Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued October 23 at 3:20PM MDT until October 23 at 4:00PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM”

SVREPZ The National Weather Service in El Paso has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... East central Grant County in southwestern New Mexico... Northwestern Luna County in southwestern New Mexico... * Until 400 PM MDT. * At 320 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 5 miles west of Butterfield Trail Estates, moving northeast at 35 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. * Locations impacted include... Faywood, San Lorenzo, Sherman, San Juan, Mimbres, Butterfield Trail Estates, Noonday Canyon, Gallinas Canyon, and City Of Rocks State Park.

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.

“Flood Warning issued October 23 at 12:14AM MDT until October 23 at 3:15AM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM”

* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...West Central Sierra County in south central New Mexico... Northeastern Grant County in southwestern New Mexico... * WHEN...Until 315 AM MDT. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Low-water crossings are inundated with water and may not be passable. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1214 AM MDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the warned area. Between 1 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen. - Flooding impacts will continue, but no additional rainfall is expected. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... San Lorenzo, Hurley, Sherman, Cobre, Bayard, San Juan, Mimbres, Hanover, Kingston, North Hurley, Shingle Canyon, Allie Canyon and Bear Canyon. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding.

“Flash Flood Warning issued October 22 at 10:19PM MDT until October 23 at 12:15AM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM”

At 1019 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... Cliff, Redrock, Riverside, Gila, Bill Evans Lake and Gila Middle Box.

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. Remain alert for flooding even in locations not receiving rain. Arroyos, streams, and rivers can become raging killer currents in a matter of minutes, even from distant rainfall.

“Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued October 22 at 9:57PM MDT until October 22 at 10:30PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM”

SVREPZ The National Weather Service in El Paso has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... North central Grant County in southwestern New Mexico... * Until 1030 PM MDT. * At 957 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Gila, moving northeast at 30 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. * Locations impacted include... Riverside, Gila, Mogollon Box Day Use Area, and Portions of the Gila Wilderness.

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.

“Flash Flood Warning issued October 22 at 9:29PM MDT until October 23 at 12:30AM 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... Northeastern Grant County in southwestern New Mexico... * Until 1230 AM MDT. * At 929 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 0.5 and 1 inch of rain has 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... San Lorenzo, Hurley, Cobre, Bayard, Mimbres, Hanover, North Hurley, Santa Clara, Shingle Canyon, Bear Canyon, Allie Canyon and Soldiers Canyon.

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. Remain alert for flooding even in locations not receiving rain. Arroyos, streams, and rivers can become raging killer currents in a matter of minutes, even from distant rainfall.

“Flash Flood Warning issued October 22 at 9:20PM MDT until October 23 at 12:15AM 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... Northwestern Grant County in southwestern New Mexico... * Until 1215 AM MDT. * At 920 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 0.75 and 1.25 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts up to 1 inch 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... Cliff, Redrock, Riverside, Gila, Bill Evans Lake and Gila Middle Box.

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. Remain alert for flooding even in locations not receiving rain. Arroyos, streams, and rivers can become raging killer currents in a matter of minutes, even from distant rainfall.

“Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued October 22 at 7:31PM MDT until October 22 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM”

At 731 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 5 miles northwest of Buckhorn, moving north at 30 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include... Buckhorn and Aldo Leopold Vista.

A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 900 PM MDT for southwestern New Mexico. For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.

“Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued October 22 at 7:17PM MDT until October 22 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM”

At 717 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 9 miles southwest of Buckhorn, moving north at 30 mph. HAZARD...Two inch hail and 60 mph wind gusts. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...People and animals outdoors will be injured. Expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include... Mule Creek, Buckhorn, Aldo Leopold Vista, and Brushy Mountain.

A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 900 PM MDT for southwestern New Mexico. For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.

“Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued October 22 at 7:10PM MDT until October 22 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM”

SVREPZ The National Weather Service in El Paso has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Northwestern Grant County in southwestern New Mexico... * Until 800 PM MDT. * At 710 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 11 miles southwest of Buckhorn, moving northeast at 35 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. * Locations impacted include... Mule Creek, Buckhorn, Aldo Leopold Vista, and Brushy Mountain.

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 900 PM MDT for southwestern New Mexico.

“Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued October 22 at 6:27PM MDT until October 22 at 6:45PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM”

At 627 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Emory Pass, moving northeast at 35 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include... San Lorenzo, Emory Pass, Kingston, Noonday Canyon, Gallinas Canyon, and Iron Creek Campground.

A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 900 PM MDT for southwestern New Mexico. For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.

“Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued October 22 at 6:10PM MDT until October 22 at 6:45PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM”

SVREPZ The National Weather Service in El Paso has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... East central Grant County in southwestern New Mexico... West central Sierra County in south central New Mexico... * Until 645 PM MDT. * At 610 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near San Lorenzo, moving northeast at 35 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. * Locations impacted include... San Lorenzo, Sherman, Emory Pass, San Juan, Mimbres, Kingston, Shingle Canyon, Georgetown, Noonday Canyon, Gallinas Canyon, and Iron Creek Campground.

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 900 PM MDT for southwestern New Mexico.

“Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued October 22 at 5:45PM MDT until October 22 at 6:15PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM”

SVREPZ The National Weather Service in El Paso has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... East central Grant County in southwestern New Mexico... * Until 615 PM MDT. * At 544 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Hurley, moving northeast at 30 mph. HAZARD...Golf ball size hail and 70 mph wind gusts. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...People and animals outdoors will be injured. Expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect considerable tree damage. Wind damage is also likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings. * Locations impacted include... San Lorenzo, Hurley, Cobre, Bayard, Sherman, San Juan, North Hurley, Mimbres, Hanover, Shingle Canyon, Georgetown, Noonday Canyon, Gallinas Canyon, and Grant County Airport.

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 900 PM MDT for southwestern New Mexico.