Four Corners region faces more flood threats following days of heavy rain
Updated on: October 25, 2026 / 8:02 PM EDT / CBS/AP
TL;DR
- Southwest U.S. faces more heavy rain and thunderstorms after days of deluges.
- Flood watch issued for Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, and Utah (Four Corners region).
- Rivers have surged, causing flooding, evacuations, and water rescues.
- San Juan River Bridge closed due to significantly increased water flow.
- A tornado touched down in Santa Fe, New Mexico, with potential twisters elsewhere.
- Areas like Pagosa Springs and San Juan County, New Mexico, experienced significant flooding and damage.
- Floodwaters have receded, leaving behind mud, silt, and contaminated sewage.
- Power outages are affecting multiple areas, with restoration expected in a few days.
- The flooding is attributed to tropical moisture from the Pacific and El Niño.
- Other recent deadly flooding has occurred in the Grand Canyon and areas of New Mexico.