The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a Flood Watch that remains in effect through 10 p.m. MDT on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, for a wide portion of central and northern New Mexico, including Torrance County and the Mountainair area.

The watch warns of the potential for flash flooding due to excessive rainfall, especially from slow-moving thunderstorms expected throughout the afternoon and evening. Rainfall rates of one to three inches per hour are possible, increasing the risk of rapid runoff, especially in low-lying areas, dry washes, arroyos, and locations with recent wildfire burn scars.

Areas of Concern:

• Estancia Valley
• Sandia and Manzano Mountains, from Edgewood south to Mountainair

Possible Impacts:

• Flooding of creeks, streams, arroyos, and urban drainage systems
• Dangerous travel conditions due to water over roads
• Increased flood risk for burn scar areas, where ground absorption is reduced

Safety Recommendations:

• Stay alert for Flash Flood Warnings, which may be issued quickly if conditions deteriorate.
• Avoid driving through flooded roadways: “Turn around, don’t drown.”
• Prepare to move to higher ground if flooding threatens your location.

To track forecast updates and rainfall intensity, visit the Albuquerque office of the National Weather Service. For local emergency alerts and evacuation notices, sign up with the Torrance County Department of Emergency Management’s Code Red system.