Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 19 at 2:52PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 19, 2026 - 1:52pm
Expires:
August 19, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description:
At 251 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 14
miles north of Gila, or 15 miles northeast of Buckhorn. This storm
was nearly stationary.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and nickel size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Mogollon Box Day Use Area and Portions of the Gila Wilderness.
Instruction:
If threatening weather approaches your area, take shelter in a sturdy
building.
Heavy rains will cause water to pond on roads and in low spots. Fast
running water will quickly fill arroyos and ditches.
Area Description:
Upper Gila River Valley; Southern Gila Region Highlands/Black Range
Forcast Office:
NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov