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High Wind Warning 33, NWS Midland/Odessa, TX

June 21, 2021Culberson County, Texas

NWS Midland/Odessa, TX issued this high wind warning at Jun 21, 2021, 2:53 AM CDT for Culberson County, Texas. It took effect at Jun 21, 2021, 1:00 PM CDT. It was in force for 12 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Jun 21, 2021, 2:53 AM CDT (07:53 UTC)
In effect from
Jun 21, 2021, 1:00 PM CDT
Expired
Jun 22, 2021, 1:00 AM CDT
In force
12 hr
Issued by
NWS Midland/Odessa, TX

County Culberson County, TX

The radar

The El Paso radar (KEPZ), 212 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 07:54 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

Santa Teresa, NM (KEPZ), launched 00:00Z, 7.9 hours before the alert went out and 212 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, Santa Teresa, NM at 00:00Z on 2021-06-21Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 3 joules per kilogram.LCLLFCEL10008507005003002001001 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, Santa Teresa, NM at 00:00Z on 2021-06-21The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 7 square meters per square second.1939Sfc1 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
3 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
-110 J/kg
Mixed-layer LCL
4167 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
17 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
7 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
58 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

072 
WWUS74 KMAF 210753
NPWMAF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Midland/Odessa TX
253 AM CDT Mon Jun 21 2021

TXZ282-212000-
/O.UPG.KMAF.HT.Y.0008.210621T1700Z-210622T0200Z/
/O.NEW.KMAF.EH.W.0003.210621T1700Z-210622T0200Z/
Lower Brewster County-
Including the cities of Big Bend NP, Lajitas, and Castolon
253 AM CDT Mon Jun 21 2021

...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 9 PM CDT
THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 116 
  expected.

* WHERE...Lower Brewster County along the Rio Grande including Rio
  Grande Village, Castolon, and Lajitas.

* WHEN...From noon today to 9 PM CDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Extreme heat will significantly increase the 
  potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those 
  working or participating in outdoor activities.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

TXZ271-212000-
/O.UPG.KMAF.HW.A.0029.210621T2100Z-210622T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KMAF.HW.W.0033.210621T1800Z-210622T0600Z/
Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains-
Including the cities of Guadalupe Mountains NP and Pine Springs
153 AM MDT Mon Jun 21 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO MIDNIGHT MDT
TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains in Texas, mainly
  Guadalupe Pass.

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

* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile
  vehicles. Consider another route.



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.

&&

$$

TXZ082-212000-
/O.EXA.KMAF.HT.Y.0008.210621T1700Z-210622T0200Z/
Terrell-
Including the cities of Dryden and Sanderson
253 AM CDT Mon Jun 21 2021

...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 9 PM CDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Temperatures up to 100 expected.

* WHERE...Terrell County.

* WHEN...From noon today to 9 PM CDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses to occur.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

TXZ275>281-212000-
/O.CON.KMAF.HT.Y.0008.210621T1700Z-210622T0200Z/
Chinati Mountains-Marfa Plateau-Davis Mountains-
Davis Mountains Foothills-Central Brewster County-Chisos Basin-
Presidio Valley-
Including the cities of Marfa, Fort Davis, Alpine, Big Bend NP, 
Panther Junction, Marathon, Chisos Basin, and Presidio
253 AM CDT Mon Jun 21 2021

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 9 PM CDT
THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Temperatures up to 108 expected.

* WHERE...Marfa Plateau, Davis Mountains Foothills, Chisos Basin 
  and Presidio Valley, Davis and Chinati Mountains, and Central 
  Brewster County.

* WHEN...From noon today to 9 PM CDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses to occur.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/maf
1 follow-up statement
051 
WWUS74 KMAF 211926
NPWMAF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Midland/Odessa TX
226 PM CDT Mon Jun 21 2021

TXZ282-220200-
/O.CON.KMAF.EH.W.0003.000000T0000Z-210622T0200Z/
Lower Brewster County-
Including the cities of Big Bend NP, Lajitas, and Castolon
226 PM CDT Mon Jun 21 2021

...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 116 
  expected.

* WHERE...Lower Brewster County along the Rio Grande including 
  Rio Grande Village, Castolon, and Lajitas.

* WHEN...From noon today to 9 PM CDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Extreme heat will significantly increase the 
  potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those 
  working or participating in outdoor activities.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

TXZ271-220600-
/O.CON.KMAF.HW.W.0033.000000T0000Z-210622T0600Z/
Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains-
Including the cities of Guadalupe Mountains NP and Pine Springs
126 PM MDT Mon Jun 21 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT
TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains in Texas, mainly 
  Guadalupe Pass.

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

* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult, especially for high 
  profile vehicles. Consider another route.

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.

&&

$$

TXZ082-275>281-220200-
/O.CON.KMAF.HT.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-210622T0200Z/
Terrell-Chinati Mountains-Marfa Plateau-Davis Mountains-
Davis Mountains Foothills-Central Brewster County-Chisos Basin-
Presidio Valley-
Including the cities of Dryden, Sanderson, Marfa, Fort Davis, 
Alpine, Big Bend NP, Panther Junction, Marathon, Chisos Basin, 
and Presidio
226 PM CDT Mon Jun 21 2021

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Temperatures up to 108 expected.

* WHERE...Marfa Plateau, Davis Mountains Foothills, Chisos Basin 
  and Presidio Valley, Davis and Chinati Mountains, and Central 
  Brewster County.

* WHEN...From noon today to 9 PM CDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses to occur.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

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

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Jun 20, 7:28 PM CDTSpecial Weather StatementMAFYoakum32 min
Jun 20, 7:36 PM CDTSpecial Weather StatementMAFAndrews39 min
Jun 20, 9:20 PM CDTSpecial Weather StatementMAFGaines40 min
Jun 21, 2:53 AM CDTExcessive Heat WarningMAFBrewster18 hr
Jun 21, 4:58 PM CDTSpecial Weather StatementMAFBrewster62 min
Jun 21, 6:04 PM CDTAreal Flood AdvisoryMAFBrewster, Pecos3 hr
Jun 21, 6:13 PM CDTSpecial Weather StatementMAFBrewster62 min
Jun 21, 6:15 PM CDTSpecial Weather StatementMAFPresidio45 min

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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.