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Wind Advisory 34, NWS Albuquerque, NM

April 26, 202116 counties in New Mexico

NWS Albuquerque, NM issued this wind advisory at Apr 26, 2021, 1:52 AM MDT for 16 counties in New Mexico. It took effect at Apr 26, 2021, 12:00 PM MDT. It was in force for 9 hr.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Apr 26, 2021, 1:52 AM MDT (07:52 UTC)
In effect from
Apr 26, 2021, 12:00 PM MDT
Expired
Apr 26, 2021, 9:00 PM MDT
In force
9 hr
Issued by
NWS Albuquerque, NM

Counties Catron County, NM, Chaves County, NM, Cibola County, NM, Colfax County, NM, De Baca County, NM, Guadalupe County, NM, Lincoln County, NM, McKinley County, NM, Mora County, NM, Quay County, NM, San Juan County, NM, San Miguel County, NM, Santa Fe County, NM, Socorro County, NM, Torrance County, NM, Valencia County, NM

The radar

The Albuquerque radar (KABX), 80 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 07:49 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, 7.9 hours before the alert went out and 58 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 2021-04-26Temperature 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 2021-04-26The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 28 square meters per square second.1939587897117Sfc1 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
4670 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
51 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
28 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
61 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

563 
WWUS75 KABQ 260752
NPWABQ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
152 AM MDT Mon Apr 26 2021

NMZ226-239-240-261815-
/O.NEW.KABQ.WI.Y.0034.210426T1800Z-210427T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KABQ.HW.A.0007.210427T0300Z-210427T1500Z/
South Central Mountains-Eastern Lincoln County-Southwest Chaves
County-
152 AM MDT Mon Apr 26 2021

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 9 PM MDT THIS 
EVENING...
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH TUESDAY 
MORNING...

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

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

* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from Noon today to 9 PM MDT this 
  evening. For the High Wind Watch, from 9 PM MDT this evening 
  through 9 AM MDT Tuesday morning.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs may be blown down. Damaging winds could blow down trees and 
  power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could 
  be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this 
situation.

&&

$$

NMZ202-205-208-223>225-228-229-232>234-237-261815-
/O.NEW.KABQ.WI.Y.0034.210426T1800Z-210427T0300Z/
Chuska Mountains-West Central Plateau-Southwest Mountains-Central
Highlands-South Central Highlands-Upper Tularosa Valley-Far
Northeast Highlands-Northeast Highlands-Eastern San Miguel County-
Guadalupe County-Quay County-De Baca County-
152 AM MDT Mon Apr 26 2021

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 9 PM MDT THIS 
EVENING...

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

* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, northeast, northwest, 
  and west central New Mexico.

* WHEN...From Noon today to 9 PM MDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs may be blown down.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$
3 follow-up statements
876 
WWUS75 KABQ 261758
NPWABQ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
1158 AM MDT Mon Apr 26 2021

NMZ238-270200-
/O.EXA.KABQ.WI.Y.0034.210426T1800Z-210427T0300Z/
Chaves County Plains-
1158 AM MDT Mon Apr 26 2021

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT THIS EVENING...

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

* WHERE...Chaves County Plains.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs may be blown down.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

NMZ226-239-240-270200-
/O.CON.KABQ.WI.Y.0034.210426T1800Z-210427T0300Z/
/O.CON.KABQ.HW.A.0007.210427T0300Z-210427T1500Z/
South Central Mountains-Eastern Lincoln County-Southwest Chaves
County-
1158 AM MDT Mon Apr 26 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT THIS EVENING...
...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM MDT THIS EVENING 
THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING...

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

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

* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 9 PM MDT this evening. For the 
  High Wind Watch, from 9 PM MDT this evening through Tuesday 
  morning.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs may be blown down. Damaging winds could blow down trees and 
  power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could 
  be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this 
situation.

&&

$$

NMZ202-205-208-223>225-228-229-232>234-237-270200-
/O.CON.KABQ.WI.Y.0034.210426T1800Z-210427T0300Z/
Chuska Mountains-West Central Plateau-Southwest Mountains-Central
Highlands-South Central Highlands-Upper Tularosa Valley-Far
Northeast Highlands-Northeast Highlands-Eastern San Miguel County-
Guadalupe County-Quay County-De Baca County-
1158 AM MDT Mon Apr 26 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT THIS EVENING...

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

* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, northeast, northwest, 
  and west central New Mexico.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs may be blown down.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

31
228 
WWUS75 KABQ 262054
NPWABQ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
254 PM MDT Mon Apr 26 2021

NMZ226-239-240-270300-
/O.UPG.KABQ.HW.A.0007.210427T0300Z-210427T1500Z/
/O.NEW.KABQ.HW.W.0010.210427T0300Z-210427T1500Z/
/O.CON.KABQ.WI.Y.0034.000000T0000Z-210427T0300Z/
South Central Mountains-Eastern Lincoln County-Southwest Chaves
County-
254 PM MDT Mon Apr 26 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT THIS EVENING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 9 AM MDT 
TUESDAY...

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

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

* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 9 PM MDT this evening. For the 
  High Wind Warning, from 9 PM this evening to 9 AM MDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs may be blown down. Damaging winds will blow down trees and 
  power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees 
and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home 
during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must 
drive.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

NMZ202-205-208-223>225-228-229-232>234-237-238-270300-
/O.CON.KABQ.WI.Y.0034.000000T0000Z-210427T0300Z/
Chuska Mountains-West Central Plateau-Southwest Mountains-Central
Highlands-South Central Highlands-Upper Tularosa Valley-Far
Northeast Highlands-Northeast Highlands-Eastern San Miguel County-
Guadalupe County-Quay County-De Baca County-Chaves County Plains-
254 PM MDT Mon Apr 26 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT THIS EVENING...

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

* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, northeast, northwest, 
  southeast, and west central New Mexico.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs may be blown down.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

31
414 
WWUS75 KABQ 270326
NPWABQ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
926 PM MDT Mon Apr 26 2021

NMZ226-239-240-271130-
/O.EXP.KABQ.WI.Y.0034.000000T0000Z-210427T0300Z/
/O.CON.KABQ.HW.W.0010.000000T0000Z-210427T1500Z/
South Central Mountains-Eastern Lincoln County-Southwest Chaves
County-
926 PM MDT Mon Apr 26 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM MDT TUESDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...

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

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

* WHEN...Until 9 AM MDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Localized power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees 
and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home 
during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must 
drive.

&&

$$

NMZ202-205-208-223>225-228-229-232>234-237-238-270430-
/O.EXP.KABQ.WI.Y.0034.000000T0000Z-210427T0300Z/
Chuska Mountains-West Central Plateau-Southwest Mountains-Central
Highlands-South Central Highlands-Upper Tularosa Valley-Far
Northeast Highlands-Northeast Highlands-Eastern San Miguel County-
Guadalupe County-Quay County-De Baca County-Chaves County Plains-
926 PM MDT Mon Apr 26 2021

...WIND ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...

Winds will continue to decrease through late evening, therefore the 
Wind Advisory will be allowed to expire.

$$

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The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Apr 26, 1:52 AM MDTHigh Wind WatchABQChaves, Lincoln13 hr
Apr 26, 2:17 AM MDTFire Weather WatchABQHarding, San Miguel, Union13 hr
Apr 26, 2:54 PM MDTHigh Wind WarningABQChaves, Lincoln18 hr
Apr 26, 2:57 PM MDTRed Flag WarningABQHarding, San Miguel, Union29 hr

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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.