Public safety alert issued following severe thunderstorm in central New Mexico

By KOB

Public safety alert issued following severe thunderstorm in central New Mexico

A public safety was issued Saturday evening following a severe thunderstorm in central New Mexico Saturday.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A public safety alert was issued Saturday evening following a severe thunderstorm in central New Mexico.

Officials are encouraging folks to stay inside after heavy rains flooded multiple streets and downed power lines in Albuquerque.

A spokesperson for the Department of Municipal Development says they are aware of the flooding and that crews are actively working — and will be working overnight — to help clear storm drains. Drivers should avoid downtown Albuquerque, including Central and Lomas near Old Town.

According to NWS, Albuquerque could see quarter-sized hail and 60 mph wind until 11 p.m. Saturday.

Rio Rancho Mayor Gregg Hull says there’s a power outage affecting most of the city due to the storm. He says PNM is working to restore power, and they hope to repair it by 10:30 p.m. Saturday.

BCSO deputies reopened all lanes of Isleta and Rinconado Lane after power lines were downed.

Stay with KOB 4 Eyewitness News and KOB.com for updates.

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