Special Weather Statement 09/17/2024 15:57 for New Mexico areas

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued September 17 at 4:57PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
September 17, 2024 - 3:57pm
Expires: 
September 17, 2024 - 4:30pm
Description: 
At 457 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8 miles north of Fenton Lake State Park, or 11 miles east of Cuba, moving northeast at 50 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and nickel size 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... Youngsville and Coyote.
Instruction: 
If threatening weather approaches your area, take shelter in a sturdy building. This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor your preferred media outlets and NOAA Weather Radio for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description: 
Far Northwest Highlands; Jemez Mountains; Espanola Valley
Forcast Office: 
NWS Albuquerque NM