Headline:
High Wind Watch issued April 22 at 12:28PM MDT until April 23 at 11:00PM MDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
High Wind Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
April 22, 2026 - 11:28am
Expires:
April 23, 2026 - 4:00am
Description:
* WHAT...West winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph possible.
* WHERE...Guadalupe Mountains of west Texas and Southeast New Mexico.
* WHEN...From Thursday morning through Thursday evening.
* 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:
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
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.
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