Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 23 at 2:08PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 23, 2026 - 1:08pm
Expires:
July 23, 2026 - 1:45pm
Description:
At 208 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Laguna Pueblo, moving east at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 45 mph, torrential rain, 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...
Laguna Pueblo, Mesita, New Laguna and Paguate.
This includes Interstate 40 between Mile Markers 111 and 129.
Instruction:
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Motorists can expect brief but sudden changes in visibility and
ponding of water on roadways as storms move through the area.
Area Description:
West Central Highlands
Forcast Office:
NWS Albuquerque NM
Sender: