12:31 AM
— 12:15 PM
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
* WHERE...Portions of north central, northwest, and west central New
Mexico, including the following areas, in north central New Mexico,
Far Northwest Highlands, Jemez Mountains, Northwest Highlands and
Tusas Mountains Including Chama. In northwest New Mexico, Chuska
Mountains and Northwest Plateau. In west central New Mexico, San
Francisco River Valley, Southwest Mountains, West Central
Highlands, West Central Mountains and West Central Plateau.
* WHEN...From early Sunday morning through Monday morning.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur
in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be
flooded.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Another round of widespread rainfall is expected Sunday into
Monday with rainfall amounts between 1 and 2 inches near and west
of the Continental Divide. This rainfall will occur over very
saturated soils which will increase runoff. These are also areas
that are still recovering from the last flood event. River rises
are likely, but rises are not expected to be as high as the last
flood event.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
October 29th, 9:42 PM
— 3:00 PM
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
* WHERE...Portions of southwest Colorado, including the following
areas, Animas River Basin, Four Corners/Upper Dolores River, San
Juan River Basin and Southwest San Juan Mountains and southeast
Utah, including the following areas, Canyonlands/Natural Bridges,
La Sal and Abajo Mountains and Southeast Utah.
* WHEN...From Sunday morning through Monday morning.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, recently burned areas, and other low-lying and
flood-prone locations. Low-water crossings may be flooded. Storm
drains and ditches may become clogged with debris.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- 1 to 3 inches of rain is expected across portions of southeast
Utah and southwest Colorado from Sunday morning through Monday
morning over soils that are still saturated from recent rainfall
and flooding.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
October 29th, 6:46 PM
— 12:00 PM
* WHAT...Flooding caused by a levee breach is occurring in the San
Francisco area near Bernardo.
* WHERE...North Central Socorro County in central New Mexico...
* WHEN...Until noon MDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying
and flood-prone locations is occurring.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 646 PM MDT, emergency management reported flooding occurring
in the warned area.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
La Joya, Bernardo, San Francisco, and Contreras.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
October 29th, 6:41 PM
— 12:00 PM
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.
* WHERE...South Central Socorro County in central New Mexico...
* WHEN...Until noon MDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying
and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 639 PM MDT, emergency management reported flooding continuing
in the warned area.
- Flooding was reported in Socorro County in the Escondida and
Pueblito Communities. Several roads have been rendered impassible
near San Pedro.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Socorro, San Antonio, Bosque Del Apache Refuge, Escondida,
Lemitar, San Acacia, Laborcita, Luis Lopez and Chamizal.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
October 29th, 12:16 PM
— 6:15 AM
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall over saturated
soils and waterways that flooded as recently as last week.
* WHERE...Coconino County, Navajo County, and Apache County. This
includes Navajo Nation.
* WHEN...From Saturday evening through late Sunday night.
* IMPACTS...Flash flooding will be possible in creeks, normally dry
washes, swimming holes, and over recently burned areas. Low-water
crossings may be flooded.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Another round of rain and thunderstorms is expected Saturday
night through the early morning hours of Monday. An additional 1
to 3 inches of rain will be possible over higher elevations, with
up to an inch at lower elevations. This rain will fall on top of
already saturated soils, increasing the threat of flooding.
- Additional information is available at weather.gov/flagstaff.
October 29th, 2:39 PM
— 2:00 PM
ESFABQ
* IMPACTS...River, creek, washes and arroyos may reach out of
banks. Rock, mud and debris may flow into roadways and flash
flooding can not be ruled out, especially in urban areas.
* CONFIDENCE...High confidence in widespread rainfall, with low
confidence in river and flash flooding.
* WHAT...A strong Pacific storm system will interact with a
atmospheric river streaming into the Desert Southwest and Four
Corners region, producing widespread rain which will focus in
the mountains.
* WHERE...Four Corners and surrounding region, including Aztec,
Bloomfield, Farmington and Shiprock.
* WHEN...Sunday into Monday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...River basins are already saturated from
last week's rainfall and flooding, making additional runoff more
efficient and can more easily cause flooding problems. The
greatest precipitation amounts are forecast in the San Juan
Mountains of Colorado, which will create high flows in the
Animas and La Plata Rivers. These rivers feed the San Juan
River, which saw record flooding last week.
Continue to monitor forecasts for the updates as this situation
unfolds.
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October 29th, 10:53 AM
— 3:00 PM
ESFGJT
Low pressure begins to dig southward from the PACNW on Friday,
tapping into a fetch of Pacific moisture that will evolve into an
atmospheric river streaming into the Desert Southwest this weekend.
Showers and thunderstorms develop on Friday and Saturday across the
region. Lighter rainfall totals Friday and Saturday will reflect,
initially lower, moisture. However, a few thunderstorms could produce
impactful downpours on saturated soils left over from last weekend's
historic rainfall.
Deeper moisture develops Saturday night and early Sunday. This is
expected to produce heavier and more widespread rainfall across
southeast UT and southwest CO Sunday and Monday, mostly below 10000
feet. While rivers are forecast to remain below action stage, a
growing concern lies in the potential for runoff around saturated
hillsides in the region. This could produce rock, mud, and debris
flows onto roadways, as well as flash flood prone burn scars, washes,
slot canyons, and arroyos. Early estimates predict an area of 1 to 2
inches of new rainfall for portions of southeast UT and southwest CO.
This is a preliminary forecast that hinges on slight shifts in a
strong moisture plume impacting the region. It also attempts to
capture the most statistically likely outcome, despite stronger and
weaker outlier predictions. Outdoor enthusiasts, motorists, and
residents of recent flood impacted areas are encouraged to remain
abreast of the developing forecast in the coming days.
El Morro National Monument
Stage II Fire Restrictions are in effect beginning Thursday June 19, 2025.
Due to high fire danger, El Morro is currently under Stage II Fire Restrictions. These include no campfires. No smoking except in an enclosed vehicle or other authorized area.
Chaco Culture National Historical Park
The bookstore at the visitor center will be closed all day on Wednesday Sept 3 for inventory. The visitor center will remain open from 9-5. The bookstore will be open again on Thursday Sept 4 at 9am. Online shopping is available at: https://store.wnpa.org
Cibola National Forest
Order 03-00-00-21-002 prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting a cannabis plant, any part of a cannabis plant, or any substance derived from a cannabis plant within the Southwestern Region National Forests in the State of New Mexico and the National Grasslands in the states of Texas and…
Cibola National Forest
The Cibola National Forest & Grasslands has issued order (03-03-05-26-02) for an area closure on the Sandia Ranger District.This Order shall be in effect from April 1st, 2026, at 0600 through January 15th, 2027, at 0600, unless rescinded.The purpose of this area closure order is for the protection…
Cibola National Forest
The Cibola National Forest has issued a new order (03-03-03-26-01) for the continued closure of Bear Trap Campground on the Magdalena Ranger District. Bear Trap Campground will continue to remain closed. This Order shall be in effect from January 1, 2026, at 12:00 a.m. through December 31, 2026,…
Cibola National Forest
This Order imposes a 14-day stay limit; places restrictions on alcoholic beverage consumption and parking; and bans public nudity. The purpose of this Order is to protect National Forest and Grassland resources and to provide for public health and safety. This Order shall be in effect from…
Rainbow Bridge National Monument
Rainbow Bridge docks will be moved to deeper water on Monday, August 25. This change means easy dock-to-trail access to Rainbow Bridge will not be available until water levels rise again. Check Lake Powell Resorts for the status of tours to the bridge.
Rainbow Bridge National Monument
At current lake levels, Rainbow Bridge docks do not reach the land. Dock-to-trail access to Rainbow Bridge will not be available until water levels rise again. Restrooms at the dock will remain open. Check the link for current lake information.
Kaibab National Forest
Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) plans to close State Route 67 for the winter at Jacob Lake on the North Kaibab Ranger District the morning of December 7th. The highway typically reopens mid-May.
Kaibab National Forest
Harmful algae may be in the water - contact can make you sick. Algal blooms can contain toxins harmful to people and pets - especially children.Please take care: Stay away from algae and scum in the waterKeep children and pets awayDo not drink or use this water for cookingWhen in doubt, stay…
Kaibab National Forest
To purchase a Christmas tree permit, visit Recreation.gov and search for Kaibab National Forest Christmas Tree Permits. It is important to carefully read the overview and need-to-know information prior to purchasing the permit. Visitors will also need to set up or log in to a Recreation.gov account…
Kaibab National Forest
No fire restrictions on the Kaibab National Forest at this time. However, forest visitors should always be vigilant, regardless of restriction levels. Leaving your campfire unattended is illegal all year round. Campfires must be dead out – cold to the touch – before walking away.Fireworks and…
Kaibab National Forest
Kaibab National Forest visitors are limited to a 14-day limit in any consecutive 30-day period.
Kaibab National Forest
National Forest System Road (NFSR) 354 is closed for public safety due to flood damage and washed-out sections of the road, which lies on portions of the Prescott and Kaibab National Forests.The purpose of this order is to provide for public health and safety due to flood damage to the road…
Kaibab National Forest
The three sites used for wood and equipment staging (the Orderville gravel pit off NFSR 247, the NFSR 765M gravel pit off NFSR 462, and the snowmobile play area west of NFSR 270) remain closed.
Kaibab National Forest
SR 64: I-40 to Pipeline Road Pavement Preservation ProjectThe Arizona Department of Transportation has initiated a pavement preservation project along State Route 64 between I-40 in Williams and Pipeline Road (mileposts 185-205). Per the project webpage, ADOT anticipates project completion in fall…
Kaibab National Forest
Fuelwood permits will be available on January 5, 2026, for the Williams and Tusayan Ranger Districts, and on May 1, 2026, for the North Kaibab Ranger District. Permit sales and firewood collection will run through December 31, 2026. Paid Permits are $20 for 10 cords of wood (limit 20 cords per…
Kaibab National Forest
Cinder Pit informationStarting April 1, 2025 at 8:00am, the public may call the Williams Ranger Station at 928-635-5600 to sign up for the waitlist. If you have any questions, please contact the Williams Ranger Station.Click here for more information on cinder pit locations (click the + next to…
Kaibab National Forest
Forest thinning operations are underway at the Holden Project west and north of Williams near the Whispering Pines community. Be aware of truck traffic and heavy machinery in the area.
Kaibab National Forest
Forest thinning operations are underway at the Government Prairie project near parks. Be aware of truck traffic and heavy machinery in the area.