Jul 8, 2006
A severe thunderstorm dropped more than 2 inches of rain on much of Deming along with damaging winds and large hail. Widespread major street flooding occurred and some yards on the far north side of town were partially washed out. At least one tree was blown down and several large branches were broken off. Golf ball size hail was observed just north of Deming.
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 5526621). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Luna County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.