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Flood Watch in Effect for Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon Burn Scar

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for Friday September 9th in effect from noon MDT through the evening. Effected areas include East Slopes and Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains, including area burned by the Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon Fire. Locally heavy rainfall will be possible Friday through Tuesday with a risk of flash flooding each day. 

BAER Safety Message: Everyone near and downstream from the burned areas should remain alert and stay updated on weather conditions that may result in heavy rains and increased water runoff. Flash flooding may occur quickly during heavy rain events. Be prepared to act. Current weather and emergency notification can be found at the National Weather Service website www.weather.gov/abq.