Rep. Vasquez Statement on Flooding Emergency in New Mexico

October 1, 2026 Press Release WASHINGTON, D.C. – On October 1, 2026, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) released the following statement on the flooding emergency in New Mexico: “I am monitoring the flood damage across our state and closely working with state and local officials to move disaster efforts along as efficiently as possible, including re-opening key transportation routes and ensuring our communities are safe as the road to recovery begins,” said Vasquez. “I stand with the communities of Hatch, Rincon, Socorro, Magdalena, Salem, Garfield and the rest of our district affected by the floods this week.” You can find additional resources about returning home after a disaster, financial recovery, replacing documents and more at vasquez.house.gov/disaster-resources . The following resources can be used for recovery and information: FEMA After the Flood Fact Sheet New Mexico Roads Advisory System New Mexico Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management Office of the Governor’s State of Emergency Declaration ### Issues : Keeping Our Communities Safe