Ruidoso, NM hit with fire and now with monsoon flash flooding
Heavy rain in Ruidoso caused flash flooding in burn scars, prompting water rescues and raising concerns about further flooding as more rain is expected.
Tag: New Mexico
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$60 million investment boosts water conservation in Rio Grande Basin
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