New Mexico Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 09/19/2026 13:37

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued September 19 at 2:37PM MDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
September 19, 2026 - 1:37pm
Expires: 
September 19, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description: 
At 237 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near McDonald, or 9 miles northeast of Lovington, moving east at 10 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and pea 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... McDonald and Gladiola.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. 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: 
Northern Lea County; Central Lea County
Forcast Office: 
NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov