The Albuquerque River overflowed its banks, causing flooding in Lincoln. In Ruidoso, the rapid flow of water began to shift buildings.
A powerful flood demolishes residential buildings in the US state of New Mexico.
According to the Telegram channel Shot, the victims of the rampant disaster were a man and two children. They were washed away by a stream of water. In addition, there are victims, their number is not specified.
Rescuers warned residents of the state about the rapidly rising water level.
The US National Weather Service has declared an emergency in New Mexico due to flash flooding, CBS News reported. According to the service, four to six centimeters of precipitation fell in the state in a short time.
The Albuquerque River overflows its banks, causing flooding in Lincoln. In Ruidoso, the rapid flow of water began to shift buildings.
Earlier, US President Donald Trump announced the introduction of a disaster regime in Kerr County, Texas, due to floods. The number of flood victims has exceeded 100 people.