Cold Weather Advisory 01/06/2025 21:54 for New Mexico areas

Headline: 
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 6 at 10:54PM MST until January 8 at 8:00AM MST by NWS Albuquerque NM
Event: 
Cold Weather Advisory
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
January 6, 2025 - 9:54pm
Expires: 
January 7, 2025 - 4:00am
Description: 
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 5 below expected. * WHERE...Portions of central, southeast, and west central New Mexico. * WHEN...From midnight Tuesday Night to 8 AM MST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Very cold wind chill temperatures could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The potential exists for up to one inch of snow, with 1 to 3 inches on mountain peaks and east-facing slopes through Wednesday morning.
Instruction: 
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.
Area Description: 
West Central Plateau; West Central Mountains; West Central Highlands; Southwest Mountains; Lower Rio Grande Valley; Estancia Valley; Central Highlands; South Central Highlands; Upper Tularosa Valley; South Central Mountains; Southwest Chaves County; San Agustin Plains and Adjacent Lowlands
Forcast Office: 
NWS Albuquerque NM