In a statement accompanying photographs of the operations, New Mexico State Police expressed concern for families affected by the flooding and appreciation for the officers and other emergency responders working to protect residents.
Source: N.M. State Police (via Facebook)
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Members of the New Mexico State Police Dive Team have been conducting rescue operations as severe flooding affects communities across the state.
Officers are working in hazardous conditions to assist residents and respond to emergencies in flood-affected areas. The specialized team is among the emergency personnel involved in rescue efforts as communities contend with the effects of rising water.
In a statement accompanying photographs of the operations, New Mexico State Police expressed concern for families affected by the flooding and appreciation for the officers and other emergency responders working to protect residents.
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The department emphasized the importance of every rescue as families and communities await news of loved ones.
Specific locations, the number of rescues conducted and the extent of the flooding were not provided in the department's announcement.
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