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Wind Advisory 19, NWS Albuquerque, NM

March 12, 2021Colfax County, Mora County, San Miguel County, New Mexico

NWS Albuquerque, NM issued this wind advisory at Mar 12, 2021, 2:19 AM MST for Colfax County, Mora County, San Miguel County, New Mexico. It took effect at Mar 12, 2021, 11:00 AM MST. It was in force for 7 hr.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Mar 12, 2021, 2:19 AM MST (09:19 UTC)
In effect from
Mar 12, 2021, 11:00 AM MST
Expired
Mar 12, 2021, 6:00 PM MST
In force
7 hr
Issued by
NWS Albuquerque, NM

Counties Colfax County, NM, Mora County, NM, San Miguel County, NM

The radar

The Cannon AFB radar (KFDX), 189 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 09:20 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

Albuquerq/Krtlnd, NM (KABQ), launched 00:00Z, 9.3 hours before the alert went out and 196 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, Albuquerq/Krtlnd, NM at 00:00Z on 2021-03-12Temperature 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 km-30°-20°-10°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Albuquerq/Krtlnd, NM at 00:00Z on 2021-03-12The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 231 square meters per square second.1939587897117136Sfc1 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
4925 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
90 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
231 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
239 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

415 
WWUS75 KABQ 120919
NPWABQ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
219 AM MST Fri Mar 12 2021

NMZ228-229-121900-
/O.NEW.KABQ.WI.Y.0019.210312T1800Z-210313T0100Z/
Far Northeast Highlands-Northeast Highlands-
219 AM MST Fri Mar 12 2021

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM MST
THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...South to south-southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts 
  up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...Far Northeast Highlands and Northeast Highlands.

* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 6 PM MST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects.
  Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult for high profile
  vehicles on east to west roadways.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

34
3 follow-up statements
203 
WWUS75 KABQ 121831
NPWABQ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
1131 AM MST Fri Mar 12 2021

NMZ228-229-130100-
/O.CON.KABQ.WI.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-210313T0100Z/
Far Northeast Highlands-Northeast Highlands-
1131 AM MST Fri Mar 12 2021

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

* WHAT...South to south-southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts 
  up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...Far Northeast Highlands and Northeast Highlands.

* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 6 PM MST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult for high profile 
  vehicles on east to west roadways.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$
006 
WWUS75 KABQ 122227
NPWABQ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
327 PM MST Fri Mar 12 2021

NMZ226-239-240-130100-
/O.NEW.KABQ.WI.Y.0020.210313T1600Z-210314T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KABQ.HW.A.0004.210314T0600Z-210315T0600Z/
South Central Mountains-Eastern Lincoln County-
Southwest Chaves County-
327 PM MST Fri Mar 12 2021

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 11 PM MST SATURDAY...
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY EVENING THROUGH SUNDAY
EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with
  gusts up to 50 mph expected. For the High Wind Watch, west winds
  35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible.

* WHERE...South Central Mountains, Eastern Lincoln County and 
  Southwest Chaves County.

* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 9 AM to 11 PM MST Saturday.
  For the High Wind Watch, from late Saturday evening through 
  Sunday evening.

* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and
  cause power outages. Travel could be difficult especially for
  high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

NMZ234>236-238-130100-
/O.NEW.KABQ.WI.Y.0020.210313T1600Z-210314T0600Z/
Quay County-Curry County-Roosevelt County-Chaves County Plains-
327 PM MST Fri Mar 12 2021

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 11 PM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Quay County, Curry County, Roosevelt County and Chaves 
  County Plains.

* WHEN...From 9 AM to 11 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. A few
  power outages are possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

NMZ228-229-130100-
/O.CON.KABQ.WI.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-210313T0100Z/
Far Northeast Highlands-Northeast Highlands-
327 PM MST Fri Mar 12 2021

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

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* WHERE...Northeast Highlands and Far Northeast Highlands.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM MST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

NMZ206>208-221>224-233-241-130100-
/O.NEW.KABQ.HW.A.0004.210314T0600Z-210315T0600Z/
West Central Mountains-West Central Highlands-Southwest Mountains-
Sandia/Manzano Mountains Including Edgewood-Estancia Valley-
Central Highlands-South Central Highlands-Guadalupe County-
San Agustin Plains and Adjacent Lowlands-
327 PM MST Fri Mar 12 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY EVENING THROUGH SUNDAY
EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...West Central Mountains, West Central Highlands, 
  Southwest Mountains, Sandia and Manzano Mountains including 
  Edgewood, Estancia Valley, Central Highlands, South Central 
  Highlands, Guadalupe County and San Agustin Plains and 
  Adjacent Lowlands.

* WHEN...From Saturday evening through Sunday evening.

* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property 
  and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult especially 
  for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

31
519 
WWUS75 KABQ 130049
NPWABQ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
549 PM MST Fri Mar 12 2021

NMZ228-229-130200-
/O.EXP.KABQ.WI.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-210313T0100Z/
Far Northeast Highlands-Northeast Highlands-
549 PM MST Fri Mar 12 2021

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 6 PM MST THIS EVENING...

Wind speeds have fallen below advisory levels, therefore the Wind
Advisory for the Northeast Highlands, including Las Vegas and
Raton, will be allowed to expire at 6 PM MST.  

$$

NMZ226-239-240-131100-
/O.CON.KABQ.WI.Y.0020.210313T1600Z-210314T0600Z/
/O.CON.KABQ.HW.A.0004.210314T0600Z-210315T0600Z/
South Central Mountains-Eastern Lincoln County-
Southwest Chaves County-
549 PM MST Fri Mar 12 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 11 PM MST
SATURDAY...
...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY EVENING
THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 25 to 35 mph 
  with gusts up to 50 mph expected. For the High Wind Watch, 
  west winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible.

* WHERE...Southwest Chaves County, South Central Mountains and 
  Eastern Lincoln County.

* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 9 AM to 11 PM MST Saturday. 
  For the High Wind Watch, from Saturday evening through Sunday 
  evening.

* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property 
  and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult especially 
  for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

NMZ234>236-238-131100-
/O.CON.KABQ.WI.Y.0020.210313T1600Z-210314T0600Z/
Quay County-Curry County-Roosevelt County-Chaves County Plains-
549 PM MST Fri Mar 12 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 11 PM MST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Chaves County Plains, Quay County, Curry County and 
  Roosevelt County.

* WHEN...From 9 AM to 11 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. A 
  few power outages are possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

NMZ206>208-221>224-233-241-131100-
/O.CON.KABQ.HW.A.0004.210314T0600Z-210315T0600Z/
West Central Mountains-West Central Highlands-Southwest Mountains-
Sandia/Manzano Mountains Including Edgewood-Estancia Valley-
Central Highlands-South Central Highlands-Guadalupe County-
San Agustin Plains and Adjacent Lowlands-
549 PM MST Fri Mar 12 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY EVENING
THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...Southwest Mountains, Estancia Valley, San Agustin 
  Plains and Adjacent Lowlands, Central Highlands, West Central 
  Highlands, West Central Mountains, South Central Highlands, 
  Sandia and Manzano Mountains including Edgewood and Guadalupe 
  County.

* WHEN...From Saturday evening through Sunday evening.

* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property 
  and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult especially 
  for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Mar 12, 2:52 PM MSTSpecial Weather StatementABQQuay23 min
Mar 12, 3:27 PM MSTHigh Wind WatchABQBernalillo, Catron, Chaves, Cibola, Guadalupe, Lincoln and 7 more35 hr
Mar 12, 3:27 PM MSTWind AdvisoryABQBernalillo, Catron, Chaves, Cibola, Colfax, Curry and 15 more51 hr
Mar 12, 3:30 PM MSTWinter Weather AdvisoryABQCatron, Cibola, Colfax, Los Alamos, McKinley, Mora and 8 more56 hr
Mar 12, 4:51 PM MSTSpecial Weather StatementABQQuay24 min

Nearby

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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.