Headline:
Winter Storm Warning issued April 30 at 8:58PM MDT until May 2 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Event:
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 30, 2026 - 7:58pm
Expires:
May 1, 2026 - 4:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 6
inches between 7500 and 9500 feet and 6 to 10 inches above 9500
feet.
* WHERE...Sangre de Cristo Mountains.
* WHEN...Until midnight MDT Friday Night.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Tire traction will be
reduced. Extend the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle
in front of you.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels will continue to drop to around
7500 feet Friday morning. The period of heaviest snow is expected
late tonight through Friday morning.
Instruction:
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions, dial
511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com.
Area Description:
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains; Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains; East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Albuquerque NM
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov