A flash flood warning has been issued for Curry and Quay counties in New Mexico. The National Weather Service announced the warning at 4:40 p.m. local time, and it will remain in effect until 7:45 p.m. The alert is classified as severe, with an immediate urgency and a likely event. Doppler radar data show thunderstorms producing heavy rainfall across the warned area. Between 2 and 2.5 inches of rain have already fallen, and flash flooding is either ongoing or expected to begin shortly. The warning lists hazards that include flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets, underpasses, and other poorly drained or low‑lying locations. Officials urge residents to exercise caution. “Turn around, don’t drown,” the warning reminds, noting that most flood deaths occur in vehicles. People are advised to be aware of their surroundings and avoid driving on flooded roads.
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