New Mexico Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 06/10/2026 17:20

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued June 10 at 6:20PM MDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
June 10, 2026 - 5:20pm
Expires: 
June 10, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description: 
At 619 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 18 miles northeast of Malaga, or 26 miles east of Carlsbad, moving northeast at 25 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and nickel 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. This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of east central Eddy including State Hwy 128 and southwestern Lea Counties.
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: 
Eddy County Plains; Southern Lea County
Forcast Office: 
NWS Midland/Odessa TX