New Mexico Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 06/06/2026 13:46

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued June 6 at 2:46PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
June 6, 2026 - 1:46pm
Expires: 
June 6, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description: 
At 246 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 9 miles northwest of Abbott, or 11 miles east of Springer, moving south at 15 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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... Abbott.
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.
Area Description: 
Far Northeast Highlands
Forcast Office: 
NWS Albuquerque NM
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov