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Winter Storm Warning 10, NWS Albuquerque, NM
NWS Albuquerque, NM issued this winter storm warning at Dec 14, 2021, 1:16 PM MST for Rio Arriba County, Taos County, New Mexico. It took effect at Dec 14, 2021, 8:00 PM MST. It was in force for 15 hr. 4 reports came from inside the area while it was in force.
The area
The counties it named, with what was reported inside it.
The facts
- Issued
- Dec 14, 2021, 1:16 PM MST (20:16 UTC)
- In effect from
- Dec 14, 2021, 8:00 PM MST
- Expired
- Dec 15, 2021, 11:00 AM MST
- In force
- 15 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Albuquerque, NM
Counties Rio Arriba County, NM, Taos County, NM
The radar
The Albuquerque radar (KABX), 166 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 20:19 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.
What was reported inside it
| Time | Report | Where | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 15, 6:00 AM MST | SNOW 2 | 8 Ssw San Miguel, NM | SAN ANTONIO SINK SNOTEL. |
| Dec 15, 7:00 AM MST | SNOW 2 | 8 Ssw Red River, NM | TAOS SKI AREA. |
| Dec 15, 8:44 AM MST | SNOW 1.5 | Dulce, NM | |
| Dec 15, 9:05 AM MST | SNOW 1 | Dulce, NM |
Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.
The nearest sounding before it
Albuquerq/Krtlnd, NM (KABQ), launched 12:00Z, 8.3 hours before the alert went out and 171 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.
- Mixed-layer CAPE
- 0 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- No buoyant parcel
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 2258 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 44 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 109 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 94 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
649 WWUS45 KABQ 142016 WSWABQ URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Albuquerque NM 116 PM MST Tue Dec 14 2021 ...HIGH WINDS AND BLOWING SNOW WILL CREATE WHITEOUT CONDITIONS EARLY WEDNESDAY MORNING... .A strong cold front producing moderate to heavy snow will combine with very strong winds to produce whiteout conditions and near zero visibility early Wednesday morning near sunrise. Eight to twelve inches of snow accumulation is forecast for the high terrain above 9,000 feet, creating hazardous travel along U.S. Highway 64. NMZ210-150515- /O.UPG.KABQ.WS.A.0009.211215T0300Z-211215T1800Z/ /O.NEW.KABQ.WS.W.0010.211215T0300Z-211215T1800Z/ Tusas Mountains Including Chama- 116 PM MST Tue Dec 14 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 11 AM MST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 1 and 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 70 mph. * WHERE...Tusas Mountains Including Chama. * WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 11 AM MST Wednesday. The worst winter storm conditions will exist between 4 to 8 am Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Whiteout conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Travel could be very difficult. Tire traction will be reduced. Extend the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you. Very strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com. Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order. && $$ 24
4 follow-up statements
918 WWUS45 KABQ 142122 WSWABQ URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Albuquerque NM 222 PM MST Tue Dec 14 2021 ...HIGH WINDS AND BLOWING SNOW WILL CREATE WHITEOUT CONDITIONS EARLY WEDNESDAY MORNING... .A strong cold front producing moderate to heavy snow will combine with very strong winds to produce whiteout conditions and near zero visibility early Wednesday morning near sunrise. Eight to twelve inches of snow accumulation is forecast for the high terrain above 9,000 feet, creating hazardous travel along U.S. Highway 64. NMZ210-150500- /O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0010.211215T0300Z-211215T1800Z/ Tusas Mountains Including Chama- 222 PM MST Tue Dec 14 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 11 AM MST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches, except up to 12 inches above 9,000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 70 mph. * WHERE...Tusas Mountains Including Chama. * WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 11 AM MST Wednesday. The worst winter storm conditions will exist between 4 to 8 am Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Whiteout conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Travel could be very difficult. Tire traction will be reduced. Extend the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you. Very strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com. Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order. && $$ 24
706 WWUS45 KABQ 150448 WSWABQ URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Albuquerque NM 948 PM MST Tue Dec 14 2021 ...HIGH WINDS AND BLOWING SNOW WILL CREATE WHITEOUT CONDITIONS EARLY WEDNESDAY MORNING... .A strong cold front producing moderate to heavy snow will combine with very strong winds to produce whiteout conditions and near zero visibility early Wednesday morning near sunrise. Eight to twelve inches of snow accumulation is forecast for the high terrain above 9,000 feet, creating hazardous travel along U.S. Highway 64. NMZ210-151200- /O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-211215T1800Z/ Tusas Mountains Including Chama- 948 PM MST Tue Dec 14 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches, except up to 12 inches above 9,000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 70 mph. * WHERE...Tusas Mountains Including Chama. * WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Whiteout conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Travel could be very difficult. Tire traction will be reduced. Extend the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you. Very strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com. Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order. && $$ 15
248 WWUS45 KABQ 150934 WSWABQ URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Albuquerque NM 234 AM MST Wed Dec 15 2021 NMZ210-151800- /O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-211215T1800Z/ Tusas Mountains Including Chama- 234 AM MST Wed Dec 15 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches. Winds gusting between 50 and up to 70 mph. * WHERE...Tusas Mountains Including Chama. * WHEN...Until 11 AM MST this morning. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Whiteout conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Travel could be very difficult. Tire traction will be reduced. Extend the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you. Very strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com. Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order. && $$
027 WWUS45 KABQ 151758 WSWABQ URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Albuquerque NM 1058 AM MST Wed Dec 15 2021 NMZ210-151900- /O.EXP.KABQ.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-211215T1800Z/ Tusas Mountains Including Chama- 1058 AM MST Wed Dec 15 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 11 AM MST THIS MORNING... Though a few areas of snow continue, much of the accumulation has ended. Any additional snow accumulations will generally be less than an inch or two. Therefore, additional impacts are not expected, and the Winter Storm Warning will be allowed to expire. $$ 44
The office that day
Everything else NWS Albuquerque, NM issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 14, 2:02 AM MST | Winter Storm Watch | ABQ | Rio Arriba, Taos | 11 hr |
| Dec 14, 2:26 AM MST | Red Flag Warning | ABQ | Harding, San Miguel, Union | 39 hr |
| Dec 14, 12:40 PM MST | High Wind Warning | ABQ | Bernalillo, Catron, Chaves, Cibola, Colfax, Curry and 18 more | 28 hr |
| Dec 14, 12:40 PM MST | Wind Advisory | ABQ | Bernalillo, Catron, Chaves, Cibola, Lincoln, McKinley and 9 more | 28 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; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.