Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 14 at 9:51PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 14, 2026 - 8:51pm
Expires:
September 14, 2026 - 9:15pm
Description:
At 951 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 6
miles south of Chaco Canyon, or 22 miles north of Crownpoint, moving
east southeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch 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...
Chaco Canyon.
Instruction:
Monitor the weather situation closely and be alert for threatening
weather conditions.
Heavy rains from severe thunderstorms can produce sudden and
dangerous flows in arroyos, ditches and over low water crossings. Do
not attempt to drive through areas where water covers the roadway.
Area Description:
Northwest Plateau; Northwest Highlands
Forcast Office:
NWS Albuquerque NM
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov