Headline:
High Wind Watch issued March 13 at 9:07AM MDT until March 15 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
High Wind Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
March 13, 2026 - 8:07am
Expires:
March 15, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible.
* WHERE...Guadalupe Mountains of west Texas and Southeast New Mexico.
* WHEN...From Saturday afternoon through Sunday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile
vehicles like campers, vans, and tractor trailers. Severe
turbulence near the mountains will be hazardous for low flying
light aircraft.
Instruction:
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
Winds will be particularly hazardous at higher elevations where the
strongest winds are likely to occur. Be especially careful driving
in these mountainous areas. People driving high-profile vehicles
should strongly consider postponing travel in these areas until the
winds subside.
Use caution if flying low near the mountains as severe turbulence is
possible.
Area Description:
Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County; Guadalupe Mountains Above 7000 Feet; Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov