Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 9 at 2:43PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 9, 2026 - 1:43pm
Expires:
September 9, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description:
At 243 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Eight Canyon. This thunderstorm was nearly stationary.
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 hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Eight Canyon, South Tularosa Canyon, Dry Canyon, Horse Spring, and
Firman Lake.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
West Slopes Sacramento Mountains Below 7500 Feet; Sacramento Mountains Above 7500 Feet
Forcast Office:
NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov