New Mexico Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 08/16/2026 15:22

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued August 16 at 4:22PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
August 16, 2026 - 3:22pm
Expires: 
August 16, 2026 - 3:45pm
Description: 
At 422 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 6 miles northeast of Folsom, or 10 miles north of Des Moines, moving east at 15 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and penny 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... Folsom.
Instruction: 
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description: 
Johnson and Bartlett Mesas Including Raton Pass; Union County
Forcast Office: 
NWS Albuquerque NM
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov