Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 17 at 1:01PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 17, 2024 - 12:01pm
Expires:
September 17, 2024 - 12:45pm
Description:
At 101 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 9
miles southeast of Arabela, or 32 miles east of Ruidoso, moving
northeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Tinnie, Arabela, and Sunset.
Instruction:
If threatening weather approaches your area, take shelter in a sturdy
building.
Accumulations of small hail on roads can create very slick and
hazardous driving conditions.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 700 PM MDT for
central and southeastern New Mexico.
Area Description:
Chaves County Plains; Eastern Lincoln County
Forcast Office:
NWS Albuquerque NM