Severe flooding struck in parts of Colorado and New Mexico, USA, over the last few days. Officials report at least 3 people have died and 3 more are missing as a result.

Colorado
Flooding and mudslides struck in northern Colorado after heavy rain fell on burn scar areas on 20 July 2021. Evacuation notices were issued for areas near the town of Rustic, Larimer County.
A mudslide sent a large amount of debris into the Poudre Canyon in Larimer County. Three people were swept away in the mudslide. Larimer County Sheriff’s Office said the body of one of the victims was found but 2 people are still missing. At least five houses were destroyed and roads were damaged in the flooding. As search operations continue, emergency crews will be searching on foot and with drones, Larimer County Sheriff’s Office said.
New Mexico
Meanwhile storms brought heavy rain to Albuquerque, New Mexico, on 20 July. Three people were reported missing after they were swept into an arroyo (water channel) in the northeast of the city. Firefighters have since found the bodies of 2 victims. The search for the third person is ongoing.
NWS Albuquerque said radar estimates showed over 1.66 inches / 42.16mm of rain fell in just one hour on 20 July in the El Dorado area, north east of Albuquerque.
Severe flooding struck in New Mexico late last month when more than 5 inches of rain (127 mm) fell in 24 hours in areas of Eddy County. Homes were evacuated and police reported that 1 person was found dead in a vehicle driven into floodwaters in Carlsbad.
Social Media
Albuquerque Fire Rescue has several crews along the Embudo Arroyo, working to save 3 people in the fast-moving water. #nmwx https://t.co/Vy7BIzTFU6
— KOB 4 (@KOB4) July 20, 2021
Rain bucketing down in Eldorado. Coming down so fast it’s not even getting to the cistern, which we’re pretty sure is overflowing. #NMwx #Monsoon2k21 pic.twitter.com/HliHBlZoeE
— Dave Polaschek (@DavePolaschek) July 20, 2021
Intense rainfall continues to impact the El Dorado area! Radar estimates over 1.66” of rain in one hour. More storms are moving into the area. Stay away from arroyos and low water crossings!! #nmwx pic.twitter.com/wsqpmaoprK
— NWS Albuquerque (@NWSAlbuquerque) July 20, 2021
KABX – 3:32 PM Storm total rainfall amounts of 1-2” from Sedillo to Cedar Crest. Public reports flash flooding in the area. Stay aware from arroyos and low water crossings!#nmwx pic.twitter.com/DqnYFeq6ah
— NWS Albuquerque (@NWSAlbuquerque) July 20, 2021