High Wind Warning Issued for Parts of New Mexico and Texas

High Wind Warning was issued by the for multiple forecast zones and coastal waters across New Mexico and Texas.

High Wind Warning

The alert was issued at 5:24 PM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 9:00 AM local time. The NWS lists the alert severity as severe. Its urgency is listed as expected. The event is classified as likely.

Areas Affected

The warning covers multiple forecast zones and coastal waters across New Mexico and Texas.

Safety Information

Persons with respiratory problems should make preparations to stay indoors until the storm passes. Be ready for a sudden drop in visibility to near zero. If you encounter blowing dust or blowing sand on the roadway or see it approaching, pull off the road as far as possible and put your vehicle in park. Turn the lights all the way off and keep foot off the brake pedal. Remember, 'Pull Aside, Stay Alive'. People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around or damaged by the wind.