Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 3 at 4:15PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 3, 2026 - 3:15pm
Expires:
June 3, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 415 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 10
miles east of Mesita, or 12 miles east of Laguna Pueblo, moving east
at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and half inch 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...
Northwestern Albuquerque, Paradise Hills, Mesita and Tohajiilee.
This includes Interstate 40 between Mile Markers 119 and 154.
Instruction:
Monitor the weather situation closely and be alert for threatening
weather conditions.
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