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Blizzard Warning 1, NWS Midland/Odessa, TX

February 13, 2021Culberson County, Texas; Eddy County, New Mexico

NWS Midland/Odessa, TX issued this blizzard warning at Feb 13, 2021, 2:12 PM CST for Culberson County, Texas; Eddy County, New Mexico. It took effect at Feb 14, 2021, 4:25 AM CST. It was in force for 18 hr. 3 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
Feb 13, 2021, 2:12 PM CST (20:12 UTC)
In effect from
Feb 14, 2021, 4:25 AM CST
Expired
Feb 14, 2021, 10:21 PM CST
In force
18 hr
Issued by
NWS Midland/Odessa, TX

Counties Eddy County, NM, Culberson County, TX

The radar

The Holloman AFB radar (KHDX), 203 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 20:17 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
Feb 14, 1:00 PM CSTSNOW 3.52 Nw Carlsbad, NM
Feb 14, 1:00 PM CSTSNOW 44 S Artesia, NM
Feb 14, 1:00 PM CSTSNOW 4Cottonwood, NM

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

The nearest sounding before it

Midland Regional, TX (KMAF), launched 12:00Z, 8.2 hours before the alert went out and 209 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, Midland Regional, TX at 12:00Z on 2021-02-13Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 4 joules per kilogram.LCLEL10008507005003002001001 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, Midland Regional, TX at 12:00Z on 2021-02-13The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 137 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
4 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer LCL
529 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
42 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
137 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
104 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

Open this sounding in Storm Lab

The text

As transmitted.

875 
WWUS44 KMAF 132012
WSWMAF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Midland/Odessa TX
212 PM CST Sat Feb 13 2021


...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT CST /11 PM MST/
TONIGHT TO 6 AM CST /5 AM MST/ MONDAY FOR SOUTHEAST NEW MEXICO 
AND ALL OF WEST TEXAS EXCEPT THE RIO GRANDE VALLEY...

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM SUNDAY TO MIDNIGHT MST
SUNDAY NIGHT FOR THE GUADALUPE AND DELAWARE MOUNTAINS...

...WIND CHILL WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ SUNDAY 
TO 1 PM CST /NOON MST/ MONDAY FOR SOUTHEAST NEW MEXICO AND ALL OF
WEST TEXAS EXCEPT THE RIO GRANDE VALLEY...


.An upper level storm system will move in late tonight, resulting
in a strong winter storm for Southeast New Mexico and West Texas,
extending through Monday morning. The main form of precipitation
will be snow, with amounts ranging from 2 to 6 inches across the
region. The greatest amounts are expected in the higher terrain, 
Southeast New Mexico, and the Northern Permian Basin. Blizzard 
conditions will exist in the Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains 
Sunday afternoon into early Monday morning. Bitterly cold 
temperatures will occur Sunday into Monday, with subzero wind 
chills Monday morning.

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/O.UPG.KMAF.WC.A.0001.210215T0000Z-210215T1900Z/
/O.NEW.KMAF.WC.W.0001.210215T0000Z-210215T1900Z/
/O.CON.KMAF.WW.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-210213T2100Z/
Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County-
Guadalupe Mountains Above 7000 Feet-
Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains-
Including the cities of Queen and Pine Springs
112 PM MST Sat Feb 13 2021


...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 3 PM
MST SUNDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM SUNDAY TO MIDNIGHT MST
SUNDAY NIGHT...
...WIND CHILL WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM SUNDAY TO NOON MST
MONDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT SUNDAY NIGHT TO
5 AM MST MONDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total
  snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50
  mph. For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected.
  Total snow accumulations of up to two inches. Winds gusting as
  high as 60 mph. For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold 
  wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 35 below zero. 

* WHERE...Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains.

* WHEN...The Winter Storm Warning will occur from 11 PM this
  evening to 5 AM MST on Monday. However, from 3 PM Sunday to
  midnight MST Sunday night, blizzard conditions will occur so a
  Blizzard Warning is in effect. For the Wind Chill Warning, from
  5 PM Sunday to noon MST Monday. 

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Areas 
  of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. Strong 
  winds could cause tree damage. The dangerously cold wind 
  chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 
  10 minutes.



PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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. 

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

In New Mexico, the latest road conditions can be obtained by
calling 800-432-4269. In Texas, the latest road conditions can be
obtained by calling 800-452-9292.

&&

$$

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277-278-140815-
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/O.NEW.KMAF.WS.W.0002.210214T0600Z-210215T1200Z/
/O.UPG.KMAF.WC.A.0001.210215T0000Z-210215T1900Z/
/O.NEW.KMAF.WC.W.0001.210215T0000Z-210215T1900Z/
/O.CON.KMAF.WW.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-210213T2100Z/
Eddy County Plains-Northern Lea County-Central Lea County-
Southern Lea County-Gaines-Dawson-Borden-Scurry-Andrews-Martin-
Howard-Mitchell-Loving-Winkler-Ector-Midland-Glasscock-Ward-Crane-
Upton-Reagan-Pecos-Van Horn and Highway 54 Corridor-
Eastern Culberson County-Reeves County Plains-Davis Mountains-
Davis Mountains Foothills-
Including the cities of Artesia, Carlsbad, Tatum, Hobbs, 
Lovington, Eunice, Jal, Seminole, Lamesa, Andrews, Stanton, 
Big Spring, Colorado City, Mentone, Kermit, Odessa, Midland, 
Monahans, Crane, McCamey, Rankin, Big Lake, Fort Stockton, 
Van Horn, Pecos, Fort Davis, and Alpine
212 PM CST Sat Feb 13 2021 /112 PM MST Sat Feb 13 2021/


...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT CST /11 PM MST/
TONIGHT TO 6 AM CST /5 AM MST/ MONDAY...
...WIND CHILL WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ SUNDAY
TO 1 PM CST /NOON MST/ MONDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total
  snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches. For the Wind Chill Warning,
  dangerously cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 20
  below zero. 

* WHERE...Portions of southeast New Mexico and southwest and 
  western Texas.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from midnight CST /11 PM
  MST/ tonight to 6 AM CST /5 AM MST/ Monday. For the Wind Chill
  Warning, from 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ Sunday to 1 PM CST /noon MST/
  Monday. 

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute. The cold wind 
  chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 
  30 minutes.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

In New Mexico, the latest road conditions can be obtained by
calling 800-432-4269. In Texas, the latest road conditions can be
obtained by calling 800-452-9292.

&&

$$

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/O.NEW.KMAF.WS.W.0002.210214T0600Z-210215T1200Z/
/O.UPG.KMAF.WC.A.0001.210215T0000Z-210215T1900Z/
/O.NEW.KMAF.WC.W.0001.210215T0000Z-210215T1900Z/
Chinati Mountains-Marfa Plateau-Central Brewster County-
Including the cities of Marfa and Panther Junction
212 PM CST Sat Feb 13 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 6 AM
CST MONDAY...
...WIND CHILL WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM SUNDAY TO 1 PM CST
MONDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. 
  Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. For the Wind Chill 
  Warning, dangerously cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as 
  low as 10 below zero.

* WHERE...Marfa Plateau, Chinati Mountains, and Central Brewster 
  County.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from midnight tonight to 
  6 AM CST Monday. For the Wind Chill Warning, from 6 PM Sunday 
  to 1 PM CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
  conditions could impact the morning commute. The cold wind
  chills could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.
  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. 

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 800-452-
9292.

&&

$$

TXZ082-140815-
/O.UPG.KMAF.WS.A.0002.210214T0600Z-210215T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KMAF.WS.W.0002.210214T0600Z-210215T1200Z/
/O.CON.KMAF.WW.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-210213T2100Z/
Terrell-
Including the cities of Dryden and Sanderson
212 PM CST Sat Feb 13 2021


...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 6 AM
CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total
  snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. 
* WHERE...Terrell County.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from midnight tonight to 6
  AM CST Monday. 

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The cold wind chills
  as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia if
  precautions are not taken. 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. 

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 800-452-
9292.

&&

$$

TXZ280-140815-
/O.UPG.KMAF.WS.A.0002.210214T0600Z-210215T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KMAF.WS.W.0002.210214T0600Z-210215T1200Z/
Chisos Basin-
Including the city of Chisos Basin
212 PM CST Sat Feb 13 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 6 AM
CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy wet snow expected. Total snow accumulations of up 
  to two inches.

* WHERE...Chisos Basin.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 6 AM CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The cold wind chills
  as low as 5 below zero could result in hypothermia if
  precautions are not taken. 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 can be obtained by calling 800-452-
9292.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/midland
4 follow-up statements
106 
WWUS44 KMAF 132140
WSWMAF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Midland/Odessa TX
340 PM CST Sat Feb 13 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT CST /11 PM MST/
TONIGHT TO 6 AM CST /5 AM MST/ MONDAY FOR SOUTHEAST NEW MEXICO 
AND ALL OF WEST TEXAS EXCEPT THE RIO GRANDE VALLEY...

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM SUNDAY TO MIDNIGHT MST
SUNDAY NIGHT FOR THE GUADALUPE AND DELAWARE MOUNTAINS...

...WIND CHILL WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ SUNDAY 
TO 1 PM CST /NOON MST/ MONDAY FOR SOUTHEAST NEW MEXICO AND ALL OF
WEST TEXAS EXCEPT THE RIO GRANDE VALLEY...


.An upper level storm system will move in late tonight, resulting
in a strong winter storm for Southeast New Mexico and West Texas,
extending through Monday morning. The main form of precipitation
will be snow, with amounts ranging from 2 to 6 inches across the
region. The greatest amounts are expected in the higher terrain, 
Southeast New Mexico, and the Northern Permian Basin. Blizzard 
conditions will exist in the Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains 
Sunday afternoon into early Monday morning. Bitterly cold 
temperatures will occur Sunday into Monday, with subzero wind 
chills Monday morning.


NMZ027-TXZ270-271-141300-
/O.CON.KMAF.WS.W.0002.210214T0600Z-210214T2200Z/
/O.CON.KMAF.BZ.W.0001.210214T2200Z-210215T0700Z/
/O.CON.KMAF.WC.W.0001.210215T0000Z-210215T1900Z/
/O.CON.KMAF.WS.W.0003.210215T0700Z-210215T1200Z/
Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County-
Guadalupe Mountains Above 7000 Feet-
Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains-
Including the cities of Queen and Pine Springs
240 PM MST Sat Feb 13 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING
TO 3 PM MST SUNDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM SUNDAY TO
MIDNIGHT MST SUNDAY NIGHT...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM SUNDAY TO NOON
MST MONDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT SUNDAY
NIGHT TO 5 AM MST MONDAY...

* WHAT...For the first Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected.
  Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high
  as 50 mph. For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions
  expected including 1/4 of a mile visibility or less. Winds will
  be out of east at 35-45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. Total snow
  accumulations of up to two inches. For the Wind Chill Warning, 
  dangerously cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 35 
  below zero. For the second Winter Storm Warning, blowing snow 
  expected.

* WHERE...Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains.

* WHEN...For the first Winter Storm Warning, from 11 PM this 
  evening to 3 PM MST Sunday. For the Blizzard Warning, from 3 
  PM Sunday to midnight MST Sunday night. For the Wind Chill 
  Warning, from 5 PM Sunday to noon MST Monday. For the second 
  Winter Storm Warning, from midnight Sunday night to 5 AM MST 
  Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Areas 
  of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. Strong 
  winds could cause tree damage. The dangerously cold wind 
  chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 
  10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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. 

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

In New Mexico, the latest road conditions can be obtained by
calling 800-432-4269. In Texas, the latest road conditions can be
obtained by calling 800-452-9292.

&&

$$

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141300-
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/O.CON.KMAF.WC.W.0001.210215T0000Z-210215T1900Z/
Eddy County Plains-Northern Lea County-Central Lea County-
Southern Lea County-Gaines-Dawson-Borden-Scurry-Andrews-Martin-
Howard-Mitchell-Loving-Winkler-Ector-Midland-Glasscock-Ward-Crane-
Upton-Reagan-Pecos-Van Horn and Highway 54 Corridor-
Eastern Culberson County-Reeves County Plains-Chinati Mountains-
Marfa Plateau-Davis Mountains-Davis Mountains Foothills-
Central Brewster County-
Including the cities of Artesia, Carlsbad, Tatum, Hobbs, 
Lovington, Eunice, Jal, Seminole, Lamesa, Andrews, Stanton, 
Big Spring, Colorado City, Mentone, Kermit, Odessa, Midland, 
Monahans, Crane, McCamey, Rankin, Big Lake, Fort Stockton, 
Van Horn, Pecos, Marfa, Fort Davis, Alpine, and Panther Junction
340 PM CST Sat Feb 13 2021 /240 PM MST Sat Feb 13 2021/

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT CST
/11 PM MST/ TONIGHT TO 6 AM CST /5 AM MST/ MONDAY...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/
SUNDAY TO 1 PM CST /NOON MST/ MONDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. 
  Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. For the Wind Chill 
  Warning, dangerously cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as 
  low as 20 below zero.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast New Mexico and southwest and 
  western Texas.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from midnight CST /11 PM 
  MST/ tonight to 6 AM CST /5 AM MST/ Monday. For the Wind Chill 
  Warning, from 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ Sunday to 1 PM CST /noon 
  MST/ Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute. The cold wind 
  chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 
  30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

In New Mexico, the latest road conditions can be obtained by
calling 800-432-4269. In Texas, the latest road conditions can be
obtained by calling 800-452-9292.

&&

$$

TXZ082-280-141300-
/O.CON.KMAF.WS.W.0002.210214T0600Z-210215T1200Z/
Terrell-Chisos Basin-
Including the cities of Dryden, Sanderson, and Chisos Basin
340 PM CST Sat Feb 13 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT
TO 6 AM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 
  inches.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 6 AM CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The cold wind 
  chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia if 
  precautions are not taken.

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 can be obtained by calling 800-452-
9292.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/midland
612 
WWUS44 KMAF 141025
WSWMAF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Midland/Odessa TX
425 AM CST Sun Feb 14 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FOR MUCH OF THE AREA THROUGH
MONDAY MORNING FOR HEAVY AND BLOWING SNOW...

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT THROUGH MONDAY MORNING FOR THE 
GUADALUPE AND DELAWARE MOUNTAINS FOR STRONG WINDS AND LOW
VISIBILITIES FROM HEAVY AND BLOWING SNOW...

...WIND CHILL WARNINGS AND ADVISORIES IN EFFECT THROUGH MONDAY
MORNING FOR BITTERLY COLD CONDITIONS...

.A winter storm has arrived bringing strong winds, heavy and
blowing snow, and bitterly cold wind chills. Heavy and blowing
snow will cause major travel issues across the area with blizzard
conditions over the Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains. Bitterly 
cold temperatures will occur Sunday into Monday, with subzero wind
chills.

NMZ027-TXZ270-271-142230-
/O.CAN.KMAF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-210214T2200Z/
/O.CAN.KMAF.WS.W.0003.210215T0700Z-210215T1200Z/
/O.EXT.KMAF.BZ.W.0001.210214T1025Z-210215T1200Z/
/O.EXT.KMAF.WC.W.0001.210214T1200Z-210215T1900Z/
Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County-
Guadalupe Mountains Above 7000 Feet-
Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains-
Including the cities of Queen and Pine Springs
325 AM MST Sun Feb 14 2021

...BLIZZARD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST MONDAY...

...WIND CHILL WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MST MONDAY...

* WHAT...For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions. 
  Additional snow accumulations of 5 to 8 inches. Winds gusting 
  as high as 50 mph. For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously 
  cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 25 below zero.

* WHERE...Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 5 AM MST Monday. For 
  the Wind Chill Warning, until noon MST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Areas of
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The cold 
  wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little 
  as 30 minutes.

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. 

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

In New Mexico, the latest road conditions can be obtained by
calling 800-432-4269. In Texas, the latest road conditions can be
obtained by calling 800-452-9292.

&&

$$

TXZ281-282-142230-
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/O.EXA.KMAF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-210215T1200Z/
Presidio Valley-Lower Brewster County-
Including the cities of Presidio and Castolon
425 AM CST Sun Feb 14 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST MONDAY...

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM
CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional 
  snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. For the Wind Chill 
  Advisory, very cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low 
  as 5 below zero.

* WHERE...Rio Grande Valley.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 6 AM CST Monday. 
  For the Wind Chill Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM 
  CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...The cold wind chills will cause frostbite in as little
  as 30 minutes to exposed skin. Expect snow packed roads, 
  sidewalks, and other exposed surfaces. Dangerous travel 
  conditions are also expected across the area. Some roads could 
  become impassable.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves. 

The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 800-452-
9292.

&&

$$

NMZ028-029-033-034-TXZ045>048-050>053-059>063-067>070-075-272>279-
142230-
/O.EXT.KMAF.WC.W.0001.210214T1200Z-210215T1900Z/
/O.CON.KMAF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-210215T1200Z/
Eddy County Plains-Northern Lea County-Central Lea County-
Southern Lea County-Gaines-Dawson-Borden-Scurry-Andrews-Martin-
Howard-Mitchell-Loving-Winkler-Ector-Midland-Glasscock-Ward-Crane-
Upton-Reagan-Pecos-Van Horn and Highway 54 Corridor-
Eastern Culberson County-Reeves County Plains-Chinati Mountains-
Marfa Plateau-Davis Mountains-Davis Mountains Foothills-
Central Brewster County-
Including the cities of Artesia, Carlsbad, Tatum, Hobbs, 
Lovington, Eunice, Jal, Seminole, Lamesa, Andrews, Stanton, 
Big Spring, Colorado City, Mentone, Kermit, Odessa, Midland, 
Monahans, Crane, McCamey, Rankin, Big Lake, Fort Stockton, 
Van Horn, Pecos, Marfa, Fort Davis, Alpine, and Panther Junction
425 AM CST Sun Feb 14 2021 /325 AM MST Sun Feb 14 2021/

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST /5 AM
MST/ MONDAY...

...WIND CHILL WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CST /NOON MST/
MONDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional 
  snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches. For the Wind Chill 
  Warning, dangerously cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as 
  low as 20 below zero.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast New Mexico and southwest and 
  western Texas.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 6 AM CST /5 AM MST/ 
  Monday. For the Wind Chill Warning, until 1 PM CST /noon MST/ 
  Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow
  could significantly reduce visibility. The dangerously cold 
  wind chills could result in hypothermia or frostbite if 
  precautions are not taken.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

In New Mexico, the latest road conditions can be obtained by
calling 800-432-4269. In Texas, the latest road conditions can be
obtained by calling 800-452-9292.

&&

$$

TXZ082-280-142230-
/O.NEW.KMAF.WC.Y.0001.210215T0000Z-210215T1900Z/
/O.CON.KMAF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-210215T1200Z/
Terrell-Chisos Basin-
Including the cities of Dryden, Sanderson, and Chisos Basin
425 AM CST Sun Feb 14 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST MONDAY...

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM
CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional 
  snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. For the Wind Chill 
  Advisory, very cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low 
  as 15 below zero.

* WHERE...Terrell County, and Chisos Basin.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 6 AM CST Monday. 
  For the Wind Chill Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM 
  CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...The cold wind chills will cause frostbite in as little
  as 30 minutes to exposed skin. Expect snow packed roads,
  sidewalks, and other exposed surfaces. Dangerous travel
  conditions are also expected across the area. Some roads could
  become impassable.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves. 

The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 800-452-
9292.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/midland
268 
WWUS44 KMAF 141959
WSWMAF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Midland/Odessa TX
159 PM CST Sun Feb 14 2021


...BLIZZARD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST THIS EVENING...

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST /11 PM
MST/ TONIGHT...

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CST /NOON MST/
MONDAY...

.A winter storm has arrived bringing strong winds, heavy and
blowing snow, and bitterly cold wind chills. Heavy and blowing
snow will cause major travel issues across the area with blizzard
conditions over the Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains. Bitterly
cold temperatures will occur Sunday into Monday, with subzero
wind chills.

NMZ027-TXZ270-271-150800-
/O.EXT.KMAF.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210215T0600Z/
/O.CON.KMAF.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210215T1900Z/
Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County-
Guadalupe Mountains Above 7000 Feet-
Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains-
Including the cities of Queen and Pine Springs
1259 PM MST Sun Feb 14 2021

...BLIZZARD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST THIS EVENING...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MST MONDAY...

* WHAT...For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind chills.
  Wind chills as low as 25 below zero. For the Blizzard Warning,
  blizzard conditions, including visibilities of 1/4th of a mile
  or less. Additional snow accumulations of up to two inches.
  Easterly winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains.

* WHEN...For the Wind Chill Warning, until noon MST Monday. For 
  the Blizzard Warning, until 11 PM MST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute. Strong winds 
  could cause tree damage. The cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

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. 

In New Mexico, the latest road conditions can be obtained by
calling 800-432-4269. In Texas, the latest road conditions can be
obtained by calling 800-452-9292.

&&

$$

NMZ028-029-033-034-TXZ045>048-050>053-059>063-067>070-075-272>279-
150800-
/O.EXT.KMAF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-210215T0600Z/
/O.CON.KMAF.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210215T1900Z/
Eddy County Plains-Northern Lea County-Central Lea County-
Southern Lea County-Gaines-Dawson-Borden-Scurry-Andrews-Martin-
Howard-Mitchell-Loving-Winkler-Ector-Midland-Glasscock-Ward-Crane-
Upton-Reagan-Pecos-Van Horn and Highway 54 Corridor-
Eastern Culberson County-Reeves County Plains-Chinati Mountains-
Marfa Plateau-Davis Mountains-Davis Mountains Foothills-
Central Brewster County-
Including the cities of Artesia, Carlsbad, Tatum, Hobbs, 
Lovington, Eunice, Jal, Seminole, Lamesa, Andrews, Stanton, 
Big Spring, Colorado City, Mentone, Kermit, Odessa, Midland, 
Monahans, Crane, McCamey, Rankin, Big Lake, Fort Stockton, 
Van Horn, Pecos, Marfa, Fort Davis, Alpine, and Panther Junction
159 PM CST Sun Feb 14 2021 /1259 PM MST Sun Feb 14 2021/

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST /11 PM
MST/ TONIGHT...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CST /NOON MST/
MONDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional 
  snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. For the Wind Chill 
  Warning, dangerously cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 
  15 below zero.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast New Mexico and southwest and 
  western Texas.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until midnight CST /11 PM 
  MST/ tonight. For the Wind Chill Warning, until 1 PM CST /noon 
  MST/ Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute. The dangerously 
  cold wind chills could result in hypothermia or frostbite if 
  precautions are not taken.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

In New Mexico, the latest road conditions can be obtained by
calling 800-432-4269. In Texas, the latest road conditions can be
obtained by calling 800-452-9292.

&&

$$

TXZ082-280>282-150800-
/O.EXT.KMAF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-210215T0600Z/
/O.CON.KMAF.WC.Y.0001.210215T0000Z-210215T1900Z/
Terrell-Chisos Basin-Presidio Valley-Lower Brewster County-
Including the cities of Dryden, Sanderson, Chisos Basin, 
Presidio, and Castolon
159 PM CST Sun Feb 14 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST
TONIGHT...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING
TO 1 PM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional 
  snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. For the Wind Chill 
  Advisory, very cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 
  10 below zero.

* WHERE...Rio Grande Valley, Terrell, and Chisos Basin.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until midnight CST 
  tonight. For the Wind Chill Advisory, from 6 PM this evening 
  to 1 PM CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute. The cold wind 
  chills could result in hypothermia if precautions are not 
  taken.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves. 

The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 800-452-
9292.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/midland
477 
WWUS44 KMAF 150421
WSWMAF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Midland/Odessa TX
1021 PM CST Sun Feb 14 2021

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CST /NOON MST/
MONDAY...

.A potent winter storm has moved east of the region this evening,
and while little to no additional snow accumulation is expected
tonight, there may still be areas of blowing snow through
daybreak. Bitterly cold temperatures will continue areawide into 
Monday, with subzero wind chills.

NMZ027-TXZ270-271-151600-
/O.CAN.KMAF.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210215T0600Z/
/O.CON.KMAF.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210215T1900Z/
Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County-
Guadalupe Mountains Above 7000 Feet-
Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains-
Including the cities of Queen and Pine Springs
921 PM MST Sun Feb 14 2021

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MST MONDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 degrees below
  zero. 

* WHERE...Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains.

* WHEN...Until noon MST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing
  snow could reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could
  impact the morning commute. The cold wind chills could cause
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

&&

$$

NMZ028-029-033-034-TXZ045>048-050>053-059>063-067>070-075-272>279-
151600-
/O.CAN.KMAF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-210215T0600Z/
/O.CON.KMAF.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210215T1900Z/
Eddy County Plains-Northern Lea County-Central Lea County-
Southern Lea County-Gaines-Dawson-Borden-Scurry-Andrews-Martin-
Howard-Mitchell-Loving-Winkler-Ector-Midland-Glasscock-Ward-Crane-
Upton-Reagan-Pecos-Van Horn and Highway 54 Corridor-
Eastern Culberson County-Reeves County Plains-Chinati Mountains-
Marfa Plateau-Davis Mountains-Davis Mountains Foothills-
Central Brewster County-
Including the cities of Artesia, Carlsbad, Tatum, Hobbs, 
Lovington, Eunice, Jal, Seminole, Lamesa, Andrews, Stanton, Big 
Spring, Colorado City, Mentone, Kermit, Odessa, Midland, Monahans,
Crane, McCamey, Rankin, Big Lake, Fort Stockton, Van Horn, Pecos,
Marfa, Fort Davis, Alpine, and Panther Junction
1021 PM CST Sun Feb 14 2021 /921 PM MST Sun Feb 14 2021/

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CST /NOON MST/
MONDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 15 degrees below 
  zero.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast New Mexico and southwest and 
  western Texas.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CST /noon MST/ Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing
  snow could reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could 
  impact the morning commute. The dangerously cold wind chills 
  could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not 
  taken. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

&&

$$

TXZ082-280>282-151600-
/O.CAN.KMAF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-210215T0600Z/
/O.CON.KMAF.WC.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-210215T1900Z/
Terrell-Chisos Basin-Presidio Valley-Lower Brewster County-
Including the cities of Dryden, Sanderson, Chisos Basin, 
Presidio, and Castolon
1021 PM CST Sun Feb 14 2021

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CST MONDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 10 degrees below zero.

* WHERE...Rio Grande Valley, Terrell, and Chisos Basin.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing
  snow could reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could 
  impact the morning commute. The cold wind chills could result in
  hypothermia if precautions are not taken.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves. 

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/midland

The office that day

Everything else NWS Midland/Odessa, TX issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Feb 13, 4:24 AM CSTWind Chill WatchMAFAndrews, Borden, Brewster, Crane, Culberson, Dawson and 17 more10 hr
Feb 13, 2:12 PM CSTWind Chill WarningMAFAndrews, Borden, Brewster, Crane, Culberson, Dawson and 17 more47 hr
Feb 13, 2:12 PM CSTWinter Storm WarningMAFAndrews, Borden, Brewster, Crane, Culberson, Dawson and 18 more32 hr
Feb 13, 2:12 PM CSTWinter Storm WarningMAFCulberson14 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.