Moisture values continued to be on the rise across northern and central New Mexico on July 20, 2022, and this led to a very active monsoon day for the area. Scattered to numerous thunderstorms were common across much of the area, particularly across the mountainous terrain. New Mexico's recent burn scars continued to  be magnets for heavy thunderstorms with known impacts across the McBride burn scar as well as the Hermits Peak and Calf Canyon burn scar. Meanwhile, thunderstorms also produced brief strong winds in a couple locations.

Strong Wind in CENTRAL HIGHLANDS, NEW MEXICO
From 20-JUL-22 15:30:00 to 20-JUL-22 16:15:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 43.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: COOP Observer

A COOP observer near Pedernal reported minor roof damage to an old school building in Encino. According to a friend of theirs, they reported that a tornado or landspout impacted the northeast corner of the building. However, with no picture of the supposed tornado or supporting velocity radar data, this could not be confirmed. Time is estimated based on radar data. Damages are also estimated.

Flash Flood in MORA, NEW MEXICO
From 20-JUL-22 16:00:00 to 20-JUL-22 18:00:00 (MST-7)
Location: MORA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Burn Area
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Heavy rain on the northern portion of the Hermits Peak and Calf Canyon burn scar caused significant flash flooding near Holman. Video obtained by KRQE showed fast moving water near residences in Holman, and this flooding also washed out Highway 518. Canoncito Creek overflowed again as well, creating deep water below homes and destroying a number of pastures. Damages are estimated.

Flash Flood in LINCOLN, NEW MEXICO
From 20-JUL-22 16:01:00 to 20-JUL-22 17:45:00 (MST-7)
Location: HOLLYWOOD
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Burn Area
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Heavy rain on the McBride burn scar caused flash flooding and debris flow within Gavilan Canyon. Photos shared by the Lincoln County emergency manager shows mud and debris across Gavilan Canyon Road which made the roadway impassable. Photos shared also depicted significant flooding and debris flow at the Gavilan Canyon Hideaway and Escape RV Park with mud and debris making roadways impassable. Damages are estimated.

Thunderstorm Wind in CURRY, NEW MEXICO
From 20-JUL-22 19:01:00 to 20-JUL-22 19:02:00 (MST-7)
Location: CLOVIS
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter near Clovis estimated a 60 mph wind gust associated with thunderstorm outflow. No damage was reported.

Thunderstorm Wind in MCKINLEY, NEW MEXICO
From 20-JUL-22 19:17:00 to 20-JUL-22 19:19:00 (MST-7)
Location: (GUP)GALLUP AIRPORT
Magnitude: 50.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: ASOS

An ASOS station near Gallup measured a 58 mph wind gust likely associated with strong downburst winds.

Thunderstorm Wind in CATRON, NEW MEXICO
From 20-JUL-22 20:55:00 to 20-JUL-22 20:57:00 (MST-7)
Location: RED HILL
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

An estimated 60 mph thunderstorm gust was observed near Red Hill likely from strong downburst winds.