New Mexico Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 06/26/2026 12:36

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued June 26 at 1:36PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
June 26, 2026 - 12:36pm
Expires: 
June 26, 2026 - 1:15pm
Description: 
At 136 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 17 miles south of El Morro, or 31 miles southwest of Grants, moving northeast at 15 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and pea 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... Mainly rural areas of Central Cibola County. Blowing dust may drop visibility below a half mile.
Instruction: 
Monitor the weather situation closely and be alert for threatening weather conditions. This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description: 
West Central Mountains
Forcast Office: 
NWS Albuquerque NM