New Mexico Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 06/01/2026 15:09

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued June 1 at 4:09PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
June 1, 2026 - 3:09pm
Expires: 
June 1, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description: 
At 409 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 13 miles south of Tinnie, or 27 miles southeast of Ruidoso, moving east at 20 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and nickel size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Locations impacted include... Sunset.
Instruction: 
Monitor the weather situation closely and be alert for threatening weather conditions. This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service. Blowing dust associated with strong thunderstorm winds can reduce visibility below one quarter mile at times.
Area Description: 
Eastern Lincoln County; Southwest Chaves County
Forcast Office: 
NWS Albuquerque NM
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov