High Wind Warning Issued for Northern and Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains
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NOAA issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).
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The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, forecasting gusts up to 65 mph and blowing snow starting Wednesday morning.
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- Record type
- High Wind Warning
- Affected area
- Northern and Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains, New Mexico
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Albuquerque NM
Wind notices are issued against local thresholds and a defined time window. Confirm both in the original notice before making a current-condition decision.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Northern and Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains, New Mexico.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a High Wind Warning for the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. This alert indicates that a significant wind event is likely to occur, posing risks to property and travel.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers the following regions in New Mexico:
- Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains
- Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains
What You Should Do
Residents and travelers in the affected areas should take the following precautions:
- Prepare for potential power outages due to downed lines.
- Secure outdoor furniture and loose objects that could become projectiles.
- Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high-profile vehicle.
- Monitor local weather updates for changes in conditions.
Expected Conditions
Meteorologists expect sustained west winds between 30 and 40 mph. Peak wind gusts are forecasted to reach up to 65 mph. Additionally, a few inches of snow are expected to accumulate. The combination of strong winds and fresh snowfall will likely create periods of blowing snow, which may significantly reduce visibility and impact travel.
Timeline
The High Wind Warning is scheduled to go into effect at 11:00 AM MST on Wednesday, February 18. The warning is currently set to remain in effect until 5:00 AM MST on Thursday, February 19.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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