A civil authority has issued A LOCAL AREA EMERGENCY for the following counties or areas: Lincoln, NM; at 3:21 PM on JUL 17, 2026 Effective until 7:21 PM. Message from IPAWSCAP. Ruidoso Emergency Management: Flash Flooding is OBSERVED along the Cedar Creek. Rapidly rising floodwaters have been reported in the Cedar Creek area. For your safety move immediately to higher ground! Do not delay leaving to gather any belongings or make efforts to protect your home. You can find more information by tuning into 1490 AM or VOR social media channels.