Much of New Mexico remains under a flash flood watch thanks to remnants from Tropical Storm Odile.
The storm system's center approached New Mexico on Thursday bringing threats of flooding and possible mudslides in areas previously level by wildfires.
The New Mexico Department of Transportation says Highway 152 in the southwestern part of the state was closed indefinitely Wednesday after severe weather damaged portions of the road.
In Luna County, authorities say deputies saved a 78-year-old motorist after his vehicle was swept away by a strong current of flood waters.
The National Weather Service says remnants of Odile took a right turn overnight, with a corresponding shift in the heavy rain forecast. Forecasters say Ruidoso, Roswell, Portales and Clovis are now in the storm's path.
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