New Mexico Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 09/19/2026 11:28

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued September 19 at 12:28PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
September 19, 2026 - 11:28am
Expires: 
September 19, 2026 - 12:15pm
Description: 
At 1228 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Cebolletita, or 9 miles northwest of Laguna Pueblo, moving east at 30 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 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... Laguna Pueblo, Cebolletita, Marquez, New Laguna, Cubero, Paguate, Seboyeta, Bibo and Encinal. This includes Interstate 40 between Mile Markers 105 and 108.
Instruction: 
Monitor the weather situation closely and be alert for threatening weather conditions. 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: 
West Central Mountains; West Central Highlands
Forcast Office: 
NWS Albuquerque NM
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov