Headline:
Freeze Watch issued April 16 at 12:21PM MDT until April 18 at 9:00AM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Event:
Freeze Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
April 16, 2026 - 11:21am
Expires:
April 17, 2026 - 1:00am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, west winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up
to 50 mph expected. For the Freeze Watch, sub-freezing temperatures
between 22 and 28 possible.
* WHERE...Central Highlands, Eastern San Miguel County, Far Northeast
Highlands, Harding County, and Northeast Highlands.
* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 11 AM to 6 PM MDT Friday. For
the Freeze Watch, from late Friday night through Saturday morning.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs may be blown down. Expect strong crosswinds on area roadways.
Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive
vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
Instruction:
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.
To prevent water pipes from freezing, wrap, drain or allow them to
drip slowly.
Area Description:
Central Highlands; Far Northeast Highlands; Northeast Highlands; Harding County; Eastern San Miguel County
Forcast Office:
NWS Albuquerque NM
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov