New Mexico Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 08/19/2026 15:45

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued August 19 at 4:45PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
August 19, 2026 - 3:45pm
Expires: 
August 19, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description: 
At 445 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near White Signal, or 16 miles south of Tyrone. 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... White Signal.
Instruction: 
If threatening weather approaches your area, take shelter in a sturdy building. This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor your preferred media outlets and NOAA Weather Radio for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description: 
Southern Gila Foothills/Mimbres Valley; Southwest Desert/Lower Gila River Valley; Central Grant County/Silver City Area; Southern Gila Region Highlands/Black Range
Forcast Office: 
NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov