Flash Flood — Luna, New Mexico

2010-07-21 · near Columbus, Luna, New Mexico

Event narrative

Flooding was occurring on New Mexico Highway 11 between mile markers 7 and 9. Barricades were put up to stop traffic.

Wider weather episode

A weak upper level disturbance moved through southern New Mexico in a modestly moist and unstable environment. A weak surface trough was also present which helped aid in thunderstorm development over the lower elevations.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 248316. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.