A civil authority has issued A LOCAL AREA EMERGENCY for the following counties/areas: Lincoln, NM; at 2:54 PM on JUL 31, 2025 Effective until 6:54 PM. Message from IPAWSCAP.
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Ruidoso Emergency Management: Flash Flooding is OBSERVED in Upper Canyon. Evacuate NOW taking Main Road to NM 48.
Ruidoso Emergency Management: Rapidly rising floodwaters have been reported in the Upper Canyon area. For your safety move immediately to higher ground or shelter in place on high ground! Do not cross low water points or water over the road. More Info can be found by tuning into 1490 AM & 99.1 FM.