Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 5 at 1:12PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 5, 2026 - 12:12pm
Expires:
July 5, 2026 - 1:00pm
Description:
At 112 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7
miles west of Raton, moving southeast at 15 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 damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Raton, Sugarite, Sugarite Canyon State Park and Raton Crews
Airport.
This includes the following highways...
Highway 64 between Mile Markers 336 and 360. Interstate 25 between
Mile Markers 439 and 460.
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:
Johnson and Bartlett Mesas Including Raton Pass; Far Northeast Highlands
Forcast Office:
NWS Albuquerque NM
Sender: