A civil authority has issued A LOCAL AREA EMERGENCY for the following counties or areas: Lincoln, NM; at 3:58 PM on AUG 16, 2026 Effective until 7:58 PM. Message from IPAWSCAP. Ruidoso Emergency Management: Flash Flooding is OBSERVED along the Rio Ruidoso. Rapidly rising floodwaters have been reported along the Rio Ruidoso. 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.