New Mexico Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 09/08/2026 16:17

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued September 8 at 5:17PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
September 8, 2026 - 4:17pm
Expires: 
September 8, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description: 
At 516 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Derry. This thunderstorm was nearly stationary. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 45 mph and half inch 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... Arrey, Derry, Garfield, and Caballo Lake. This includes Interstate 25 in New Mexico between mile markers 48 and 60.
Instruction: 
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways. 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: 
Sierra County Lakes; Northern Dona Ana County
Forcast Office: 
NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov