The order for the Rio Arriba County village in northern New Mexico came as floodwaters threatened homes and businesses
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Authorities in Chama ordered an emergency evacuation Sunday night due to flood risks.
The area affected extended from the Elkhorn Restaurant south to Unser’s Highway 64/84 Mile Post 164.
Authorities advised residents not to wait for floodwaters to reach their location.
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“Do not wait for floodwaters to reach your location. Avoid flooded roads, bridges, and low-lying areas. Do not attempt to drive through moving water,” emergency personnel said.
Residents are urged to follow all instructions from emergency personnel and law enforcement.
“Call 911 if you are in immediate danger,” emergency personnel said.
