Jul 25, 2022
An active moonsoon pattern continued across New Mexico on July 25, 2022, as a steady stream of moisture stayed in place over western and central New Mexico. Additionally, an easterly wave over northern Mexico that was trapped underneath the high pressure centered over the lower Mississippi Valley. An abundant amount of moisture in addition to this easterly wave resulted in robust thunderstorms across southern New Mexico that produced heavy rainfall. Socorro and Lincoln counties, including the Mc
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 1033107). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Torrance County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.