The New Mexico National Guard is continuing search and rescue operations after record rainfall produced severe flooding in and around the city of Roswell and Chaves CountyNew Mexico authorities: 3 dead, 309 people rescued after severe flooding in and near RoswellROSWELL, N.M. -- The New Mexico National Guard continued search and rescue operations Sunday in Roswell after record rainfall produced severe flooding in and around the city and Chaves County and left at least two people dead. Guard officials said 309 people had been rescued since Saturday, with 38 of those taken to hospitals for treatment of undisclosed injuries. Roswell city officials said water levels had receded in many parts of the city but remained high in the downtown area. Authorities set up a shelter at the Eastern New Mexico state fairgrounds for Roswell residents displaced by the flooding. Guard officials said they will “remain on duty to help Roswell as long as necessary” with 57 guardsmen on the ground.

Source: ABC News October 20, 2024 17:27 UTC