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High Wind Warning 7, NWS El Paso, TX

April 3, 2017Otero County, New Mexico

NWS El Paso, TX issued this high wind warning at Apr 3, 2017, 2:04 PM MDT for Otero County, New Mexico. It took effect at Apr 4, 2017, 3:00 AM MDT. It was in force for 16 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
Apr 3, 2017, 2:04 PM MDT (20:04 UTC)
In effect from
Apr 4, 2017, 3:00 AM MDT
Expired
Apr 4, 2017, 7:00 PM MDT
In force
16 hr
Issued by
NWS El Paso, TX

County Otero County, NM

The radar

The Holloman AFB radar (KHDX), 63 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 20:02 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.

The nearest sounding before it

Santa Teresa, NM (KEPZ), launched 12:00Z, 8.1 hours before the alert went out and 122 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Santa Teresa, NM at 12:00Z on 2017-04-03Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Santa Teresa, NM at 12:00Z on 2017-04-03The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 103 square meters per square second.19395878Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
2230 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
36 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
103 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
128 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

319 
WWUS74 KEPZ 032004
NPWEPZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service El Paso TX/Santa Teresa NM
204 PM MDT Mon Apr 3 2017

...Strong to very strong winds and areas of blowing dust return 
to the Borderland tonight and Tuesday...

.Another dry Pacific low-pressure storm system will track across 
the Borderland tonight and Tuesday. This system will pass just to
the north keeping most of the region dry. However strong winds
aloft, tight low-level pressure gradients, and a passing cold 
front will all work to increase winds, resulting in strong and 
gusty winds across the region. Winds will begin to increase late
this evening and especially overnight over the higher terrain,
through passes, and over east slope areas. Winds across the
lowlands will strengthen quickly in the early morning hours.
Blowing dust is expected in the vicinity of dust prone areas by
mid-morning. Winds are expected to diminish, and dust settle, 
quickly near and after sunset as the system exits to the east.

NMZ414>416-040600-
/O.UPG.KEPZ.HW.A.0003.170404T1200Z-170405T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KEPZ.HW.W.0007.170404T0900Z-170405T0100Z/
West Slopes Sacramento Mountains Below 7500 Feet-
Sacramento Mountains Above 7500 Feet-
East Slopes Sacramento Mountains Below 7500 Feet-
Including the cities of Mescalero, Timberon, Mountain Park, 
Cloudcroft, Sunspot, Apache Summit, Mayhill, Pinon, 
and Sacramento
204 PM MDT Mon Apr 3 2017

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 7 PM MDT TUESDAY...

The National Weather Service in El Paso has issued a High Wind
Warning, which is in effect from 3 AM to 7 PM MDT Tuesday. 

* TIMING...Strong winds aloft will begin to surface over the
  higher terrain late tonight, especially over ridges and over
  east slopes. More persistent strong winds and higher gusts are
  expected after midnight. The strongest winds should occur
between sunrise and late afternoon before diminishing in the 
evening hours. 

* WINDS...West winds of 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 50 overnight.
  Increasing to 35 to 45 mph with gusts as high as 60 through the
  morning hours.

* IMPACTS...Threat of wildfire will be elevated. The strong winds
  will make driving hazardous, especially for high profile
  vehicles. Some trees and powerlines may come down leading to
  property damage and power outages.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected
or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or gusts
of 58 mph or more can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

NMZ413-TXZ419-040600-
/O.NEW.KEPZ.WI.Y.0015.170404T0600Z-170405T0000Z/
Southern Tularosa Basin-Eastern/Central El Paso County-
Including the cities of Chaparral, Orogrande, 
White Sands Range Headquarters, East and Northeast El Paso, 
Socorro, and Fort Bliss
204 PM MDT Mon Apr 3 2017

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 6 PM MDT
TUESDAY...

The National Weather Service in El Paso has issued a Wind
Advisory, which is in effect from midnight tonight to 6 PM MDT
Tuesday. 

* TIMING...Strong winds aloft will begin to surface east of area
  mountains due to mountain wave activity overnight around
  midnight. Initially the stronger winds will be sporadic, but
  become stronger and more frequent towards morning. The strongest
  winds are expected between sunrise and early afternoon. Winds
  will diminish towards sunset.

* WINDS...West winds of 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 55 mph are
  expected. Some isolated locations may see sporadic higher 
gusts.

* DUST...Dusty skies will develop after late morning with
  widespread areas of visibility reductions to 3 miles. Any areas
  near dust sources will see blowing dust lower visibilities to
  near 1 miles. A few locations may see visibility below .25
  miles. 

* IMPACTS...The strong winds and areas of blowing dust will create
  hazardous driving conditions especially on north/south running
  roads. The strong winds could also lead to some power line and
  tree damage and isolated structural damage. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that winds of 30 mph are expected. Winds
this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

NMZ402>412-417-TXZ420>424-040600-
/O.NEW.KEPZ.WI.Y.0015.170404T1200Z-170405T0000Z/
Southern Gila Highlands/Black Range-
Southern Gila Foothills/Mimbres Valley-
Southwest Desert/Lower Gila River Valley-Lowlands of the Bootheel-
Uplands of the Bootheel-Southwest Desert/Mimbres Basin-
Eastern Black Range Foothills-Sierra County Lakes-
Northern Dona Ana County-Southern Dona Ana County/Mesilla Valley-
Central Tularosa Basin-Otero Mesa-
Northern Hudspeth Highlands/Hueco Mountains-Salt Basin-
Southern Hudspeth Highlands-
Rio Grande Valley of Eastern El Paso/Western Hudspeth Counties-
Rio Grande Valley of Eastern Hudspeth County-
Including the cities of Silver City, Lake Roberts, Kingston, 
Fort Bayard, Mimbres, Hurley, Faywood, Grant County Airport, 
Lordsburg, Red Rock, Virden, Antelope Wells, Animas, Hachita, 
Cloverdale, Deming, Columbus, Hillsboro, Winston, 
Truth Or Consequences, Derry, Spaceport, Garfield, Hatch, 
Radium Springs, Las Cruces, Vado, Sunland Park, Alamogordo, 
Tularosa, White Sands Monument, Crow Flats, Hueco Tanks, 
Loma Linda, Cornudas, Dell City, Salt Flat, Sierra Blanca, 
Fabens, Fort Hancock, Tornillo, and Indian Hot Springs
204 PM MDT Mon Apr 3 2017

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 6 PM MDT TUESDAY...

The National Weather Service in El Paso has issued a Wind
Advisory, which is in effect from 6 AM to 6 PM MDT Tuesday. 

* TIMING...Intermittent strong wind gust are expected overnight.
  However persistent strong winds will begin in the early morning
  hours and continue through mid-afternoon before diminishing near
  sunset. 

* WINDS...West winds of 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 55 mph are
  expected. Some isolated locations may see sporadic higher 
gusts.

* DUST...Areas near dust sources will see blowing dust by mid to
  late morning causing reduced visibilities to 1 to 3 miles. Local
  visibilities below .25 miles is likely along I-10 west of Deming.

* IMPACTS...The strong winds and areas of blowing dust will create
  hazardous driving conditions especially on north/south running
  roads. The strong winds could also lead to some power line and
  tree damage and isolated structural damage. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that winds of 30 mph are expected. Winds
this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

Bird
4 follow-up statements
186 
WWUS74 KEPZ 032055
NPWEPZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service El Paso TX/Santa Teresa NM
255 PM MDT Mon Apr 3 2017

...Strong to very strong winds and areas of blowing dust return
to the Borderland tonight and Tuesday...

.Another dry Pacific low-pressure storm system will track across
the Borderland tonight and Tuesday. This system will pass just to
the north keeping most of the region dry. However strong winds
aloft, tight low-level pressure gradients, and a passing cold
front will all work to increase winds, resulting in strong and
gusty winds across the region. Winds will begin to increase late
this evening and especially overnight over the higher terrain,
through passes, and over east slope areas. Winds across the
lowlands will strengthen quickly in the early morning hours.
Blowing dust is expected in the vicinity of dust prone areas by
mid-morning. Winds are expected to diminish, and dust settle,
quickly near and after sunset as the system exits to the east.

NMZ414>416-040600-
/O.CON.KEPZ.HW.W.0007.170404T0900Z-170405T0100Z/
West Slopes Sacramento Mountains Below 7500 Feet-
Sacramento Mountains Above 7500 Feet-
East Slopes Sacramento Mountains Below 7500 Feet-
Including the cities of Mescalero, Timberon, Mountain Park, 
Cloudcroft, Sunspot, Apache Summit, Mayhill, Pinon, 
and Sacramento
255 PM MDT Mon Apr 3 2017

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 7 PM MDT
TUESDAY...

* TIMING...Strong winds aloft will begin to surface over the 
  higher terrain late tonight, especially over ridges and over 
  east slopes. More persistent strong winds and higher gusts are 
  expected after midnight. The strongest winds should occur 
  between sunrise and late afternoon before diminishing in the 
  evening hours. 

* WINDS...West winds of 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 50 overnight. 
  Increasing to 35 to 45 mph with gusts as high as 60 through 
  the morning hours. 

* IMPACTS...Threat of wildfire will be elevated. The strong 
  winds will make driving hazardous, especially for high profile 
  vehicles. Some trees and powerlines may come down leading to 
  property damage and power outages. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected
or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or gusts
of 58 mph or more can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

TXZ418-040600-
/O.EXA.KEPZ.WI.Y.0015.170404T1200Z-170405T0000Z/
Western El Paso County-
Including the cities of Downtown El Paso, West El Paso, 
and Upper Valley
255 PM MDT Mon Apr 3 2017

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 6 PM MDT TUESDAY...

The National Weather Service in El Paso has issued a Wind
Advisory, which is in effect from 6 AM to 6 PM MDT Tuesday. 

* TIMING...Intermittent strong wind gust are expected overnight. 
  However persistent strong winds will begin in the early 
  morning hours and continue through mid-afternoon before 
  diminishing near sunset. 

* WINDS...West winds of 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 55 mph are 
  expected. Some isolated locations may see sporadic higher 
  gusts. 

* DUST...Areas near dust sources will see blowing dust by mid to 
  late morning causing reduced visibilities to 1 to 3 miles. 
  Local visibilities below .25 miles is likely along I-10 west 
  of Deming. 

* IMPACTS...The strong winds and areas of blowing dust will 
  create hazardous driving conditions especially on north/south 
  running roads. The strong winds could also lead to some power 
  line and tree damage and isolated structural damage. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that winds of 30 mph are expected. Winds
this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

NMZ413-TXZ419-040600-
/O.CON.KEPZ.WI.Y.0015.170404T0600Z-170405T0000Z/
Southern Tularosa Basin-Eastern/Central El Paso County-
Including the cities of Chaparral, Orogrande, 
White Sands Range Headquarters, East and Northeast El Paso, 
Socorro, and Fort Bliss
255 PM MDT Mon Apr 3 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 6 PM
MDT TUESDAY...

* TIMING...Strong winds aloft will begin to surface east of area 
  mountains due to mountain wave activity overnight around 
  midnight. Initially the stronger winds will be sporadic, but 
  become stronger and more frequent towards morning. The 
  strongest winds are expected between sunrise and early 
  afternoon. Winds will diminish towards sunset. 

* WINDS...West winds of 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 55 mph are 
  expected. Some isolated locations may see sporadic higher 
  gusts. 

* DUST...Dusty skies will develop after late morning with 
  widespread areas of visibility reductions to 3 miles. Any 
  areas near dust sources will see blowing dust lower 
  visibilities to near 1 miles. A few locations may see 
  visibility below .25 miles. 

* IMPACTS...The strong winds and areas of blowing dust will 
  create hazardous driving conditions especially on north/south 
  running roads. The strong winds could also lead to some power 
  line and tree damage and isolated structural damage. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that winds of 30 mph are expected. Winds
this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

NMZ402>412-417-TXZ420>424-040600-
/O.CON.KEPZ.WI.Y.0015.170404T1200Z-170405T0000Z/
Southern Gila Highlands/Black Range-
Southern Gila Foothills/Mimbres Valley-
Southwest Desert/Lower Gila River Valley-Lowlands of the Bootheel-
Uplands of the Bootheel-Southwest Desert/Mimbres Basin-
Eastern Black Range Foothills-Sierra County Lakes-
Northern Dona Ana County-Southern Dona Ana County/Mesilla Valley-
Central Tularosa Basin-Otero Mesa-
Northern Hudspeth Highlands/Hueco Mountains-Salt Basin-
Southern Hudspeth Highlands-
Rio Grande Valley of Eastern El Paso/Western Hudspeth Counties-
Rio Grande Valley of Eastern Hudspeth County-
Including the cities of Silver City, Lake Roberts, Kingston, 
Fort Bayard, Mimbres, Hurley, Faywood, Grant County Airport, 
Lordsburg, Red Rock, Virden, Antelope Wells, Animas, Hachita, 
Cloverdale, Deming, Columbus, Hillsboro, Winston, 
Truth Or Consequences, Derry, Spaceport, Garfield, Hatch, 
Radium Springs, Las Cruces, Vado, Sunland Park, Alamogordo, 
Tularosa, White Sands Monument, Crow Flats, Hueco Tanks, 
Loma Linda, Cornudas, Dell City, Salt Flat, Sierra Blanca, 
Fabens, Fort Hancock, Tornillo, and Indian Hot Springs
255 PM MDT Mon Apr 3 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 6 PM MDT
TUESDAY...

* TIMING...Intermittent strong wind gust are expected overnight. 
  However persistent strong winds will begin in the early 
  morning hours and continue through mid-afternoon before 
  diminishing near sunset. 

* WINDS...West winds of 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 55 mph are 
  expected. Some isolated locations may see sporadic higher 
  gusts. 

* DUST...Areas near dust sources will see blowing dust by mid to 
  late morning causing reduced visibilities to 1 to 3 miles. 
  Local visibilities below .25 miles is likely along I-10 west 
  of Deming. 

* IMPACTS...The strong winds and areas of blowing dust will 
  create hazardous driving conditions especially on north/south 
  running roads. The strong winds could also lead to some power 
  line and tree damage and isolated structural damage. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that winds of 30 mph are expected. Winds
this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

Bird
108 
WWUS74 KEPZ 040554
NPWEPZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service El Paso TX/Santa Teresa NM
1154 PM MDT Mon Apr 3 2017

...Strong to very strong winds and areas of blowing dust return
to the Borderland tonight and Tuesday...

.Another dry Pacific low-pressure storm system will track across
the Borderland tonight and Tuesday. This system will pass just to
the north keeping most of the region dry. However strong winds
aloft, tight low-level pressure gradients, and a passing cold
front will all work to increase winds, resulting in strong and
gusty winds across the region. Winds will begin to increase late
this evening and especially overnight over the higher terrain,
through passes, and over east slope areas. Winds across the
lowlands will strengthen quickly in the early morning hours.
Blowing dust is expected in the vicinity of dust prone areas by
mid-morning. Winds are expected to diminish, and dust settle,
quickly near and after sunset as the system exits to the east.

NMZ414>416-041300-
/O.CON.KEPZ.HW.W.0007.170404T0900Z-170405T0100Z/
West Slopes Sacramento Mountains Below 7500 Feet-
Sacramento Mountains Above 7500 Feet-
East Slopes Sacramento Mountains Below 7500 Feet-
Including the cities of Mescalero, Timberon, Mountain Park, 
Cloudcroft, Sunspot, Apache Summit, Mayhill, Pinon, 
and Sacramento
1154 PM MDT Mon Apr 3 2017

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 7 PM MDT
TUESDAY...

* TIMING...Strong winds aloft will begin to surface over the 
  higher terrain late tonight, especially over ridges and over 
  east slopes. More persistent strong winds and higher gusts are 
  expected after midnight. The strongest winds should occur 
  between sunrise and late afternoon before diminishing in the 
  evening hours. 

* WINDS...West winds of 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 50 overnight. 
  Increasing to 35 to 45 mph with gusts as high as 60 through 
  the morning hours. 

* IMPACTS...Threat of wildfire will be elevated. The strong 
  winds will make driving hazardous, especially for high profile 
  vehicles. Some trees and powerlines may come down leading to 
  property damage and power outages. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected
or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or gusts
of 58 mph or more can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

NMZ413-TXZ419-041300-
/O.CON.KEPZ.WI.Y.0015.170404T0600Z-170405T0000Z/
Southern Tularosa Basin-Eastern/Central El Paso County-
Including the cities of Chaparral, Orogrande, 
White Sands Range Headquarters, East and Northeast El Paso, 
Socorro, and Fort Bliss
1154 PM MDT Mon Apr 3 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MDT TUESDAY...

* TIMING...Strong winds aloft will begin to surface east of area 
  mountains due to mountain wave activity overnight around 
  midnight. Initially the stronger winds will be sporadic, but 
  become stronger and more frequent towards morning. The 
  strongest winds are expected between sunrise and early 
  afternoon. Winds will diminish towards sunset. 

* WINDS...West winds of 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 55 mph are 
  expected. Some isolated locations may see sporadic higher 
  gusts. 

* DUST...Dusty skies will develop after late morning with 
  widespread areas of visibility reductions to 3 miles. Any 
  areas near dust sources will see blowing dust lower 
  visibilities to near 1 miles. A few locations may see 
  visibility below .25 miles. 

* IMPACTS...The strong winds and areas of blowing dust will 
  create hazardous driving conditions especially on north/south 
  running roads. The strong winds could also lead to some power 
  line and tree damage and isolated structural damage. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that winds of 30 mph are expected. Winds
this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

NMZ402>412-417-TXZ418-420>424-041300-
/O.CON.KEPZ.WI.Y.0015.170404T1200Z-170405T0000Z/
Southern Gila Highlands/Black Range-
Southern Gila Foothills/Mimbres Valley-
Southwest Desert/Lower Gila River Valley-Lowlands of the Bootheel-
Uplands of the Bootheel-Southwest Desert/Mimbres Basin-
Eastern Black Range Foothills-Sierra County Lakes-
Northern Dona Ana County-Southern Dona Ana County/Mesilla Valley-
Central Tularosa Basin-Otero Mesa-Western El Paso County-
Northern Hudspeth Highlands/Hueco Mountains-Salt Basin-
Southern Hudspeth Highlands-
Rio Grande Valley of Eastern El Paso/Western Hudspeth Counties-
Rio Grande Valley of Eastern Hudspeth County-
Including the cities of Silver City, Lake Roberts, Kingston, 
Fort Bayard, Mimbres, Hurley, Faywood, Grant County Airport, 
Lordsburg, Red Rock, Virden, Antelope Wells, Animas, Hachita, 
Cloverdale, Deming, Columbus, Hillsboro, Winston, 
Truth Or Consequences, Derry, Spaceport, Garfield, Hatch, 
Radium Springs, Las Cruces, Vado, Sunland Park, Alamogordo, 
Tularosa, White Sands Monument, Crow Flats, Downtown El Paso, 
West El Paso, Upper Valley, Hueco Tanks, Loma Linda, Cornudas, 
Dell City, Salt Flat, Sierra Blanca, Fabens, Fort Hancock, 
Tornillo, and Indian Hot Springs
1154 PM MDT Mon Apr 3 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 6 PM MDT
TUESDAY...

* TIMING...Intermittent strong wind gust are expected overnight. 
  However persistent strong winds will begin in the early 
  morning hours and continue through mid-afternoon before 
  diminishing near sunset. 

* WINDS...West winds of 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 55 mph are 
  expected. Some isolated locations may see sporadic higher 
  gusts. 

* DUST...Areas near dust sources will see blowing dust by mid to 
  late morning causing reduced visibilities to 1 to 3 miles. 
  Local visibilities below .25 miles is likely along I-10 west 
  of Deming. 

* IMPACTS...The strong winds and areas of blowing dust will 
  create hazardous driving conditions especially on north/south 
  running roads. The strong winds could also lead to some power 
  line and tree damage and isolated structural damage. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that winds of 30 mph are expected. Winds
this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$
125 
WWUS74 KEPZ 041245
NPWEPZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service El Paso TX/Santa Teresa NM
645 AM MDT Tue Apr 4 2017

...Strong to very strong winds and areas of blowing dust return
to the Borderland this morning...

.Another mostly dry Pacific low-pressure storm system will track 
across the Borderland tonight and Tuesday. This system is passing
pass just to the north keeping most of the region dry. However 
strong winds aloft, tight low-level pressure gradients, and a 
passing cold front will all work to increase winds, resulting in 
strong and gusty winds across the region. Winds will increase 
throughout the morning and reach the strongest speeds around noon.
Winds will be strongest over the higher terrain, through passes, 
and over east slope areas. Blowing dust is expected in the 
vicinity of dust prone areas by mid-morning. Winds are expected to
diminish, and dust settle, quickly near and after sunset as the 
system exits to the east.

NMZ414>416-042200-
/O.CON.KEPZ.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-170405T0100Z/
West Slopes Sacramento Mountains Below 7500 Feet-
Sacramento Mountains Above 7500 Feet-
East Slopes Sacramento Mountains Below 7500 Feet-
Including the cities of Mescalero, Timberon, Mountain Park, 
Cloudcroft, Sunspot, Apache Summit, Mayhill, Pinon, 
and Sacramento
645 AM MDT Tue Apr 4 2017

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...

* TIMING...Winds will increase through this morning, reaching
  maximum strength by noon. Winds will diminish late in the 
  afternoon.

* WINDS...West winds of 25 to 40 mph with gusts near 60 mph. 

* IMPACTS...Threat of wildfire will be elevated. The strong 
  winds will make driving hazardous, especially for high profile 
  vehicles. Some trees and power lines may come down leading to 
  property damage and power outages. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected
or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or gusts
of 58 mph or more can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

NMZ413-TXZ419-042200-
/O.CON.KEPZ.WI.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-170405T0000Z/
Southern Tularosa Basin-Eastern/Central El Paso County-
Including the cities of Chaparral, Orogrande, 
White Sands Range Headquarters, East and Northeast El Paso, 
Socorro, and Fort Bliss
645 AM MDT Tue Apr 4 2017

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

* TIMING...Winds will increase through this morning, reaching
  maximum strength by noon. Winds will diminish late in the
  afternoon.

* WINDS...West winds of 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 55 mph are 
  expected. Some isolated locations may see sporadic higher 
  gusts. 

* DUST...Dust is not expected to be widespread, but local areas
  could see reduced visibilities of 1 to 3 miles. 

* IMPACTS...The strong winds and areas of blowing dust will 
  create hazardous driving conditions especially on north/south 
  running roads. The strong winds could also lead to some power 
  line and tree damage and isolated structural damage. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that winds of 30 mph are expected. Winds
this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

NMZ402>412-417-TXZ418-420>424-042200-
/O.CON.KEPZ.WI.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-170405T0000Z/
Southern Gila Highlands/Black Range-
Southern Gila Foothills/Mimbres Valley-
Southwest Desert/Lower Gila River Valley-Lowlands of the Bootheel-
Uplands of the Bootheel-Southwest Desert/Mimbres Basin-
Eastern Black Range Foothills-Sierra County Lakes-
Northern Dona Ana County-Southern Dona Ana County/Mesilla Valley-
Central Tularosa Basin-Otero Mesa-Western El Paso County-
Northern Hudspeth Highlands/Hueco Mountains-Salt Basin-
Southern Hudspeth Highlands-
Rio Grande Valley of Eastern El Paso/Western Hudspeth Counties-
Rio Grande Valley of Eastern Hudspeth County-
Including the cities of Silver City, Lake Roberts, Kingston, 
Fort Bayard, Mimbres, Hurley, Faywood, Grant County Airport, 
Lordsburg, Red Rock, Virden, Antelope Wells, Animas, Hachita, 
Cloverdale, Deming, Columbus, Hillsboro, Winston, 
Truth Or Consequences, Derry, Spaceport, Garfield, Hatch, 
Radium Springs, Las Cruces, Vado, Sunland Park, Alamogordo, 
Tularosa, White Sands Monument, Crow Flats, Downtown El Paso, 
West El Paso, Upper Valley, Hueco Tanks, Loma Linda, Cornudas, 
Dell City, Salt Flat, Sierra Blanca, Fabens, Fort Hancock, 
Tornillo, and Indian Hot Springs
645 AM MDT Tue Apr 4 2017

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

* TIMING...Winds will increase through this morning, reaching
  maximum strength by noon. Winds will diminish late in the
  afternoon.

* WINDS...West winds of 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 50 mph are
  expected. 

* DUST...Areas near dust sources will see blowing dust by mid to
  late morning causing reduced visibilities to 1 to 3 miles. Local
  visibilities below one-quarter mile is possible along I-10 west
  of Deming. 

* IMPACTS...The strong winds and areas of blowing dust will 
  create hazardous driving conditions especially on north/south 
  running roads. The strong winds could also lead to some power 
  line and tree damage and isolated structural damage. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that winds of 30 mph are expected. Winds
this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

Hefner
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WWUS74 KEPZ 042136
NPWEPZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service El Paso TX/Santa Teresa NM
336 PM MDT Tue Apr 4 2017

...Strong winds and areas of blowing dust continue through the 
afternoon across the Borderland...

.A sharp Pacific low-pressure system continues to pass over the 
Borderland this afternoon. This system will exit this evening. 
However through the afternoon and into the early evening strong  
and gusty winds will continue across southern New Mexico and Far
West Texas. Local blowing dust continues to cause reduced
visibility in the vicinity of dust prone areas. Winds are 
expected to diminish, and dust settle, quickly near and after 
sunset as the system exits to the east.

NMZ414>416-050100-
/O.CON.KEPZ.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-170405T0100Z/
West Slopes Sacramento Mountains Below 7500 Feet-
Sacramento Mountains Above 7500 Feet-
East Slopes Sacramento Mountains Below 7500 Feet-
Including the cities of Mescalero, Timberon, Mountain Park, 
Cloudcroft, Sunspot, Apache Summit, Mayhill, Pinon, 
and Sacramento
336 PM MDT Tue Apr 4 2017

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...

* TIMING...Wind speeds should continue strong until sunset. Winds
  will begin to slacken late in the afternoon and diminish soon
  after sunset.

* WINDS...West winds of 25 to 40 mph with gusts near 50 mph.

* IMPACTS...Threat of wildfire will be elevated. The strong 
  winds will make driving hazardous, especially for high profile 
  vehicles. Some trees and power lines may come down leading to 
  property damage and power outages. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected
or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or gusts
of 58 mph or more can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

NMZ413-TXZ419-050000-
/O.CON.KEPZ.WI.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-170405T0000Z/
Southern Tularosa Basin-Eastern/Central El Paso County-
Including the cities of Chaparral, Orogrande, 
White Sands Range Headquarters, East and Northeast El Paso, 
Socorro, and Fort Bliss
336 PM MDT Tue Apr 4 2017

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

* TIMING...Wind speeds should continue strong until sunset. Winds
  will begin to slacken late in the afternoon and diminish soon
  after sunset.

* WINDS...West winds of 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 55 mph are 
  expected. Some isolated locations may see sporadic higher 
  gusts. 

* DUST...Dust is not expected to be widespread, but local areas 
  could see reduced visibilities of 1 to 3 miles. 

* IMPACTS...The strong winds and areas of blowing dust will 
  create hazardous driving conditions especially on north/south 
  running roads. The strong winds could also lead to some power 
  line and tree damage and isolated structural damage. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that winds of 30 mph are expected. Winds
this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

NMZ402>412-417-TXZ418-420>424-050000-
/O.CON.KEPZ.WI.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-170405T0000Z/
Southern Gila Highlands/Black Range-
Southern Gila Foothills/Mimbres Valley-
Southwest Desert/Lower Gila River Valley-Lowlands of the Bootheel-
Uplands of the Bootheel-Southwest Desert/Mimbres Basin-
Eastern Black Range Foothills-Sierra County Lakes-
Northern Dona Ana County-Southern Dona Ana County/Mesilla Valley-
Central Tularosa Basin-Otero Mesa-Western El Paso County-
Northern Hudspeth Highlands/Hueco Mountains-Salt Basin-
Southern Hudspeth Highlands-
Rio Grande Valley of Eastern El Paso/Western Hudspeth Counties-
Rio Grande Valley of Eastern Hudspeth County-
Including the cities of Silver City, Lake Roberts, Kingston, 
Fort Bayard, Mimbres, Hurley, Faywood, Grant County Airport, 
Lordsburg, Red Rock, Virden, Antelope Wells, Animas, Hachita, 
Cloverdale, Deming, Columbus, Hillsboro, Winston, 
Truth Or Consequences, Derry, Spaceport, Garfield, Hatch, 
Radium Springs, Las Cruces, Vado, Sunland Park, Alamogordo, 
Tularosa, White Sands Monument, Crow Flats, Downtown El Paso, 
West El Paso, Upper Valley, Hueco Tanks, Loma Linda, Cornudas, 
Dell City, Salt Flat, Sierra Blanca, Fabens, Fort Hancock, 
Tornillo, and Indian Hot Springs
336 PM MDT Tue Apr 4 2017

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

* TIMING...Wind speeds should continue strong until sunset. Winds
  will begin to slacken late in the afternoon and diminish soon
  after sunset.


* WINDS...West winds of 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 50 mph are 
  expected. 

* DUST...Areas near dust sources will see blowing dust by mid to 
  late morning causing reduced visibilities to 1 to 3 miles. 
  Local visibilities below one-quarter mile is possible along 
  I-10 west of Deming. 

* IMPACTS...The strong winds and areas of blowing dust will 
  create hazardous driving conditions especially on north/south 
  running roads. The strong winds could also lead to some power 
  line and tree damage and isolated structural damage. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that winds of 30 mph are expected. Winds
this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

Bird

The office that day

Everything else NWS El Paso, TX issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Apr 3, 5:51 AM MDTHigh Wind WatchEPZOtero8 hr
Apr 3, 6:59 AM MDTFire Weather WatchEPZDoña Ana, Grant, Hidalgo, Lincoln, Luna, Otero and 1 more7 hr
Apr 3, 2:03 PM MDTRed Flag WarningEPZDoña Ana, Grant, Hidalgo, Lincoln, Luna, Otero and 1 more30 hr
Apr 3, 2:04 PM MDTWind AdvisoryEPZDoña Ana, Grant, Hidalgo, Luna, Otero, Sierra28 hr

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High Wind Warnings in New Mexico, 2017Every high wind warning in 2017

Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.