A slow-moving low pressure system continued to track westward across southern New Mexico on July 23, 2021, as an area of high pressure remained centered over the Four Corners. An abundant amount of atmospheric moisture remained in place across central and western New Mexico, and with needed lift from the low pressure system, numerous thunderstorms impacted the area. Soils across western New Mexico were saturated from the previous day's convection which exacerbated flash flooding conditions as torrential rainfall fell across the area. Rainfall estimates of two to four inches prompted numerous Flash Flood Warnings across western and central New Mexico. Severe weather was also a concern with baseball size hail reported in Torrance County and a landspout tornado even reported on the westside of Albuquerque.

Flash Flood in CATRON, NEW MEXICO
From 23-JUL-21 18:30:00 to 23-JUL-21 21:00:00 (MST-7)
Location: APACHE CRK JEWETT AR
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 150.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

Heavy rain resulted in significant flash flooding near Apache Creek. The fast moving flood waters rushed through at least one home and overtopped an earthen dam. A metal tank was swept downstream, and a truck in the Apache Creek was submerged in the water. Damages are estimated.

Hail in TORRANCE, NEW MEXICO
From 23-JUL-21 12:50:00 to 23-JUL-21 13:00:00 (MST-7)
Location: DURAN
Magnitude: 1.50 
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: COOP Observer

A COOP observer reported ping pong size hail from a slow-moving thunderstorm near Duran. The observer also reported several vehicles were damaged due to broken windshields and rearview mirrors. Damages are estimated for the unknown amount of vehicles damaged.

Hail in VALENCIA, NEW MEXICO
From 23-JUL-21 15:20:00 to 23-JUL-21 15:24:00 (MST-7)
Location: LOS LUNAS
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

A resident in Los Lunas reported penny to quarter size hail from a slow-moving thunderstorm along with hail accumulations of an inch.

Thunderstorm Wind in BERNALILLO, NEW MEXICO
From 23-JUL-21 14:30:00 to 23-JUL-21 14:36:00 (MST-7)
Location: ALBUQUERQUE
Magnitude: 43.00 EG
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A large tree limb was downed at Fruit Avenue and Luna Boulevard in southwest Albuquerque as a strong thunderstorm tracked westward through the city. Damages are estimated.

Flash Flood in SOCORRO, NEW MEXICO
From 23-JUL-21 14:15:00 to 23-JUL-21 19:30:00 (MST-7)
Location: BERNARDO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 250.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Strong thunderstorms that moved southwest through Socorro County brought heavy rain with reports of one to two inches. This resulted in widespread flooding across central Socorro County. The La Joya area was especially impacted with additional damage to the La Joya Acequia. A large section of the concrete ditch system north of La Joya was severely damaged, and several ditches and drains were filled with silt. All of the arroyos in the La Joya area flooded which washed away several of the arroyo banks and caused additional damage. The Rio Puerco River created to 17.75 feet Friday evening which was its highest level since 2013. Homes in the Contreras area were surrounded by flood water. Damages are estimated.

Thunderstorm Wind in TORRANCE, NEW MEXICO
From 23-JUL-21 13:10:00 to 23-JUL-21 13:20:00 (MST-7)
Location: MORIARTY ARPT
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 30.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A resident in Moriarty reported severe thunderstorm winds that resulted in damage within their neighborhood. The resident reported that the thunderstorm gusts blew their garage door off its tracks. The severe winds also overturned a 5th wheel travel trailer which landed on a mini-van. Damages are estimated for the garage door and the damage to the trailer and van.

Hail in TORRANCE, NEW MEXICO
From 23-JUL-21 13:17:00 to 23-JUL-21 13:23:00 (MST-7)
Location: PINOS WELLS
Magnitude: 2.75 
Property damage: 150.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter near Corona reported baseball size hail from a severe thunderstorm tracking north-northeast through the area. The spotter reported that their front and rear windshields on their truck were broken as well as their rearview mirrors. Other reports of damage to about 100 vehicles was received although the extent of the damage is not known. A horse trailer also sustained damage while a horse lost one of its eyes due to hail injuries. Damages are estimated for extensive vehicle damage.

Flash Flood in CIBOLA, NEW MEXICO
From 23-JUL-21 19:30:00 to 23-JUL-21 22:00:00 (MST-7)
Location: FENCE LAKE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter in Fence Lake reported that County Road 35D had been washed out due to heavy rain in the area. Damages are estimated.

Tornado in SANDOVAL, NEW MEXICO
From 23-JUL-21 13:30:00 to 23-JUL-21 13:31:00 (MST-7)
Location: BERNALILLO
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A brief landspout tornado was seen near Idalia Road and Highway 528 in Rio Rancho. No damages were reported.

Flash Flood in RIO ARRIBA, NEW MEXICO
From 23-JUL-21 14:30:00 to 23-JUL-21 16:30:00 (MST-7)
Location: CANJILON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 30.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

A strong thunderstorm near Ghost Ranch produced several inches of water along U.S. Highway 84, and mud, rock, and debris were reported along the highway between mile marker 231 and mile marker 234. Several large boulders were also noted to have fallen from cliffsides onto the shoulder of the highway. Damages are estimated for along the highway.