Headline:
High Wind Warning issued April 17 at 11:55AM MDT until April 18 at 12:00PM MDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
High Wind Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 17, 2026 - 10:55am
Expires:
April 18, 2026 - 11:00am
Description:
* WHAT...For the first High Wind Warning, west winds 35 to 45 mph
with gusts up to 65 mph. For the second High Wind Warning,
northeast winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected.
* WHERE...In New Mexico, Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County. In
Texas, Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains.
* WHEN...For the first High Wind Warning, until 7 PM MDT /8 PM CDT/
this evening. For the second High Wind Warning, from midnight MDT
/1 AM CDT/ tonight to noon MDT /1 PM CDT/ Saturday.
* 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. Gusty winds may blow around unsecured objects.
Instruction:
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.
Delay travel through Guadalupe Pass or find another route, if
possible.
Use caution if flying low near the mountains as severe turbulence is
possible.
Area Description:
Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County; Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov