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Flood Warning for Rio Arriba County, New Mexico

In effect until 4:00 PM MST, Monday, November 2, 2026.

Issued by the National Weather Service in Albuquerque at 7:55 PM MST, Sunday, November 1, 2026.

Places in the warning: Chama, Brazos and Los Ojos.

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The Weather Service's text

WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.

WHERE...North Central Rio Arriba County in north central New Mexico...

WHEN...Until 400 PM MST Monday.

IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Numerous roads remain closed due to flooding.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 951 AM MST, local law enforcement reported flooding in the warned area. Flooding is already occurring. While rainfall is decreasing, up to 2.5 inches of rain have fallen over the past 36 hours, leading to excessive runoff and flooding in the area. Flood waters will take some time to recede. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Chama, Brazos, Los Ojos and La Puente. - http://www.weather.gov/abq/EmergencyPrepFlood

What to do

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.

Stay away or be swept away. River banks and culverts can become unstable and unsafe.

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