Upper Gila River Valley-Central Grant County/Silver City Area-
Southern Gila Region Highlands/Black Range-
Including the cities of Buckhorn, Cliff, Gila Hot Springs, Kingston,
Fort Bayard, Mimbres, Silver City, Lake Roberts, and Mule Creek
1008 AM MDT Wed Oct 21 2026
...FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH EARLY FRIDAY
MORNING...
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
* WHERE...A portion of southwest New Mexico, including the following areas, Central Grant County/Silver City Area, Southern Gila Region Highlands/Black Range and Upper Gila River Valley.
* WHEN...From Thursday afternoon through early Friday morning.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- An incoming potent upper level system coupled with abnormally
high moisture will allow for scattered to numerous thunderstorms
Thursday afternoon, evening and into Friday morning. Storms will
be efficient rain makers which could lead to flash flooding.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood
Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared
to take action should flooding develop.



