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High Wind Warning 10, NWS Albuquerque, NM

March 5, 2017

NWS Albuquerque, NM issued this high wind warning at Mar 5, 2017, 2:12 PM MST. It took effect at Mar 6, 2017, 12:00 AM MST. It was in force for 18 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Mar 5, 2017, 2:12 PM MST (21:12 UTC)
In effect from
Mar 6, 2017, 12:00 AM MST
Expired
Mar 6, 2017, 6:00 PM MST
In force
18 hr
Issued by
NWS Albuquerque, NM

The text

As transmitted.

930 
WWUS75 KABQ 052112
NPWABQ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
212 PM MST Sun Mar 5 2017

...WINDY CONDITIONS TO RETURN TO NEW MEXICO THROUGH MONDAY...

.An upper level trough approaching New Mexico from the Great
Basin will slide overhead tonight and generate more strong winds 
through Monday. The first round of wind will impact primarily the 
high terrain through tonight. A cold front will race across New 
Mexico Monday and generate the second round of stronger wind in 
the high terrain and the eastern plains. Strong crosswinds will 
create hazardous travel conditions Monday with areas of blowing 
dust possible.

NMZ528-529-060100-
/O.UPG.KABQ.HW.A.0008.170306T1600Z-170307T0100Z/
/O.NEW.KABQ.HW.W.0010.170306T1600Z-170307T0100Z/
/O.EXA.KABQ.WI.Y.0017.000000T0000Z-170306T0100Z/
Far Northeast Highlands-Northeast Highlands-
212 PM MST Sun Mar 5 2017

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MST THIS EVENING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 6 PM MST MONDAY...

The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a High
Wind Warning, which is in effect from 9 AM to 6 PM MST Monday. A
Wind Advisory has also been issued. This Wind Advisory is in
effect until 6 PM MST this evening. The High Wind Watch is no
longer in effect. 

* LOCATION...Interstate 25 corridor from Las Vegas to Raton.

* WINDS...Southwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 45 mph through
  late this afternoon. West 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph
  Monday.

* TIMING...The strongest winds will occur late Monday morning  
  through Monday afternoon.

* VISIBILITY...Locally reduced in areas of blowing dust.

* LOCAL IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will impact north to south 
  oriented roadways. Tree limbs, power lines, and light weight 
  objects may be damaged. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remember, A High Wind Warning means damaging winds are imminent
or highly likely. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or
gusts of 58 mph or more can lead to property damage.

Motorists should exercise caution while travelling. Sudden gusts
of wind may cause you to lose control of your vehicle. Extra
attention should be given to cross winds.

&&

$$

NMZ513-515-527-060100-
/O.UPG.KABQ.HW.A.0008.170306T0700Z-170307T0100Z/
/O.NEW.KABQ.HW.W.0010.170306T0700Z-170307T0100Z/
Northern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet/Red River-
East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-Raton Ridge/Johnson Mesa-
212 PM MST Sun Mar 5 2017

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 6 PM MST
MONDAY...

The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a High
Wind Warning, which is in effect from midnight tonight to 6 PM
MST Monday. The High Wind Watch is no longer in effect. 

* LOCATION...Portions of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and the 
  Raton Ridge/Johnson Mesa. 

* WINDS...West 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

* TIMING...Tonight through Monday.

* VISIBILITY...Locally reduced in areas of blowing snow around 
  the high terrain. 

* LOCAL IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds on areas roadways. Large tree
  limbs and power lines may be damaged. Light weight objects may 
  be tossed around or damaged. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remember, A High Wind Warning means damaging winds are imminent
or highly likely. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or
gusts of 58 mph or more can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

NMZ523-530>534-060100-
/O.UPG.KABQ.HW.A.0008.170306T1600Z-170307T0100Z/
/O.NEW.KABQ.HW.W.0010.170306T1600Z-170307T0100Z/
Central Highlands-Union County-Harding County-
Eastern San Miguel County-Guadalupe County-Quay County-
212 PM MST Sun Mar 5 2017

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 6 PM MST MONDAY...

The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a High
Wind Warning, which is in effect from 9 AM to 6 PM MST Monday.
The High Wind Watch is no longer in effect. 

* LOCATION...Much of northeast and east central New Mexico.

* WINDS...West 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* TIMING...Late Monday morning through Monday afternoon.

* VISIBILITY...Locally reduced in areas of blowing dust.

* LOCAL IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will impact north to south 
  oriented roadways. Tree limbs, power lines, and light weight 
  objects may be damaged. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remember, A High Wind Warning means damaging winds are imminent
or highly likely. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or
gusts of 58 mph or more can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

NMZ505-060100-
/O.CON.KABQ.WI.Y.0017.000000T0000Z-170306T0100Z/
West Central Plateau-
212 PM MST Sun Mar 5 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MST THIS EVENING...

* LOCATION...Gallup to Zuni Pueblo.

* WINDS...Southwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* TIMING...Through late this afternoon.

* VISIBILITY...No significant reductions expected.

* LOCAL IMPACTS...Strong cross winds will impact east to west 
  oriented roadways including Interstate 40. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Motorists should exercise caution while travelling. Sudden gusts
of wind may cause you to lose control of your vehicle. Extra
attention should be given to cross winds.

&&

$$

NMZ502-060100-
/O.CON.KABQ.WI.Y.0017.000000T0000Z-170306T1200Z/
Chuska Mountains-
212 PM MST Sun Mar 5 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST MONDAY...

* LOCATION...Chuska Mountains.

* WINDS...Southwest to west 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* TIMING...Through early Monday morning.

* VISIBILITY...No significant reductions expected.

* LOCAL IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds on area roadways and 
  potential for some damage to tree limbs. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Motorists should exercise caution while travelling. Sudden gusts
of wind may cause you to lose control of your vehicle. Extra
attention should be given to cross winds.

&&

$$

NMZ526-060100-
/O.CON.KABQ.WI.Y.0017.000000T0000Z-170307T0100Z/
South Central Mountains-
212 PM MST Sun Mar 5 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MST MONDAY...

* LOCATION...South Central Mountains.

* WINDS...Southwest to west 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* TIMING...Today through Monday.

* VISIBILITY...Areas of blowing dust from White Sands may reduce 
  the visibility down to 3 miles at times. 

* LOCAL IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds on areas roadways and 
  potential for some damage to tree limbs. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Motorists should exercise caution while travelling. Sudden gusts
of wind may cause you to lose control of your vehicle. Extra
attention should be given to cross winds.

&&

$$
3 follow-up statements
277 
WWUS75 KABQ 060112
NPWABQ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
612 PM MST Sun Mar 5 2017

...WINDY CONDITIONS TO RETURN TO NEW MEXICO THROUGH MONDAY...

.An upper level trough approaching New Mexico from the Great
Basin will slide overhead tonight and generate more strong winds
through Monday. The first round of wind will impact primarily the
high terrain through tonight. A cold front will race across New
Mexico Monday and generate the second round of stronger wind in
the high terrain and the eastern plains. Strong crosswinds will
create hazardous travel conditions Monday with areas of blowing
dust possible.

NMZ528-529-061200-
/O.EXP.KABQ.WI.Y.0017.000000T0000Z-170306T0100Z/
/O.CON.KABQ.HW.W.0010.170306T1600Z-170307T0100Z/
Far Northeast Highlands-Northeast Highlands-
612 PM MST Sun Mar 5 2017

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 6 PM MST
MONDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...

* LOCATION...Interstate 25 corridor from Las Vegas to Raton.

* WINDS...West 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph Monday. 

* TIMING...The strongest winds will occur late Monday morning 
  through Monday afternoon. 

* VISIBILITY...Locally reduced in areas of blowing dust.

* LOCAL IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will impact north to south 
  oriented roadways. Tree limbs, power lines, and light weight 
  objects may be damaged. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remember, A High Wind Warning means damaging winds are imminent
or highly likely. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or
gusts of 58 mph or more can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

NMZ505-060215-
/O.EXP.KABQ.WI.Y.0017.000000T0000Z-170306T0100Z/
West Central Plateau-
612 PM MST Sun Mar 5 2017

...WIND ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...

Winds have subsided below advisory levels and are expected to
remain below advisory speeds.

$$

NMZ513-515-527-061200-
/O.CON.KABQ.HW.W.0010.170306T0700Z-170307T0100Z/
Northern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet/Red River-
East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-Raton Ridge/Johnson Mesa-
612 PM MST Sun Mar 5 2017

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
6 PM MST MONDAY...

* LOCATION...Portions of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and the 
  Raton Ridge/Johnson Mesa. 

* WINDS...West 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

* TIMING...Tonight through Monday.

* VISIBILITY...Locally reduced in areas of blowing snow around 
  the high terrain. 

* LOCAL IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds on areas roadways. Large 
  tree limbs and power lines may be damaged. Light weight 
  objects may be tossed around or damaged. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remember, A High Wind Warning means damaging winds are imminent
or highly likely. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or
gusts of 58 mph or more can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

NMZ523-530>534-061200-
/O.CON.KABQ.HW.W.0010.170306T1600Z-170307T0100Z/
Central Highlands-Union County-Harding County-
Eastern San Miguel County-Guadalupe County-Quay County-
612 PM MST Sun Mar 5 2017

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 6 PM MST
MONDAY...

* LOCATION...Much of northeast and east central New Mexico.

* WINDS...West 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* TIMING...Late Monday morning through Monday afternoon.

* VISIBILITY...Locally reduced in areas of blowing dust.

* LOCAL IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will impact north to south 
  oriented roadways. Tree limbs, power lines, and light weight 
  objects may be damaged. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remember, A High Wind Warning means damaging winds are imminent
or highly likely. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or
gusts of 58 mph or more can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

NMZ502-061200-
/O.CON.KABQ.WI.Y.0017.000000T0000Z-170306T1200Z/
Chuska Mountains-
612 PM MST Sun Mar 5 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST MONDAY...

* LOCATION...Chuska Mountains.

* WINDS...Southwest to west 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* TIMING...Through early Monday morning.

* VISIBILITY...No significant reductions expected.

* LOCAL IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds on area roadways and 
  potential for some damage to tree limbs. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Motorists should exercise caution while travelling. Sudden gusts
of wind may cause you to lose control of your vehicle. Extra
attention should be given to cross winds.

&&

$$

NMZ526-061200-
/O.CON.KABQ.WI.Y.0017.000000T0000Z-170307T0100Z/
South Central Mountains-
612 PM MST Sun Mar 5 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MST MONDAY...

* LOCATION...South Central Mountains.

* WINDS...Southwest to west 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* TIMING...Today through Monday.

* VISIBILITY...Areas of blowing dust from White Sands may reduce 
  the visibility down to 3 miles at times. 

* LOCAL IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds on area roadways and 
  potential for some damage to tree limbs. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Motorists should exercise caution while travelling. Sudden gusts
of wind may cause you to lose control of your vehicle. Extra
attention should be given to cross winds.

&&

$$

40
081 
WWUS75 KABQ 060933
NPWABQ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
233 AM MST Mon Mar 6 2017

...STRONG TO POTENTIALLY DAMAGING WINDS TODAY...

.An upper level trough approaching from the Great Basin will 
slide overhead today and create strong to potentially damaging 
winds across much of central and eastern New Mexico. Strong winds
will begin over the higher terrain early this morning, then work
down into the lower elevations by mid to late morning. Strong 
crosswinds will create hazardous travel conditions today with 
areas of blowing dust possible, especially near the Texas border.

NMZ502-061045-
/O.CAN.KABQ.WI.Y.0017.000000T0000Z-170306T1200Z/
Chuska Mountains-
233 AM MST Mon Mar 6 2017

...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has cancelled the
Wind Advisory. 

Windy conditions with strong gusts will persist this morning, but
below advisory criteria.

$$

NMZ526-070100-
/O.UPG.KABQ.WI.Y.0017.000000T0000Z-170307T0100Z/
/O.EXB.KABQ.HW.W.0010.170306T1000Z-170307T0100Z/
South Central Mountains-
233 AM MST Mon Mar 6 2017

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MST THIS EVENING...

The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a High
Wind Warning, which is in effect until 6 PM MST this evening. The
Wind Advisory is no longer in effect. 

* LOCATION...South Central Mountains.

* WINDS...Southwest to west 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* TIMING...Winds continuing to increase early morning, then
  trending down late afternoon.

* VISIBILITY...Areas of blowing dust from White Sands may reduce
  the visibility down to between 2 and 4 miles at times. 

* LOCAL IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will impact north to south
  oriented roadways. Tree limbs, power lines, and roofs may be
  damaged. Lightweight objects will become airborne.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remember, A High Wind Warning means damaging winds are imminent
or highly likely. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or
gusts of 58 mph or more can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

NMZ521-522-539-540-070100-
/O.EXB.KABQ.HW.W.0010.170306T1000Z-170307T0100Z/
Sandia/Manzano Mountains-Estancia Valley-Eastern Lincoln County-
Southwest Chaves County-
233 AM MST Mon Mar 6 2017

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MST THIS EVENING...

The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a High
Wind Warning, which is in effect until 6 PM MST this evening. 

* LOCATION...Portions of central and south central New Mexico.

* WINDS...West 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* TIMING...Winds increasing this morning, then beginning to trend
  down by late afternoon.

* VISIBILITY...Locally reduced in areas of blowing dust.

* LOCAL IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will impact north to south
  oriented roadways. Tree limbs, power lines, and roofs may be
  damaged. Lightweight objects will become airborne.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remember, A High Wind Warning means damaging winds are imminent
or highly likely. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or
gusts of 58 mph or more can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

NMZ523-528>534-070100-
/O.EXT.KABQ.HW.W.0010.170306T1500Z-170307T0100Z/
Central Highlands-Far Northeast Highlands-Northeast Highlands-
Union County-Harding County-Eastern San Miguel County-
Guadalupe County-Quay County-
233 AM MST Mon Mar 6 2017

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM
MST THIS EVENING...

* LOCATION...Much of northeast and east central New Mexico.

* WINDS...West 35 to 45 mph with occasional gusts up to 70 mph.

* TIMING...Late Monday morning through Monday afternoon.

* VISIBILITY...Locally reduced to less than 3 miles in blowing 
  dust, especially near the Texas border.

* LOCAL IMPACTS...Dangerous crosswinds will impact north to south
  oriented roadways. Tree limbs, power lines, and roofs may be
  damaged. Lightweight objects will become airborne.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remember, A High Wind Warning means damaging winds are imminent
or highly likely. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or
gusts of 58 mph or more can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

NMZ513-515-527-070100-
/O.CON.KABQ.HW.W.0010.000000T0000Z-170307T0100Z/
Northern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet/Red River-
East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-Raton Ridge/Johnson Mesa-
233 AM MST Mon Mar 6 2017

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MST THIS
EVENING...

* LOCATION...Portions of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and the 
  Raton Ridge/Johnson Mesa. 

* WINDS...West 35 to 45 mph with occasional gusts up to 70 mph.

* TIMING...Winds increasing through the morning hours, then
  trending down some by late afternoon.

* VISIBILITY...Locally reduced in areas of blowing snow near the 
  high terrain. 

* LOCAL IMPACTS...Dangerous crosswinds on north to south oriented
  roadways. Large tree limbs, power lines and roofs may be
  damaged. Lightweight objects will become airborne.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remember, A High Wind Warning means damaging winds are imminent
or highly likely. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or
gusts of 58 mph or more can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

NMZ506>508-510>512-514-516>520-524-525-535>538-070100-
/O.NEW.KABQ.WI.Y.0018.170306T1500Z-170307T0100Z/
West Central Mountains-West Central Highlands-Southwest Mountains-
San Juan Mountains-Jemez Mountains-
West Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
Southern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet-
Upper Rio Grande Valley-Lower Chama River Valley-
Santa Fe Metro Area-
Middle Rio Grande Valley/Albuquerque Metro Area-
Lower Rio Grande Valley-South Central Highlands-
Upper Tularosa Valley-Curry County-Roosevelt County-
De Baca County-Chaves County Plains-
233 AM MST Mon Mar 6 2017

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM MST
THIS EVENING...

The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a Wind
Advisory, which is in effect from 8 AM this morning to 6 PM MST
this evening. 

* LOCATION...Much of central, southwest and southeast New Mexico.

* WINDS...Southwest to west 25 to 35 mph with gusts to between 45
  and 50 mph.

* TIMING...Winds increasing through the morning hours and
  beginning to trend down by late afternoon.

* VISIBILITY...Locally reduced to less than 3 miles in blowing
  dust.

* LOCAL IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds on north to south oriented
  roadways such as Interstate 25 and US Highway 285. Lightweight
  objects may become airborne.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Motorists should exercise caution while travelling. Sudden gusts
of wind may cause you to lose control of your vehicle. Extra
attention should be given to cross winds.

&&

$$
063 
WWUS75 KABQ 070111
NPWABQ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
611 PM MST Mon Mar 6 2017

NMZ513-515-521>523-526>534-539-540-070215-
/O.EXP.KABQ.HW.W.0010.000000T0000Z-170307T0100Z/
Northern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet/Red River-
East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-Sandia/Manzano Mountains-
Estancia Valley-Central Highlands-South Central Mountains-
Raton Ridge/Johnson Mesa-Far Northeast Highlands-
Northeast Highlands-Union County-Harding County-
Eastern San Miguel County-Guadalupe County-Quay County-
Eastern Lincoln County-Southwest Chaves County-
611 PM MST Mon Mar 6 2017

...HIGH WIND WARNING HAS EXPIRED...

Winds have subsided below high wind warning criteria. 

$$

NMZ506>508-510>512-514-516>520-524-525-535>538-070215-
/O.EXP.KABQ.WI.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-170307T0100Z/
West Central Mountains-West Central Highlands-Southwest Mountains-
San Juan Mountains-Jemez Mountains-
West Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
Southern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet-
Upper Rio Grande Valley-Lower Chama River Valley-
Santa Fe Metro Area-
Middle Rio Grande Valley/Albuquerque Metro Area-
Lower Rio Grande Valley-South Central Highlands-
Upper Tularosa Valley-Curry County-Roosevelt County-
De Baca County-Chaves County Plains-
611 PM MST Mon Mar 6 2017

...WIND ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...

Winds have subsided below wind advisory criteria.

$$

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The office that day

Everything else NWS Albuquerque, NM issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Mar 5, 11:38 AM MSTHigh Wind WatchABQ3 hr
Mar 5, 11:38 AM MSTWind AdvisoryABQ15 hr
Mar 5, 3:15 PM MSTRed Flag WarningABQBernalillo, Harding, Sandoval, San Miguel, Socorro, Union and 1 more28 hr

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Sources

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