Headline:
High Wind Warning issued May 4 at 12:49PM MDT until May 5 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
High Wind Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 4, 2026 - 11:49am
Expires:
May 5, 2026 - 12:30am
Description:
* WHAT...West winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected.
* WHERE...Guadalupe Mountains of west Texas and Southeast New Mexico.
* WHEN...From 9 AM MDT /10 AM CDT/ to 9 PM MDT /10 PM CDT/ Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile
vehicles like campers, vans, and tractor trailers. Severe
turbulence near the mountains will be hazardous for low flying
light aircraft. Aviation interests may experience localized but
extreme turbulence, or strong downward airflows if flying in the
near the Guadalupe Mountains.
Instruction:
People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.
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.
Area Description:
Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County; Guadalupe Mountains Above 7000 Feet; Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Midland/Odessa TX
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