Severe flooding hits Four Corners region with evacuations and emergencies

Severe flooding has impacted the Four Corners region, which includes parts of New Mexico, Colorado, Utah, and Arizona, following intense rainfall that began on Wednesday, according to reports from kalw.org and kpcw.org. The flooding caused rivers to overflow, prompting towns to declare emergencies and order evacuations.

Floodwaters, described as brown and carrying sewage into the San Juan River, inundated homes in low-lying areas. Emergency responders rescued people trapped on their roofs, and some communities faced historic flood levels not seen in generations, kalw.org reported.

In southern Utah, the city of Hurricane issued an emergency declaration after floodwaters damaged over 100 homes and recreational vehicles. Videos shared by the National Weather Service showed people leading horses through ankle-deep water to safety. Utah Governor Spencer Cox expressed concern and urged residents to follow evacuation orders.

Farmington, New Mexico, at the center of the flooding, experienced significant devastation. Police officials noted the severity of the situation but reported no deaths so far, which they considered fortunate. The county remains under emergency declaration with ongoing efforts to manage the crisis.

The severe weather and flooding are expected to continue through the weekend, with authorities closely monitoring conditions and advising residents to adhere to safety guidance and evacuation orders.