ESFABQ Risk of areal flooding and elevated stream flows from rapid snowmelt . EXISTING CONDITIONS. Recent storms have brought several inches of snow to mid to high elevations (8500'->10500')over the Sangre de Cristo, Jemez and Tusas mountains throughout north central New Mexico. This snow pack contains on average 2-4 inches of liquid equivalent. With warming temperatures expected over the next 48 hours, these regions are vulnerable to flooding from rapid snowmelt. . Temperatures. There is a greater than 50% chance of temperatures greater than 68-70 degrees over the snowpack. These temperatures along with the relatively high sun angle observed in mid may will drive rapid melting of the snow. . STREAMFLOW CONDITIONS AND RUNOFF FORECASTS. Streams and rivers in the area will see elevated flows of dangerously cold water over the next several days. Low lying areas and valley floors may see areal flooding from snowmelt. Stay away from fast moving water, exercise caution near riverbanks and stay alert to watches and warnings from the National Weather Service. You can also find additional weather and water products and forecasts at the NWS Albuquerque website at: https://www.weather.gov/abq For questions or comments about this outlook, you can contact Andrew Mangham, Senior Service Hydrologist, at 505-244-9150 x 228 or via e- mail at andrew.mangham@noaa.gov.
