A civil authority has issued A LOCAL AREA EMERGENCY for the following counties/areas: Lincoln, NM; at 3:24 PM on JUL 31, 2025 Effective until 7:24 PM. Message from IPAWSWEA.

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Ruidoso Emergency Management: Rapidly rising floodwaters have been reported in the Cedar Creek area. For your safety, move immediately to higher ground! Do not delay leaving to gather any belongings or make efforts to protect your home. An evacuation shelter has been established at Ruidoso Community Center. More information by tuning into 99.1 FM.

Ruidoso OEM. Flooding is OBSERVED along the Cedar Creek. MOVE to higher ground.