Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 20 at 8:32PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 20, 2026 - 7:32pm
Expires:
July 20, 2026 - 8:00pm
Description:
At 832 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Farmington, moving west at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph, frequent lightning, and pea 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...
Farmington, Aztec, Shiprock, Kirtland, Ojo Amarillo, Upper
Fruitland, Fruitland, Nenahnezad, NAPI Headquarters and Flora
Vista.
This includes Highway 64 between Mile Markers 23 and 58.
Instruction:
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
Blowing dust associated with strong thunderstorm winds can reduce
visibility below one quarter mile at times.
Area Description:
Northwest Plateau
Forcast Office:
NWS Albuquerque NM
Sender: