Village in mourning as Ruidoso flood proves deadly Story by Dave TomlinPhotos by Todd FuquaRuidoso News Flash flood waters ...

Jason Fulcher experienced waves of despair on Tuesday, as waves from catastrophic flooding of the Ruidoso River engulfed his ...

Droughts have a similar effect: When soil dries out over long periods, it can become compacted or even crusted over, reducing its ability to absorb water. Severe to extreme preexisting drought ...