Headline:
Blowing Dust Advisory issued March 15 at 1:56PM MDT until March 15 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
Blowing Dust Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 15, 2026 - 12:56pm
Expires:
March 15, 2026 - 8:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Blowing Dust Advisory, visibility between
one-quarter and one mile in blowing dust. For the Wind Advisory,
north winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.
* WHERE...Pecos County.
* WHEN...Until 10 PM CDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility.
A sudden gust of wind could drop visibility to near zero
instantly. Gusty winds may blow around unsecured objects.
Instruction:
Persons with respiratory problems should make preparations to stay
indoors until the storm passes. Be ready for a sudden drop in
visibility to near zero. If you encounter blowing dust or blowing
sand on the roadway or see it approaching, pull off the road as far
as possible and put your vehicle in park. Turn the lights all the
way off and keep foot off the brake pedal. Remember, 'Pull Aside,
Stay Alive'.
Slow down, use low-beam headlights, and leave plenty of distance
between you and other vehicles.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution and keep both hands on the
steering wheel.
Area Description:
Pecos
Forcast Office:
NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Sender: