The Socorro County Office of Emergency Management says river flooding has occurred in the Pueblito area near Escondida. An emergency shelter has been established at Finley Gym in Socorro.
SOCORRO COUNTY, N.M. —
Evacuations have been ordered for portions of Socorro County after river flooding occurred in the Pueblito area east of Escondida.
The Socorro County Office of Emergency Management says Bosquecito Road and Quebradas Road are impassable. The New Mexico National Guard and highwater rescue teams are in the area to help anyone who needs assistance.
Drivers are asked to stay off roads in the Escondida and Bosquecito area, unless you are actively evacuating from the area.
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