Heavy rain caused catastrophic flooding in Ruidoso, New Mexico, leading to at least three deaths, including those of a 7-year-old boy and a 4-year-old girl. The Rio Ruidoso reached a record-breaking height of 20 feet, largely due to runoff from burn scars of previous fires. Witnesses filmed harrowing scenes of homes being carried away by rushing waters. Emergency crews have been actively engaging in rescue operations as rescue efforts continue in nearby Texas, where severe flooding has caused over 100 deaths and many individuals remain unaccounted for.
Shocking video out of Ruidoso, New Mexico showed flooding so bad that a house was literally lifted off its foundation and swept downstream as frightened residents watched in horror.
At least three died after being swept up in the flooding, including a 7-year-old male, a 4-year-old female, and a 40-50 year-old male.
The Rio Ruidoso rose to a record-breaking 20 feet, five feet higher than the previous record, creating extremely dangerous conditions.
Emergency crews conducted dozens of rescue operations, continuing their efforts as more than 100 individuals remain missing in Texas.
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