New Mexico Braces for Flash Flooding Risk and Severe Storms
New Mexico is bracing for an increase in storm activity across the western part of the state, with the National Weather Service (NWS) in Albuquerque issuing a warning for potentially severe conditions. Residents are advised to prepare for stormier weather on Friday, which carries an elevated risk of flash flooding, especially in areas with recent burn scars.
Today, storm coverage will expand, with widespread rain expected from noon to midnight. Precipitation probabilities are notable, with Farmington and Gallup facing chances of 69% and 66% rain, respectively. The excessive rainfall outlook suggests a high potential for flash flooding in central and western New Mexico.
The storms are predicted to strengthen on Friday, heightening the flash flood risk, particularly in mountainous regions and areas recently impacted by wildfires. Rainfall rates could reach up to 2 inches per hour, exacerbating the flood risk.
As the weekend approaches, the weather pattern is set to shift. Early next week will bring hotter and drier conditions, with temperatures expected to rise into the mid-90s in many areas and a significant decrease in precipitation chances.
