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Winter Storm Warning 7, NWS Albuquerque, NM

March 16, 20216 counties in New Mexico

NWS Albuquerque, NM issued this winter storm warning at Mar 16, 2021, 2:46 PM MDT for 6 counties in New Mexico. It took effect at Mar 16, 2021, 6:00 PM MDT. It was in force for 16 hr. 22 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
Mar 16, 2021, 2:46 PM MDT (20:46 UTC)
In effect from
Mar 16, 2021, 6:00 PM MDT
Expired
Mar 17, 2021, 9:45 AM MDT
In force
16 hr
Issued by
NWS Albuquerque, NM

Counties Colfax County, NM, Guadalupe County, NM, Harding County, NM, Quay County, NM, San Miguel County, NM, Union County, NM

The radar

The Cannon AFB radar (KFDX), 132 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 20:50 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

TimeReportWhereRemark
Mar 17, 6:00 AM MDTSNOW 29 Ene Shady Brook, NMPALO SNOTEL.
Mar 17, 6:00 AM MDTSNOW 411 Ene Red River, NMSHUREE SNOTEL.
Mar 17, 6:00 AM MDTSNOW 48 Sw Rociada, NMWESNER SPRINGS SNOTEL.
Mar 17, 6:00 AM MDTSNOW 53 Ese Angel Fire, NMANGEL FIRE SKI AREA.
Mar 17, 6:00 AM MDTSNOW 68 Se Eagle Nest, NMTOLBY SNOTEL.
Mar 17, 7:34 AM MDTSNOW 9Newkirk, NM
Mar 17, 8:00 AM MDTSNOW 2.2Pecos, NM
Mar 17, 8:00 AM MDTSNOW 3Capulin, NM
Mar 17, 8:28 AM MDTSNOW 1Logan, NM
Mar 17, 9:02 AM MDTSNOW 21 Nnw San Jon, NM
Mar 17, 9:05 AM MDTSNOW 3.51 W Clayton, NMSNOW DRIFTS AROUND A FOOT.
Mar 17, 9:10 AM MDTSNOW 511 Sse Amistad, NM
Mar 17, 9:15 AM MDTSNOW 12 Sw Pecos, NMELEVATION 6932.
Mar 17, 9:15 AM MDTSNOW 1.12 E San Pablo, NM
Mar 17, 9:15 AM MDTSNOW 1.15 Ese Black Lake, NM
Mar 17, 9:15 AM MDTSNOW 2Angel Fire, NM
Mar 17, 9:15 AM MDTSNOW 311 Ene Bell Ranch, NM
Mar 17, 9:15 AM MDTSNOW 3.61 Wsw Miami, NMJUST WEST SOUTHWEST OF MIAMI NM
Mar 17, 9:15 AM MDTSNOW 522 Wnw Hayden, NMELEVATION 4998.
Mar 17, 9:15 AM MDTSNOW 9.14 N Newkirk, NMELEVATION 4720.
Mar 17, 9:17 AM MDTSNOW 5Folsom, NM
Mar 17, 9:52 AM MDTSNOW 11 Sw Springer, NM

Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.

The nearest sounding before it

Amarillo Airport, TX (KAMA), launched 12:00Z, 8.8 hours before the alert went out and 232 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, Amarillo Airport, TX at 12:00Z on 2021-03-16Temperature 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, Amarillo Airport, TX at 12:00Z on 2021-03-16The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 24 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
3067 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
49 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
24 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
73 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
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The text

As transmitted.

983 
WWUS45 KABQ 162046
WSWABQ

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
246 PM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

...HEAVY SNOW AND VERY STRONG WINDS TONIGHT INTO WEDNESDAY 
MORNING...

.A powerful storm system will bring moderate to heavy snow to
northeast New Mexico as it crosses the southern Rockies tonight. 
Snow amounts may top 1 foot near Raton Pass with several inches 
around Capulin, Folsom, and Des Moines, and only a couple inches
over southern Union County south to Guadalupe and Quay Counties. 
This system will also produce very strong north winds with gusts 
around 60 mph producing near-blizzard conditions late tonight and 
early Wednesday across northeast New Mexico. Strong winds will 
persist into Wednesday morning while the snow is tapering off, but
blowing snow will continue to make travel hazardous.

NMZ227-230-171030-
/O.UPG.KABQ.WS.A.0005.210317T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KABQ.WS.W.0007.210317T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Johnson and Bartlett Mesas Including Raton Pass-Union County-
246 PM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON
MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow expected. Near-blizzard
  conditions likely. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 7 inches, 
  except 7 to 12 inches between Capulin and Raton Pass. Strong 
  northerly winds of 30 to 40 mph with gusts as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Johnson and Bartlett Mesas Including Raton Pass and 
  Union County.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to noon MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will become very difficult to impossible. Road
  closures are possible. Areas of blowing snow will significantly
  reduce visibility. Strong winds could cause tree damage. A few
  power outages are possible.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A few hours of near-blizzard conditions are
  likely near the Colorado border between Raton Pass, Capulin and
  Mt. Dora. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel is discouraged overnight, but if you must travel, keep an 
extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an 
emergency. 

The latest road conditions for New Mexico can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1, 1-800-432-4269, or visiting nmroads.com.

&&

$$

NMZ231>234-171030-
/O.EXB.KABQ.WW.Y.0014.210317T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Harding County-Eastern San Miguel County-Guadalupe County-
Quay County-
246 PM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
NOON MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 4 inches.
  North winds 25 to 35 mph with occasional gusts to 50 mph. 

* WHERE...Harding County, Eastern San Miguel County, Guadalupe 
  County and Quay County.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to noon MDT Wednesday. Snow and
  winds increasing overnight.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could 
  bring down tree branches.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel along I-40 from the Texas border to
  near Santa Rosa will be impacted by blowing snow and slippery
  road conditions late tonight through early Wednesday morning.
  The strongest winds will be closer to the Texas border.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for New Mexico can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1, 1-800-432-4269, or visiting nmroads.com.

&&

$$

NMZ210-211-213>215-171030-
/O.CON.KABQ.WW.Y.0014.000000T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Tusas Mountains Including Chama-Jemez Mountains-
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
246 PM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 6 inches
  with up to 9 inches atop mountain peaks. Winds gusting as high 
  as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Northern Mountains.

* WHEN...Until noon MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on snow packed or icy roads and patches of
  blowing snow to create difficult travel conditions. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

The latest road conditions for New Mexico can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1, 1-800-432-4269, or visiting nmroads.com.

&&

$$
6 follow-up statements
647 
WWUS45 KABQ 170249
WSWABQ

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
849 PM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

...THE COMBINATION OF SNOW AND VERY STRONG WINDS WILL CREATE
HAZARDOUS TO VERY DIFFICULT TRAVEL CONDITIONS ACROSS NORTHEAST 
NEW MEXICO TONIGHT THROUGH WEDNESDAY MORNING...

.A powerful storm system will bring moderate to heavy snow to
northeast New Mexico as it crosses the southern Rockies tonight.
Expect snow amounts to approach one foot between Raton Pass and
Capulin, with 2 to 6 inches across Union County. The combination
of snow and northerly wind gusts ranging from 50 to 60 mph will
create blizzard or near blizzard conditions. Meanwhile, lighter
snow accumulations are anticipated over east central New Mexico,
but strong gusty winds will create difficult travel conditions 
for some locales. Travel is discouraged for northern Colfax and 
Union Counties. Winter travel impacts should improve by mid to
late Wednesday morning.

NMZ230-171100-
/O.UPG.KABQ.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KABQ.BZ.W.0002.210317T0249Z-210317T1800Z/
Union County-
849 PM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Expect snow accumulations of 2 to 6
  inches, with locally higher amounts in northwest Union County.
  Precipitation may initially start as rain across eastern Union
  County, but should quickly transition to snow. North-northeast
  winds gusting as high as 60 mph are likely. The combination of
  snow and strong winds will likely create periods of near-zero
  visibility.

* WHERE...Union County.

* WHEN...Until noon MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could 
  cause tree damage.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel in the area will be difficult or 
  nearly impossible, especially along U.S. Highway 64/87. Road 
  closures are possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must
travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded,
stay with your vehicle. 

The latest road conditions for New Mexico can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1, 1-800-432-4269, or visiting nmroads.com.

&&

$$

NMZ231>234-171100-
/O.UPG.KABQ.WW.Y.0014.000000T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
/O.EXB.KABQ.WS.W.0007.210317T0600Z-210317T1800Z/
Harding County-Eastern San Miguel County-Guadalupe County-
Quay County-
849 PM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO NOON
MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Periods of heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations
  1 to 4 inches. A rather narrow corridor exceeding 4 inches will
  be possible. Activity may initially start as rain, but should
  transition to snow rather quickly as colder air moves into the
  region. The combination of snow and northerly winds gusting up
  to 55 mph will likely create near blizzard conditions for some
  areas. 

* WHERE...Harding County, Eastern San Miguel County, Guadalupe 
  County and Quay County.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to noon MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could 
  cause tree damage.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Sudden and abruptly changing weather is
  likely overnight through Wednesday morning. Expect hazardous to
  difficult travel conditions, including parts of Interstate 40
  from Santa Rosa to the Texas State border. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

The latest road conditions for New Mexico can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1, 1-800-432-4269, or visiting nmroads.com.

&&

$$

NMZ227-171100-
/O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Johnson and Bartlett Mesas Including Raton Pass-
849 PM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Expect snow accumulations of 3 to 7 inches,
  except 7 to 12 inches from Capulin to Raton Pass. North winds
  gusting as high as 55 mph will create near blizzard conditions
  for these areas. The strongest winds are likely to occur near
  Capulin, or areas east of Interstate 25.

* WHERE...Johnson and Bartlett Mesas Including Raton Pass.

* WHEN...Until noon MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce 
  visibility to one half mile or less. Strong winds could cause 
  tree damage.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to near
  impossible due to snow-covered roads and very poor visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel is discouraged overnight, but if you must travel, keep an 
extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an 
emergency.

The latest road conditions for New Mexico can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1, 1-800-432-4269, or visiting nmroads.com.

&&

$$

NMZ221>223-228-229-171100-
/O.EXB.KABQ.WW.Y.0014.000000T0000Z-210317T1500Z/
Sandia/Manzano Mountains Including Edgewood-Estancia Valley-
Central Highlands-Far Northeast Highlands-Northeast Highlands-
849 PM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches,
  locally higher. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph are possible 
  along the Interstate 25 corridor from Raton to Las Vegas.

* WHERE...Sandia and Manzano Mountains including Edgewood, 
  Estancia Valley, Central Highlands, Far Northeast Highlands 
  and Northeast Highlands.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Slippery roads conditions as well as poor
  visibility due to falling and blowing snow can be expected for
  the Interstate 25 corridor in northeast New Mexico as well as
  Interstate 40 from Tijeras Canyon to Clines Corners.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for New Mexico can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1, 1-800-432-4269, or visiting nmroads.com.

&&

$$

NMZ210-211-213>215-171100-
/O.EXT.KABQ.WW.Y.0014.000000T0000Z-210317T1500Z/
Tusas Mountains Including Chama-Jemez Mountains-
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
849 PM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM MDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. 
  Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Northern Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions across the area as
  well as lower visibility due to falling and blowing snow. The
  greatest travel impacts will likely favor mountain passes. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for New Mexico can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1, 1-800-432-4269, or visiting nmroads.com.

&&

$$

DPorter/99
806 
WWUS45 KABQ 171049
WSWABQ

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
449 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

...THE COMBINATION OF SNOW AND VERY STRONG WINDS CONTINUE TO
CREATE VERY DIFFICULT TRAVEL CONDITIONS ACROSS NORTHEAST NEW 
MEXICO THROUGH THE MORNING...

.A mix of moderate to heavy snow combined with strong northerly
wind gusts of 40 to 55 mph continue to create severe travel
conditions across east-central and northeastern NM this morning.
Near blizzard like conditions are likely in the worst case
scenarios due to low visibilities. Conditions are expected to
steadily improve through the morning east to west. 

NMZ210-211-213>215-221>223-228-229-171200-
/O.CAN.KABQ.WW.Y.0014.000000T0000Z-210317T1500Z/
Tusas Mountains Including Chama-Jemez Mountains-
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
Sandia/Manzano Mountains Including Edgewood-Estancia Valley-
Central Highlands-Far Northeast Highlands-Northeast Highlands-
449 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Snow has mostly ended over the northern mountains and adjacent
highlands. Therefore the winter weather advisory is cancelled,
although slick travel conditions may remain through the morning.

$$

NMZ230-171800-
/O.CON.KABQ.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Union County-
449 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT TODAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Expect snow accumulations of 2 to 6
  inches, with locally higher amounts in northwest Union County.
  Northerly winds gusting as high as 50 mph are likely. The 
  combination of snow and strong winds will likely create periods 
  of near-zero visibility.

* WHERE...Union County.

* WHEN...Until noon MDT today.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could 
  cause tree damage.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel in the area will be difficult or
  nearly impossible, especially along U.S. Highway 64/87. Road
  closures have occurred.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must
travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded,
stay with your vehicle.

The latest road conditions for New Mexico can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1, 1-800-432-4269, or visiting nmroads.com.

&&

$$

NMZ231>234-171800-
/O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Harding County-Eastern San Miguel County-Guadalupe County-
Quay County-
449 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT TODAY...

* WHAT...Periods of heavy snow expected. Additional snow
  accumulations 1 to 3 inches. A rather narrow corridor exceeding
  4 inches will be possible. The combination of snow and 
  northerly winds gusting up to 55 mph will likely create near 
  blizzard conditions for some areas.

* WHERE...Harding County, Eastern San Miguel County, Guadalupe 
  County and Quay County.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to noon MDT today.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could 
  cause tree damage.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Expect hazardous to difficult travel 
  conditions, including parts of Interstate 40 from Santa Rosa to 
  the Texas State border.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

The latest road conditions for New Mexico can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1, 1-800-432-4269, or visiting nmroads.com.

&&

$$

NMZ227-171800-
/O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Johnson and Bartlett Mesas Including Raton Pass-
449 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT TODAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Expect addition snow accumulations of 1 to 3
  inches from Capulin to Raton Pass. North winds gusting as high 
  as 55 mph will create near blizzard conditions for these areas. 
  The strongest winds are likely to occur near Capulin, or areas 
  east of Interstate 25.

* WHERE...Johnson and Bartlett Mesas Including Raton Pass.

* WHEN...Until noon MDT today.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could 
  cause tree damage.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to near 
  impossible due to snow-covered roads and very poor visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel is discouraged overnight, but if you must travel, keep an
extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an
emergency.

The latest road conditions for New Mexico can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1, 1-800-432-4269, or visiting nmroads.com.

&&

$$
331 
WWUS45 KABQ 171350
WSWABQ

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
750 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

...THE COMBINATION OF SNOW AND VERY STRONG WINDS CONTINUE TO
CREATE VERY DIFFICULT TRAVEL CONDITIONS ACROSS NORTHEAST NEW
MEXICO THROUGH THE REMINADER OF THE MORNING...

.A mix of moderate to heavy snow combined with strong northerly
wind gusts of 40 to 55 mph continue to create severe travel
conditions across east-central and northeastern NM this morning.
Near blizzard like conditions are likely in the worst case
scenarios due to low visibilities. Conditions are expected to
steadily improve through the remainder of the morning.

NMZ230-171800-
/O.CON.KABQ.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Union County-
750 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT TODAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Expect total snow accumulations of 
  2 to 6 inches, with locally higher amounts in northwest Union 
  County. Northerly winds gusting as high as 50 mph are likely. 
  The combination of snow and strong winds will likely create 
  periods of near-zero visibility.

* WHERE...Union County.

* WHEN...Until noon MDT today.

* IMPACTS...Plan on icy road conditions. Blowing snow could
  significantly reduce visibility. 

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel in the area will be difficult or 
  nearly impossible, especially along U.S. Highway 64/87. Road 
  closures have occurred.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must
travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded,
stay with your vehicle.

The latest road conditions for New Mexico can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1, 1-800-432-4269, or visiting nmroads.com.

&&

$$

NMZ231>234-171800-
/O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Harding County-Eastern San Miguel County-Guadalupe County-
Quay County-
750 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT TODAY...

* WHAT...Periods of moderate to heavy snow expected. Additional
  snow accumulations 1 to 2 inches. The combination of snow and 
  northerly winds gusting up to 55 mph will likely create near 
  blizzard conditions for some areas.

* WHERE...Harding County, Eastern San Miguel County, Guadalupe 
  County and Quay County.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to noon MDT today.

* IMPACTS...Plan on icy and snow packed road conditions.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Expect hazardous to difficult travel 
  conditions, including parts of Interstate 40 from Santa Rosa 
  to the Texas State border.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

The latest road conditions for New Mexico can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1, 1-800-432-4269, or visiting nmroads.com.

&&

$$

NMZ227-171800-
/O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Johnson and Bartlett Mesas Including Raton Pass-
750 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT TODAY...

* WHAT...Periods of moderate to heavy snow expected. Additional
  snow accumulations 1 to 2 inches. The combination of snow and
  northerly winds gusting up to 55 mph will likely create near
  blizzard conditions for some areas. The strongest winds are 
  likely to occur near Capulin, or areas east of Interstate 25.

* WHERE...Johnson and Bartlett Mesas Including Raton Pass.

* WHEN...Until noon MDT today.

* IMPACTS...Plan on icy and snow packed road conditions.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to near 
  impossible due to snow-covered roads and very poor visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel is discouraged overnight, but if you must travel, keep an
extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an
emergency.

The latest road conditions for New Mexico can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1, 1-800-432-4269, or visiting nmroads.com.

&&

$$

NMZ235-171800-
/O.NEW.KABQ.WW.Y.0015.210317T1350Z-210317T1800Z/
Curry County-
750 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT TODAY...

* WHAT...Wet snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch
  with locally near 2 inches near the Texas line near and north of
  Clovis to Broadview. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Curry County.

* WHEN...Until noon MDT today.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could 
  bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for New Mexico can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1, 1-800-432-4269, or visiting nmroads.com.

&&

$$
464 
WWUS45 KABQ 171426
WSWABQ

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
826 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

...AREAS OF SNOW DIMINISHING NORTHEAST AND EAST-CENTRAL NEW MEXICO
THROUGH THE REMINADER OF THE MORNING...

.A potent storm system centered southeast of Amarillo Texas will
continue to shift east and away from eastern New Mexico.
Diminishing snow coverage and weakening winds are expected through
the remainder of the morning.

NMZ227-232-233-171530-
/O.CAN.KABQ.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Johnson and Bartlett Mesas Including Raton Pass-
Eastern San Miguel County-Guadalupe County-
826 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

$$

NMZ230-171800-
/O.CON.KABQ.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Union County-
826 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT TODAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions will persist across parts of eastern
  Union County near the Oklahoma and Texas state lines. Northerly
  winds gusting as high as 50 mph are likely. The combination of
  previously fallen snow and strong winds will likely create 
  periods of near- zero visibility.

* WHERE...Union County.

* WHEN...Until noon MDT today.

* IMPACTS...Blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel in the area will be difficult or 
  nearly impossible, especially along U.S. Highway 64/87. Road 
  closures have occurred.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must
travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded,
stay with your vehicle.

The latest road conditions for New Mexico can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1, 1-800-432-4269, or visiting nmroads.com.

&&

$$

NMZ231-234-171800-
/O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Harding County-Quay County-
826 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT TODAY...

* WHAT...Periods of moderate to heavy snow expected. Additional 
  snow accumulations 1 to 2 inches. The combination of snow and 
  northerly winds gusting up to 55 mph will likely create near 
  blizzard conditions for some areas.

* WHERE...Harding County and Quay County.

* WHEN...until Noon MDT today.

* IMPACTS...Plan on icy and snow packed road conditions. Areas of
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds
  could bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

The latest road conditions for New Mexico can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1, 1-800-432-4269, or visiting nmroads.com.

&&

$$

NMZ235-171800-
/O.CON.KABQ.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Curry County-
826 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT
TODAY...

* WHAT...Wet snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to one 
  inch with locally near 2 inches near the Texas line near and 
  north of Clovis to Broadview. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Curry County.

* WHEN...Until noon MDT today.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow
  could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could bring
  down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

The latest road conditions for New Mexico can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1, 1-800-432-4269, or visiting nmroads.com.

&&

$$
654 
WWUS45 KABQ 171452
WSWABQ

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
852 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

...AREAS OF SNOW DIMINISHING NORTHEAST AND EAST-CENTRAL NEW
MEXICO THROUGH THE REMAINDER OF THE MORNING...

.A potent storm system centered southeast of Amarillo Texas will
continue to shift east and away from eastern New Mexico.
Diminishing snow coverage and weakening winds are expected
through the remainder of the morning.

NMZ230-171600-
/O.CAN.KABQ.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Union County-
852 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

...BLIZZARD WARNING IS CANCELLED...

$$

NMZ231-171600-
/O.CAN.KABQ.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Harding County-
852 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

$$

NMZ234-171800-
/O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Quay County-
852 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT TODAY...

* WHAT...Periods of moderate to heavy snow expected. Additional
  snow accumulations around one inch mainly east of Tucumcari. 

* WHERE...Quay County.

* WHEN...Until Noon MDT today.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

The latest road conditions for New Mexico can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1, 1-800-432-4269, or visiting nmroads.com.

&&

$$

NMZ235-171800-
/O.CON.KABQ.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Curry County-
852 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT
TODAY...

* WHAT...Wet snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to one 
  inch with locally near 2 inches near the Texas line near and 
  north of Clovis to Broadview. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Curry County.

* WHEN...Until noon MDT today.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could
  bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

The latest road conditions for New Mexico can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1, 1-800-432-4269, or visiting nmroads.com.

&&

$$
072 
WWUS45 KABQ 171545
WSWABQ

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
945 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

NMZ234-171645-
/O.CAN.KABQ.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Quay County-
945 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

Areas of light snow will linger across parts of eastern Quay
County through late morning but significant impacts are no longer
expected.  

$$

NMZ235-171645-
/O.CAN.KABQ.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Curry County-
945 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Areas of light snow will linger across northeast Curry County
mainly in the vicinity of Grady and Broadview. Localized difficult
driving conditions will quickly improve after 10am MDT. 

$$

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Mar 16, 4:34 AM MDTWinter Weather AdvisoryABQBernalillo, Colfax, Guadalupe, Harding, Los Alamos, Mora and 8 more24 hr

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Winter Storm Warnings in New Mexico, 2021Every winter storm warning in 2021

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.