Evacuation Warning Issued in New Mexico Over Dam Failure Risk
New Mexico:Authorities in the US state of New Mexico have issued an evacuation warning for residents of Doña Ana County amid concerns that a dam could fail.
Heavy rains and flooding triggered by Tropical Storm Polo have caused severe damage across parts of the southern United States, increasing pressure on the McLeod Dam and raising fears that it could fail at any time.
Water has reportedly begun overflowing the edges of the dam, while floodwaters have inundated major roads in the area.
In view of the serious flooding situation, authorities have urged residents in affected areas to move to safer locations and follow evacuation instructions.
Officials are closely monitoring the situation as continued flooding could further increase pressure on the dam.
