Headline:
High Wind Warning issued October 15 at 2:24AM MDT until October 17 at 12:00PM MDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
High Wind Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 15, 2026 - 1:24am
Expires:
October 15, 2026 - 9:30am
Description:
* WHAT...Northeast winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph
expected, especially Guadalupe Pass.
* WHERE...Guadalupe Mountains of west Texas and Southeast New Mexico.
* WHEN...From 7 PM MDT /8 PM CDT/ this evening to noon MDT /1 PM CDT/
Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds may blow around unsecured objects.
Instruction:
Winds will be particularly hazardous at higher elevations where the
strongest winds are likely to occur. Be especially careful driving in
these mountainous areas. People driving high-profile vehicles should
strongly consider postponing travel in these areas until the winds
subside.
Delay travel through Guadalupe Pass or find another route, if
possible.
Area Description:
Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County; Guadalupe Mountains Above 7000 Feet; Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov