A civil authority has issued A LOCAL AREA EMERGENCY for the following counties or areas: Lincoln, NM; at 5:15 PM on SEP 17, 2026 Effective until 9:15 PM. Message from IPAWSCAP. Lincoln County Emergency Management: Flash Flooding is OBSERVED in the Turkey Canyon area Rapidly rising floodwaters have been reported in Ruidoso Downs along River Lane. Rapidly rising floodwaters may impact roadways and low-lying areas. For your safety avoid travel and move immediately to higher ground! Do not delay leaving to gather any belongings or make efforts to protect your home.