Disaster · Four Corners, US · United States of America · October 23, 2026

Flooding in US Four Corners region prompts rooftop rescues

Reported by 1 outlet · first reported Oct 23, 2:32 PM ET

Severe flooding in the Four Corners region on Friday led to water rescues, some from rooftops, and impassable roads. Residents of low-lying areas of Colorado and New Mexico were told to evacuate, and at least one person was injured.

Why it matters

Flooding cut roads and forced evacuations across parts of four US states.

Background

The Four Corners is where Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona and Utah meet. Heavy rain on dry terrain there can cause fast-rising flash floods.

The story so far

1. Oct 23Flooding in US Four Corners region prompts rooftop rescues
2. Oct 25More storms forecast for flood-hit US Southwest

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Sources

• The Guardian ↗Oct 23, 2:32 PM ET

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