Headline:
High Wind Warning issued March 27 at 3:21AM MDT until March 27 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
Event:
High Wind Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 27, 2026 - 2:21am
Expires:
March 27, 2026 - 7:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Northeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph
expected.
* WHERE...East Central Tularosa Basin, and the west slopes of the
Sacramento Mountains, generally below 7500 Feet. This includes
Alamogordo, Tularosa, High Rolls, Mountain Park, Bent, areas just
west of Mescalero Village, as well as Bug Scuffle and Timberon.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM MDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds will occur just east of
US-54 and near the west slopes of the Sacramento Mountains.
Tularosa, La Luz, Burro Flats, and the eastern sections of
Alamogordo will see the strongest gusts. Wind direction will
generally be from the east and northeast, but will vary at times
over parts of the Tularosa Basin, due to complex interactions with
terrain. Pockets of lighter winds will also occur, particularly
near and north of Three Rivers. The peak wind gusts will occur
between 7 AM and Noon, but will be quite strong throughout the day.
Instruction:
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.
Area Description:
West Slopes Sacramento Mountains Below 7500 Feet; East Central Tularosa Basin/Alamogordo
Forcast Office:
NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov