A flash flood threat has been issued in Ruidoso, New Mexico, as the area continues to experience heavy rainfall on Tuesday, resulting in flooding in the area that was burned out by the 2024 South Fork fire, with residents told to seek higher ground.
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In a post on X, ABC News Chief Meteorologist Ginger Zee wrote:
NEW MEXICO: flash flood emergency once again includes Ruidoso. The National Weather Service says that between 1.5 to 2.5 inches of rain has fallen so far, with up to an additional half inch of rain possible.
“Ruidoso has been plagued by flash flooding events since the South Fork Fire left a major burn scar in the area in 2024,” she added. “Several significant flash flood events hit the area last year following the fire, and flash floods have hit the area again in recent weeks. It’s now monsoon season for the region, which