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New Mexico Floods Turn Deadly: 3 Lost
17 Sep
Summary
- Three people, including a child, died in New Mexico floods.
- Heavy rains caused flash flooding near Newcomb community.
- Record moisture levels predicted for mid-September in the region.
In New Mexico, indigenous authorities confirmed that three people lost their lives due to severe flooding. The incident occurred near the Newcomb community in northwestern New Mexico early Wednesday. Two adults and a child were swept away by floodwaters, according to Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren. He extended his condolences to the grieving families and advised residents to stay vigilant in areas experiencing heavy rainfall.
The National Weather Service in Albuquerque had previously issued alerts regarding potential thunderstorms. On Wednesday, they reiterated these warnings, highlighting expected record moisture levels for mid-September. A Flash Flood Watch was in effect for western New Mexico and the South Central Mountains, with the possibility of flash flooding extending to central and northern parts of the state.
This event follows a similar incident weeks prior, where three hikers were swept away and dozens rescued during flash floods at the Grand Canyon in Arizona. Heavy rainfall is anticipated to persist across parts of Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, and Utah through Thursday.
