Headline:
High Wind Warning issued April 25 at 9:06AM MDT until April 27 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
High Wind Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 25, 2026 - 8:06am
Expires:
April 27, 2026 - 8:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...West winds 35 to 55 mph with gusts up to 75 mph expected.
* WHERE...Guadalupe Mountains of west Texas and Southeast New
Mexico, including Carlsbad Caverns National Park.
* WHEN...From 11 AM MDT /noon CDT/ Sunday to 9 PM MDT /10 PM CDT/
Monday.
* 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:
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 Mountains Above 7000 Feet; Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov