Intense rainfall caused sudden floods in New Mexico, United States, causing the deaths of at least three people, including two children, and leaving dozens of residents arrested in their homes and vehicles in the Tourist Village of Ruidos.
Local authorities reported that rescue operations remain in progress to locate possible survivors.
The level of the Ruridos River reached a historical record of 6.2 meters during the flood, which occurred in a matter of minutes, according to images released by the geological service of the United States.
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Emergency teams, including the National Guard, have carried out dozens of rescues amid turbulent waters, removing trapped people in cars and homes.
The village of Ruidoso, known for its tourist attractions and ski stations, now faces the challenge of dealing with the damage caused by floods.
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The disaster in New Mexico happens a few days after devastating floods in Texas, which already count more than 100 deaths and dozen missing.
The region faces a critical scenario, aggravated by heavy rainfall and soil weakened by recent forest fires, which make it difficult to flow the water.
