Headline:
High Wind Warning issued March 27 at 3:21AM MDT until March 28 at 12:00AM 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 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph
expected.
* WHERE...In El Paso County, areas west of the Franklin Mountains,
including west El Paso, and areas near and west of the Hueco
Mountains. Also, the Otero Mesa in New Mexico, southward into the
higher terrain of northern and western Hudspeth County in Texas.
* WHEN...Until midnight MDT tonight.
* 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 of 65 mph will occur over
the Otero Mesa and around the Hueco Mountains. Gusts will range
from 50 to 60 mph in west El Paso, strongest in the higher
elevations along the west slopes of the Franklin Mountains, as
well as through Transmountain Pass. Light but widespread blowing
dust is also expected.
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:
Otero Mesa; Western El Paso County; Northern Hudspeth Highlands/Hueco Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov