Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued in Dona Ana and Luna, New Mexico

Severe Thunderstorm Warning was issued by the for Dona Ana and Luna Counties in New Mexico.

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

The alert was issued at 11:05 AM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 11:30 AM 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 12 miles north of Akela, moving northeast at 20 mph

Hazards

60 mph wind gusts

Potential Impact

Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees

Locations Mentioned

Uvas Valley and Magdalena Peak

Areas Affected

The warning covers Dona Ana and Luna Counties in New Mexico.

Safety Information

Remain alert for a possible tornado! Tornadoes can develop quickly from severe thunderstorms. If you spot a tornado go at once into the basement or small central room in a sturdy structure. For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.