High Wind Warning Issued for Sacramento Mountains; Gusts Up to 65 MPH Expected

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM has issued a High Wind Warning for the Sacramento Mountains region. The alert was issued on the evening of February 17 and remains in effect through late Wednesday night.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers the following geographic areas in New Mexico:

• Sacramento Mountains Above 7500 Feet
• East Slopes Sacramento Mountains Below 7500 Feet

What You Should Do

Residents in the warning area are advised to remain in the lower levels of their homes during the windstorm and stay away from windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. If travel is necessary, use extreme caution, particularly if operating a high-profile vehicle, as travel will be difficult.

Expected Conditions

The region can expect sustained southwest winds ranging from 35 to 45 mph. Peak wind gusts are forecasted to reach up to 65 mph. These damaging winds are expected to blow down trees and power lines, and widespread power outages are anticipated.

Timeline

The High Wind Warning is effective starting at 9:00 AM MST on Wednesday, February 18. The hazardous conditions are expected to persist until the warning expires at 11:00 PM MST on Wednesday night.