New Mexico Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 06/26/2026 12:13

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued June 26 at 1:13PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
June 26, 2026 - 12:13pm
Expires: 
June 26, 2026 - 12:45pm
Description: 
At 113 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 18 miles south of Mesita, or 20 miles south of Laguna Pueblo, moving northeast at 20 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 damage to outdoor objects is possible. Locations impacted include... Mainly rural areas of Northwestern Valencia, Bernalillo and Southeastern Cibola Counties.
Instruction: 
Monitor the weather situation closely and be alert for threatening weather conditions. 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. Blowing dust associated with strong thunderstorm winds can reduce visibility below one quarter mile at times.
Area Description: 
West Central Highlands; Middle Rio Grande Valley/Albuquerque Metro Area
Forcast Office: 
NWS Albuquerque NM