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New Mexico governor allocates million for flood relief in Roswell following emergency declaration

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New Mexico governor allocates $1 million for flood relief in Roswell following emergency declaration

SANTA FE, NM (KFOX14/CBS4) — Following flooding in and around Roswell, New Mexico's governor signed an emergency declaration Monday releasing $1 million in state funding for flood relief efforts. New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham said she has declared Chaves County a state of emergency and directed the state Treasury Department to provide $750,000 to […]

By Andrew Jack

October 21, 2024October 21, 2024

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New Mexico National Guard rescues over 300 people during historic flooding in Roswell

ROSWELL, NM (KFOX) — New Mexico officials confirmed the deaths of two people after record rainfall caused severe flooding over the weekend. The New Mexico National Guard said 309 people were rescued, 38 of whom were taken to hospitals for treatment of unknown injuries. Roswell city officials said water levels have receded in many parts […]

By Andrew Jack

October 21, 2024October 21, 2024

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At least two dead, hundreds rescued after severe flooding in New Mexico

Severe flooding in southeastern New Mexico has claimed two lives and prompted widespread evacuations as authorities worked to rescue hundreds of people trapped by rapidly rising floodwaters. After record rainfall and severe flooding over the weekend, New Mexico National Guard officials said 309 people had been rescued since Saturday, 38 of whom were taken to […]

By Andrew Jack

October 21, 2024October 21, 2024

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Flooding in Roswell, New Mexico turns deadly as record rainfall hits UFO city

Roswell set an all-time daily rainfall record A record-breaking storm caused “extreme flooding” as water entered buildings and washed away cars in Roswell, New Mexico. A powerful storm dropped a record amount of rain and caused dangerous flooding with one confirmed death Saturday evening in Roswell, New Mexico, weather and local authorities said. The Spring […]

By Andrew Jack

October 21, 2024October 21, 2024

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Hundreds rescued, sheriff stranded on truck roof after deadly New Mexico flood: 'Completely surrounded by water'

The New Mexico National Guard continued search and rescue operations in Roswell on Sunday after record rainfall caused severe flooding in and around the city and Chaves County, killing at least two people. The flooding even forced a local sheriff to take refuge on the roof of his police truck when it became stranded in […]

By Andrew Jack

October 21, 2024October 21, 2024

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Devon Dampier and Eli Sanders helped New Mexico late to a 50-45 win over USU

LOGAN, Utah (AP) – Devon Dampier and Eli Sanders had touchdown runs 3:53 into the finale to help New Mexico to a 50-45 victory over Utah State on Saturday. Sanders also had the first of three rushing scores – a 20-yarder – in the final quarter for New Mexico (3-4, 2-1 Mountain West Conference), which […]

By Andrew Jack

October 20, 2024October 20, 2024

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A storm with rain and snow is moving through New Mexico this weekend

Our first storm system of the fall is moving into New Mexico today. There will be heavy rain, severe storms and mountain snow over the weekend. Strong winds developed Friday across the western half of New Mexico ahead of our first fall storm of the season. Wind gusts of over 50 miles per hour were […]

By Andrew Jack

October 19, 2024October 19, 2024

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Heavy rain, storms and mountain snow are moving into parts of New Mexico this weekend

By Andrew Jack

October 19, 2024October 19, 2024

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There was heavy rain and storms over the weekend

Wind and rain are increasing across New Mexico. The heaviest rainfall is expected later this evening and on Saturday. A strong low pressure system continues to move toward New Mexico. Today it is concentrated in northern Arizona. This low pressure is bringing heavy rain to New Mexico. The heaviest rainfall is expected in eastern New […]

By Andrew Jack

October 18, 2024October 18, 2024

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Strong autumn storm hits New Mexico

Numerous showers and storms have already developed across New Mexico this afternoon. The temperatures remain cool. Ahead of the fall storm, upper arm moisture over New Mexico increased today. This increased humidity leads to widespread showers and storms. Showers began over the mountains and western New Mexico in the early afternoon. Rainfall will increase throughout […]

By Andrew Jack

October 17, 2024October 17, 2024