New Mexico authorities rescue hundreds after flooding strands many in high water and leaves 2 dead

Associated Press

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — Authorities in New Mexico have rescued hundreds of people in the Roswell area after record rainfall produced severe flooding over the weekend. The flooding left at least two people dead and stranded many on rooftops and in high water. New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham declared an emergency Monday. That clears the way for $1 million in state funds to boost recovery efforts in the community.. Authorities say more than 300 people were rescued Saturday and Sunday as flood waters coursed through the city. The record rainfall and flooding has left behind masses of twisted metal, splintered wood, waterlogged vehicles and damaged bridges.