Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 17 at 7:33PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 17, 2024 - 6:33pm
Expires:
September 17, 2024 - 7:15pm
Description:
At 733 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7
miles southwest of Abbott, or 18 miles southeast of Springer, moving
east at 25 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...
Abbott, Gladstone, and Farley.
Instruction:
If threatening weather approaches your area, take shelter in a sturdy
building.
Frequent dangerous cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this
storm. Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a
safe shelter inside a building or vehicle.
Area Description:
Johnson and Bartlett Mesas Including Raton Pass; Far Northeast Highlands; Union County; Harding County
Forcast Office:
NWS Albuquerque NM