A civil authority has issued A LOCAL AREA EMERGENCY for the following counties/areas: Lincoln, NM; at 5:59 PM on AUG 16, 2026 Effective until 9:59 PM. Message from IPAWSWEA.

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Ruidoso Emergency Management: Rapidly rising floodwaters have been reported in the Upper Canyon area. Rapidly rising floodwaters reported. Move immediately to higher ground or shelter on high ground. Do NOT cross flooded roads or low-water crossings. Be prepared to evacuate. Updates via 1490 AM, 99.1 FM, or the Village of Ruidoso social media.

Ruidoso OEM. Flooding is ongoing in Upper Canyon. MOVE to higher ground.