The Ruidoso Downs Racetrack was severely damaged by the flooding on Tuesday, July 8, forcing transfer of the track’s races to Albuquerque Downs.

The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for the Ruidoso area where "rapidly rising floodwaters" are being reported Thursday.

Officials are warning of flash flooding in the Friedenbloom, Ruidoso Downs and the Glencoe areas. Crews have already carried out two water rescues in the Ruidoso area today. "Move to higher ground ...

Swift water rescues are being reported as flash flooding begins to impact parts of Ruidoso. According to reports from the National Weather Service, two separate water rescues happened near Ruidoso on ...

The Ruidoso Downs Racetrack was severely damaged by the flooding on Tuesday, July 8, forcing transfer of the track’s ...

The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a Flash Flood Warning including Ruidoso, Ruidoso Downs, and Hollywood until 3:30 p.m. Thursday, July 17, 2025. People are asked to avoid the Blue ...

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