Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued in McKinley, New Mexico

Severe Thunderstorm Warning was issued by the for McKinley County in New Mexico.

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

The alert was issued at 2:59 PM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 3:15 PM local time. The NWS lists the alert severity as severe. Its urgency is listed as immediate. The event is classified as observed.

Storm Details

A severe thunderstorm was located 7 miles west of Nakaibito, or 21 miles northwest of Gallup, moving northeast at 10 mph

Hazards

60 mph wind gusts and small hail

Potential Impact

Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees

Locations Mentioned

Nakaibito and Tohatchi

Areas Affected

The warning covers McKinley County in New Mexico.

Safety Information

Seek shelter inside a well-built structure and stay away from windows. This storm is capable of producing damaging winds. Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.