ROSWELL, New Mexico — Search and rescue efforts are underway Sunday morning in Roswell following severe flooding. One person died.

The New Mexico National Guard says so far, 290 people have been rescued and 38 transported to local hospitals.

Roads were closed due to bridge damage in Chaves County, including 285 South between Roswell and Artesia and State Road 2 from Dexter to Hagerman.

According to the City of Roswell, water levels have dropped in many areas of the city. But they say levels remain high in the city center and along the Spring River Canal.

Authorities say cars were reportedly stuck in floodwaters on many streets and even washed away into the river channel.

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