Flash flooding was threatening homes and lives in Lincoln County, New Mexico, the National Weather Service reported Tuesday, after the Rio Ruidoso began to surge over its banks.
Breakdown
- Three people died after flash floods struck southern New Mexico. 5s
- Emergency crews performed at least 85 swift water rescues in the Rio Ruidoso area. 10s
- A house was swept from its foundation and carried away by floodwaters. 20s
- The Rio Ruidoso river rose 19 feet within minutes during the rainfall. 32s
- Crews cleared debris from roads, but some cars remained stranded and search efforts continue. 1m 10s