Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 14 at 7:08PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 14, 2026 - 6:08pm
Expires:
August 14, 2026 - 6:45pm
Description:
At 708 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Elkins, or 31 miles northeast of Roswell, moving north at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and half inch 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...
Elkins.
Instruction:
Monitor the weather situation closely and be alert for threatening
weather conditions.
Blowing dust associated with strong thunderstorm winds can reduce
visibility below one quarter mile at times.
Area Description:
Chaves County Plains
Forcast Office:
NWS Albuquerque NM
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov