Severe Storms and Flooding

Key facts

Declared

26 Oct 2026

Incident period

Began 22 Oct 2026. End date not reported by FEMA.

Declaration type

Emergency declaration. The President declared an emergency under the Stafford Act, which authorises more limited federal help, usually to protect lives and property. How FEMA declares disasters

Incident types designated

Flood, Severe Storm

Where

New Mexico — 9 designated areas (4 counties)

FEMA region

Region 6

Programmes declared

• Public Assistance

“Declared” means FEMA authorised this programme for the listed areas. It does not mean any individual or household is eligible. Eligibility is decided by FEMA — apply or check at DisasterAssistance.gov.

Designated areas

Programmes can differ from area to area. Names are as FEMA lists them.