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PREPARE FOR FLASH FLOODING NOW 
Burned out areas are at high risk for flash flooding; even a distant rainstorm can quickly flood your location 

STAY AHEAD OF DISASTER and MAKE A PLAN

• Closely monitor a weather radio for real time weather conditions Monitor the weather through TV, radio, reliable social media channels and phones.
• Use a weather radio for real-time weather conditions 
• Plan evacuation routes 
• Identify higher ground 
• Know where to shelter

BUILD AN EMERGENCY KIT

• Have a basic supply kit ready to go with enough supplies to last each family member at least 3 days, including:
• Food and water
• Change of clothes
• Important documents
• Medicine
• Pets and pet supply needs

MAKE SURE EVERYONE IN YOUR HOME KNOWS WHAT TO DO DURING A FLASH FLOOD EMERGENCY

• Identify who will round up the pets, grab the emergency kit, etc.
• Make sure everyone knows where to meet
• Create a phone/call tree if necessary

FOLLOW EVACUATION INSTRUCTIONS FROM LOCAL OFFICIALS AND NEWS OUTLETS

• Take warnings seriously. Follow instructions and evacuate immediately if told to do so. Don't Wait!
• DO NOT attempt to cross flooded roadways on foot or in a vehicle. If you come across a flooded roadway, turn around and search for higher ground 
• Local officials will communicate with you about where to find shelters

For more information, call the state's Fire Resources Hotline at 800-432-2080 or visit NM Department of Homeland Security & Emergency | (nmdhsem.org)