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High Wind Warning 11, NWS Midland/Odessa, TX

February 25, 202319 counties in Texas; Eddy County, Lea County, New Mexico

NWS Midland/Odessa, TX issued this high wind warning at Feb 25, 2023, 3:15 AM CST for 19 counties in Texas; Eddy County, Lea County, New Mexico. It took effect at Feb 26, 2023, 8:00 AM CST. It was in force for 38 hr. 60 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 25, 2023, 3:15 AM CST (09:15 UTC)
In effect from
Feb 26, 2023, 8:00 AM CST
Expired
Feb 27, 2023, 10:00 PM CST
In force
38 hr
Issued by
NWS Midland/Odessa, TX
All 21 counties

Eddy County, NM, Lea County, NM, Andrews County, TX, Borden County, TX, Brewster County, TX, Crane County, TX, Culberson County, TX, Dawson County, TX, Ector County, TX, Gaines County, TX, Howard County, TX, Jeff Davis County, TX, Loving County, TX, Martin County, TX, Midland County, TX, Pecos County, TX, Presidio County, TX, Reeves County, TX, Scurry County, TX, Ward County, TX, Winkler County, TX

The radar

The Midland/Odessa radar (KMAF), 66 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 09:20 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 26, 1:55 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 583 Ene Van Horn, TXMESONET STATION KVHN CULBERSON COUNTY AIRPORT.
Feb 26, 2:52 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 734 W Whites City, NMMESONET STATION BATN5 BATDRAW.
Feb 26, 3:03 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND DMG1 Nnw Malaga, NMREPORT OF CAR ACCIDENT DUE TO DOWNED STREET SIGN.
Feb 26, 3:13 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 613 Ene Queen, NMMESONET STATION QENN5 QUEEN.
Feb 26, 3:15 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 6912 Ese Halfway, NMMESONET STATION FW9687 EUNICE.
Feb 26, 3:15 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 712 W Artesia, NMAWOS STATION KATS ARTESIA.
Feb 26, 3:30 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 103Pine Springs, TXMESONET STATION 60 PINE SPRINGS GMNP.
Feb 26, 3:30 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND DMGArtesia, NMNUMEROUS REPORTS OF DOWNED POWER LINES, ROOF DAMAGE, AND OTHER WIND-RELATED DAMAGE IN ARTESIA.
Feb 26, 3:38 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 813 Nnw Pine Springs, TXMESONET STATION GDBT2 THE BOWL.
Feb 26, 3:40 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 653 N Lakewood, NMMESONET STATION NMC37 SEVEN RIVERS.
Feb 26, 3:45 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 6011 Nne Van Horn, TXMESONET STATION TWB49 11.2 NE VAN HORN (TWDB).
Feb 26, 3:46 PM CSTDUST STORM3 Nw Humble City, NMVIDEO SHOWING AROUND 1/4 MILE VISIBILITY FROM BLOWING DUST BETWEEN HOBBS AND LOVINGTON.
Feb 26, 3:48 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 713 Nw Wink, TXASOS STATION KINK WINK.
Feb 26, 3:52 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND DMG2 Nne Cottonwood, NMREPORT OF LARGE TREE DOWN OFF LAKE ARTHUR HIGHWAY.
Feb 26, 3:52 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND DMG3 Wsw Avalon, NMSEMI BLOWN OVER ON US HWY 285.
Feb 26, 3:54 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 674 Wnw Mckittrick Canyon, TXMESONET STATION DGCT2 DOG CANYON.
Feb 26, 3:56 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 593 Nw Fort Stockton, TXASOS STATION KFST FORT STOCKTON.
Feb 26, 3:57 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 613 Nw Hobbs, NMMESONET STATION 66 HOBBS, NM/ LEA COUNTY.
Feb 26, 3:58 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 725 Wsw Otis, NMASOS STATION KCNM CARLSBAD.
Feb 26, 4:00 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 6919 Wnw Jal, NMMESONET STATION FW9690 JAL.
Feb 26, 4:00 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND DMGCarlsbad, NMRECEIVED NUMEROUS REPORTS OF WIDESPREAD WIND DAMAGE IN CARLSBAD, INCLUDING DOWNED POWER POLES, DOWNED TREES, ROOF DAMAGE, AND DAMAGE TO OUTBUILDINGS.
Feb 26, 4:13 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 594 N Marfa, TXAWOS STATION KMRF MARFA.
Feb 26, 4:15 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 6221 W Bennett, NMMESONET STATION FW9688 JAL.
Feb 26, 4:15 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 631 Nne Malaga, NMMESONET STATION NMC36 MALAGA.
Feb 26, 4:20 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND DMG2 Ese Artesia, NMREPORT OF DOWNED TREES.
Feb 26, 4:30 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 6210 Wnw Pyote, TXMESONET STATION FW9693 PYOTE.
Feb 26, 4:30 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 6311 Nnw Slash Ranch, TXMESONET STATION FW9691 MENTONE.
Feb 26, 4:30 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 654 Nw Bennett, NMMESONET STATION FW9689 JAL.
Feb 26, 4:35 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 582 Ssw Pecos, TXAWOS STATION KPEQ PECOS CITY.
Feb 26, 4:35 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 76Nadine, NMPERSONAL WEATHER STATION.
Feb 26, 4:39 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 6121 E Malaga, NMMESONET STATION MPAN5 PADUCA.
Feb 26, 4:40 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 717 Nw Maljamar, NMMESONET STATION CPPN5 CAPROCK.
Feb 26, 4:40 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 732 Wsw Tatum, NMMESONET STATION 51 2SW TATUM NM.
Feb 26, 4:45 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 583 N Saragosa, TXMESONET STATION GW2669 SARAGOSA.
Feb 26, 4:45 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 619 Ene Valentine, TXMESONET STATION TWB78 CUERVO RANCH.
Feb 26, 4:50 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 634 Ne Monument, NMAWOS STATION KHOB HOBBS LEA CO.
Feb 26, 4:52 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 791 Ene Pine Springs, TXMESONET STATION PSGT2 PINERY.
Feb 26, 4:56 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 772 Sw Tatum, NMMESONET STATION CW0386 TATUM.
Feb 26, 4:58 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 597 Wsw Mcdonald Observat, TXMESONET STATION WDPT2 WOLF DEN DMP.
Feb 26, 5:14 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 619 E Kent, TX
Feb 26, 5:15 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 633 Se Humble City, NMMESONET STATION FW0979 HOBBS.
Feb 26, 5:16 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 613 Nw Valentine, TXMESONET STATION UR278 2.9 NW VALENTINE (UPR).
Feb 26, 5:30 PM CSTDUST STORM4 N Paynes Corner, TXREPORT OF FIRE IN GAINES COUNTY WITH NEAR ZERO VISIBILITY DUE TO BLOWING DUST.
Feb 26, 5:33 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 672 Nne Seminole, TXMESONET STATION 25 SEMINOLE 2N.
Feb 26, 5:39 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 681 Wsw Seagraves, TXMESONET STATION 15 SEAGRAVES 1SW.
Feb 26, 5:52 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 607 Wsw Pyote, TXMESONET STATION UR226 6.6 W PYOTE (UPR).
Feb 26, 5:52 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 69Welch, TXMESONET STATION 96 WELCH DAWSON COUNTY.
Feb 26, 6:01 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 631 N Odessa, TXMESONET STATION FW9683 ODESSA.
Feb 26, 6:01 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 652 E Andrews, TXMESONET STATION 48 2E ANDREWSW.
Feb 26, 6:12 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 641 Nw Midland Internatio, TXASOS STATION KMAF MIDLAND.
Feb 26, 6:15 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 595 Nnw Odessa, TXASOS STATION KODO ODESSA.
Feb 26, 6:19 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 614 Nw Ryan, TXMESONET STATION UP400 4.0 NW RYAN (UPR).
Feb 26, 6:24 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 612 Sse Lamesa, TXMESONET STATION 18 LAMESA 2SE.
Feb 26, 6:30 PM CSTDUST STORM3 Ene Sparenberg, TXTXDOT RELAYED REPORTS OF CARS STRANDED ON STATE HIGHWAY 87 SOUTH OF LAMESA DUE TO ZERO VISIBILITY.
Feb 26, 6:48 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 582 Ese Gail, TXMESONET STATION 26 GAIL 2SE.
Feb 26, 7:00 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND DMGOdessa, TXREPORTS OF STREETLIGHTS OUT AND POWER OUTAGES IN ODESSA.
Feb 26, 7:10 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 582 S Seminole, TXAWOS STATION KGNC SEMINOLE.
Feb 26, 7:31 PM CSTTSTM WND GST 583 E Snyder, TXMESONET STATION 37 SNYDER 3E.
Feb 26, 7:33 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 581 W Tarzan, TXMESONET STATION 84 2WNW TARZAN TARZAN/MARTIN COUNTY.
Feb 26, 7:36 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 593 Wnw Fluvanna, TXMESONET STATION 31 FLUVANNA 3W.

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 00:00Z, 9.3 hours before the alert went out and 65 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 00:00Z on 2023-02-25Temperature 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°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Midland Regional, TX at 00:00Z on 2023-02-25The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity -47 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
1543 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
82 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
-47 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
125 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

Open this sounding in Storm Lab

The text

As transmitted.

174 
WWUS74 KMAF 250915
NPWMAF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Midland/Odessa TX
315 AM CST Sat Feb 25 2023

NMZ027-TXZ270-271-277-280400-
/O.UPG.KMAF.HW.A.0012.230226T1700Z-230227T1400Z/
/O.NEW.KMAF.HW.W.0011.230226T1700Z-230228T0400Z/
Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County-
Guadalupe Mountains Above 7000 Feet-
Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains-Davis Mountains-
Including the cities of Queen, Guadalupe Mountains NP, 
Pine Springs, and Fort Davis
315 AM CST Sat Feb 25 2023 /215 AM MST Sat Feb 25 2023/

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM CST /10 AM MST/ SUNDAY
TO 10 PM CST /9 PM MST/ MONDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 45 to 65 mph with gusts up to 95 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains, and Davis.

* WHEN...From 11 AM CST /10 AM MST/ Sunday to 10 PM CST /9 PM 
  MST/ Monday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.  Severe 
  turbulence near the mountains will be hazardous for low flying 
  light aircraft.

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.

&&

$$

NMZ028-029-033-034-TXZ045>048-050>052-059>062-067-068-075-272>274-
278-270600-
/O.UPG.KMAF.HW.A.0012.230226T1700Z-230227T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KMAF.HW.W.0011.230226T1700Z-230227T0600Z/
Eddy County Plains-Northern Lea County-Central Lea County-
Southern Lea County-Gaines-Dawson-Borden-Scurry-Andrews-Martin-
Howard-Loving-Winkler-Ector-Midland-Ward-Crane-Pecos-
Van Horn and Highway 54 Corridor-Eastern Culberson County-
Reeves County Plains-Davis Mountains Foothills-
Including the cities of Artesia, Carlsbad, Carlsbad Caverns NP, 
Tatum, Hobbs, Lovington, Eunice, Jal, Seminole, Lamesa, Gail, 
Snyder, Andrews, Stanton, Big Spring, Mentone, Kermit, Odessa, 
Midland, Monahans, Crane, Fort Stockton, Van Horn, Pecos, 
and Alpine
315 AM CST Sat Feb 25 2023 /215 AM MST Sat Feb 25 2023/

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM CST /10 AM MST/ SUNDAY
TO MIDNIGHT CST /11 PM MST/ SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 55 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  expected.

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

* WHEN...From 11 AM CST /10 AM MST/ Sunday to midnight CST /11 
  PM MST/ Sunday night.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

TXZ275-276-279>282-270600-
/O.NEW.KMAF.HW.W.0011.230226T1700Z-230227T0600Z/
Chinati Mountains-Marfa Plateau-Central Brewster County-
Chisos Basin-Presidio Valley-Lower Brewster County-
Including the cities of Marfa, Big Bend NP, Panther Junction, 
Marathon, Chisos Basin, Presidio, Lajitas, and Castolon
315 AM CST Sat Feb 25 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM SUNDAY TO MIDNIGHT CST
SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Rio Grande Valley, Chinati, Marfa Plateau, Central 
  Brewster, and Chisos Basin.

* WHEN...From 11 AM Sunday to midnight CST Sunday night.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

TXZ053-063-069-070-082-270600-
/O.NEW.KMAF.WI.Y.0014.230226T1700Z-230227T0600Z/
Mitchell-Glasscock-Upton-Reagan-Terrell-
Including the cities of Colorado City, Garden City, McCamey, 
Rankin, Big Lake, Dryden, and Sanderson
315 AM CST Sat Feb 25 2023

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM SUNDAY TO MIDNIGHT CST
SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Mitchell, Glasscock, Upton, Reagan and Terrell 
  Counties.

* WHEN...From 11 AM Sunday to midnight CST Sunday night.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects.  
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle.  Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

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

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6 follow-up statements
014 
WWUS74 KMAF 252009
NPWMAF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Midland/Odessa TX
209 PM CST Sat Feb 25 2023

NMZ027-TXZ270-271-277-261100-
/O.CON.KMAF.HW.W.0011.230226T1700Z-230228T0400Z/
Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County-
Guadalupe Mountains Above 7000 Feet-
Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains-Davis Mountains-
Including the cities of Queen, Guadalupe Mountains NP, 
Pine Springs, and Fort Davis
209 PM CST Sat Feb 25 2023 /109 PM MST Sat Feb 25 2023/

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM CST /10 AM MST/
SUNDAY TO 10 PM CST /9 PM MST/ MONDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 50 to 70 mph with gusts up to 100 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Guadalupe, Delaware, and Davis Mountains.

* WHEN...From 11 AM CST /10 AM MST/ Sunday to 10 PM CST /9 PM 
  MST/ Monday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles. Severe turbulence near the 
  mountains will be hazardous for low flying light aircraft. 

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.

&&

$$

NMZ028-029-033-034-TXZ045>048-050>052-059>062-067-068-075-272>276-
278>282-261100-
/O.CON.KMAF.HW.W.0011.230226T1700Z-230227T0600Z/
Eddy County Plains-Northern Lea County-Central Lea County-
Southern Lea County-Gaines-Dawson-Borden-Scurry-Andrews-Martin-
Howard-Loving-Winkler-Ector-Midland-Ward-Crane-Pecos-
Van Horn and Highway 54 Corridor-Eastern Culberson County-
Reeves County Plains-Chinati Mountains-Marfa Plateau-
Davis Mountains Foothills-Central Brewster County-Chisos Basin-
Presidio Valley-Lower Brewster County-
Including the cities of Artesia, Carlsbad, Carlsbad Caverns NP, 
Tatum, Hobbs, Lovington, Eunice, Jal, Seminole, Lamesa, Gail, 
Snyder, Andrews, Stanton, Big Spring, Mentone, Kermit, Odessa, 
Midland, Monahans, Crane, Fort Stockton, Van Horn, Pecos, Marfa, 
Alpine, Big Bend NP, Panther Junction, Marathon, Chisos Basin, 
Presidio, Lajitas, and Castolon
209 PM CST Sat Feb 25 2023 /109 PM MST Sat Feb 25 2023/

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM CST /10 AM MST/
SUNDAY TO MIDNIGHT CST /11 PM MST/ SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 55 mph with gusts up to 75 mph 
  expected.

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

* WHEN...From 11 AM CST /10 AM MST/ Sunday to midnight CST /11 
  PM MST/ Sunday night.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

TXZ053-063-069-070-082-261100-
/O.CON.KMAF.WI.Y.0014.230226T1700Z-230227T0600Z/
Mitchell-Glasscock-Upton-Reagan-Terrell-
Including the cities of Colorado City, Garden City, McCamey, 
Rankin, Big Lake, Dryden, and Sanderson
209 PM CST Sat Feb 25 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM SUNDAY TO MIDNIGHT
CST SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Mitchell, Glasscock, Upton, Reagan and Terrell 
  Counties.

* WHEN...From 11 AM Sunday to midnight CST Sunday night.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/maf
423 
WWUS74 KMAF 260843
NPWMAF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Midland/Odessa TX
243 AM CST Sun Feb 26 2023

NMZ027-TXZ270-271-277-280300-
/O.EXT.KMAF.HW.W.0011.230226T1400Z-230228T0400Z/
Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County-
Guadalupe Mountains Above 7000 Feet-
Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains-Davis Mountains-
Including the cities of Queen, Guadalupe Mountains NP, 
Pine Springs, and Fort Davis
243 AM CST Sun Feb 26 2023 /143 AM MST Sun Feb 26 2023/

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM CST /7 AM MST/ THIS
MORNING TO 10 PM CST /9 PM MST/ MONDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 45 to 65 mph with gusts up to 105 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains, and Davis.

* WHEN...From 8 AM CST /7 AM MST/ this morning to 10 PM CST /9 
  PM MST/ Monday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
  Widespread power outages are expected.  Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.  Severe 
  turbulence near the mountains will be hazardous for low flying 
  light aircraft.

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.

&&

$$

NMZ033-034-TXZ045>048-050>052-060>062-068-270600-
/O.NEW.KMAF.FG.Y.0001.230226T0843Z-230226T1400Z/
/O.CON.KMAF.HW.W.0011.230226T1700Z-230227T0600Z/
Central Lea County-Southern Lea County-Gaines-Dawson-Borden-
Scurry-Andrews-Martin-Howard-Winkler-Ector-Midland-Crane-
Including the cities of Hobbs, Lovington, Eunice, Jal, Seminole, 
Lamesa, Gail, Snyder, Andrews, Stanton, Big Spring, Kermit, 
Odessa, Midland, and Crane
243 AM CST Sun Feb 26 2023 /143 AM MST Sun Feb 26 2023/

...DENSE FOG ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM CST /7 AM MST/ THIS
MORNING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM CST /10 AM MST/
THIS MORNING TO MIDNIGHT CST /11 PM MST/ TONIGHT...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, southwest winds 30 to 50 mph
  with gusts up to 75 mph expected.  For the Dense Fog Advisory, 
  visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog.

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

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, from 11 AM CST /10 AM MST/
  this morning to midnight CST /11 PM MST/ tonight.  For the 
  Dense Fog Advisory, until 8 AM CST /7 AM MST/ this morning.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
  Widespread power outages are expected.  Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.  Hazardous 
  driving conditions due to low visibility.

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.

If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of
distance ahead of you.

&&

$$

NMZ028-029-TXZ059-067-075-272>276-278>282-270600-
/O.CON.KMAF.HW.W.0011.230226T1700Z-230227T0600Z/
Eddy County Plains-Northern Lea County-Loving-Ward-Pecos-
Van Horn and Highway 54 Corridor-Eastern Culberson County-
Reeves County Plains-Chinati Mountains-Marfa Plateau-
Davis Mountains Foothills-Central Brewster County-Chisos Basin-
Presidio Valley-Lower Brewster County-
Including the cities of Artesia, Carlsbad, Carlsbad Caverns NP, 
Tatum, Mentone, Monahans, Fort Stockton, Van Horn, Pecos, Marfa, 
Alpine, Big Bend NP, Panther Junction, Marathon, Chisos Basin, 
Presidio, Lajitas, and Castolon
243 AM CST Sun Feb 26 2023 /143 AM MST Sun Feb 26 2023/

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM CST /10 AM MST/
THIS MORNING TO MIDNIGHT CST /11 PM MST/ TONIGHT...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 55 mph with gusts up to 85 mph 
  expected.

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

* WHEN...From 11 AM CST /10 AM MST/ this morning to midnight CST 
  /11 PM MST/ tonight.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

TXZ053-063-069-070-270600-
/O.NEW.KMAF.FG.Y.0001.230226T0843Z-230226T1400Z/
/O.CON.KMAF.WI.Y.0014.230226T1700Z-230227T0600Z/
Mitchell-Glasscock-Upton-Reagan-
Including the cities of Colorado City, Garden City, McCamey, 
Rankin, and Big Lake
243 AM CST Sun Feb 26 2023

...DENSE FOG ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM CST THIS MORNING...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO
MIDNIGHT CST TONIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Dense Fog Advisory, visibility one quarter mile
  or less in dense fog. For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 25
  to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.

* WHERE...Mitchell, Glasscock, Upton and Reagan Counties.

* WHEN...For the Dense Fog Advisory, until 8 AM CST this morning.  
  For the Wind Advisory, from 11 AM this morning to midnight CST 
  tonight.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Hazardous
  driving conditions due to low visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle.  Secure outdoor objects.

If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of
distance ahead of you.

&&

$$

TXZ082-270600-
/O.CON.KMAF.WI.Y.0014.230226T1700Z-230227T0600Z/
Terrell-
Including the cities of Dryden and Sanderson
243 AM CST Sun Feb 26 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO
MIDNIGHT CST TONIGHT...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 45 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Terrell County.

* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to midnight CST tonight.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects.   
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle.  Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

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

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385 
WWUS74 KMAF 261538
NPWMAF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Midland/Odessa TX
938 AM CST Sun Feb 26 2023

NMZ027-TXZ270-271-277-270600-
/O.CON.KMAF.HW.W.0011.000000T0000Z-230228T0400Z/
Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County-
Guadalupe Mountains Above 7000 Feet-
Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains-Davis Mountains-
Including the cities of Queen, Guadalupe Mountains NP, 
Pine Springs, and Fort Davis
938 AM CST Sun Feb 26 2023 /838 AM MST Sun Feb 26 2023/

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM CST /9 PM MST/
MONDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 45 to 65 mph with gusts up to 105 mph are 
  expected.

* WHERE...Guadalupe, Delaware, and Davis Mountains.

* WHEN...From 8 AM CST /7 AM MST/ this morning to 10 PM CST /9 
  PM MST/ Monday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially
  for high profile vehicles. Severe turbulence near the mountains
  will be hazardous for low flying light aircraft. 

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.

&&

$$

NMZ028-029-033-034-TXZ045>048-050>052-059>062-067-068-075-272>276-
278>282-270600-
/O.CON.KMAF.HW.W.0011.230226T1700Z-230227T0600Z/
Eddy County Plains-Northern Lea County-Central Lea County-
Southern Lea County-Gaines-Dawson-Borden-Scurry-Andrews-Martin-
Howard-Loving-Winkler-Ector-Midland-Ward-Crane-Pecos-
Van Horn and Highway 54 Corridor-Eastern Culberson County-
Reeves County Plains-Chinati Mountains-Marfa Plateau-
Davis Mountains Foothills-Central Brewster County-Chisos Basin-
Presidio Valley-Lower Brewster County-
Including the cities of Artesia, Carlsbad, Carlsbad Caverns NP, 
Tatum, Hobbs, Lovington, Eunice, Jal, Seminole, Lamesa, Gail, 
Snyder, Andrews, Stanton, Big Spring, Mentone, Kermit, Odessa, 
Midland, Monahans, Crane, Fort Stockton, Van Horn, Pecos, Marfa, 
Alpine, Big Bend NP, Panther Junction, Marathon, Chisos Basin, 
Presidio, Lajitas, and Castolon
938 AM CST Sun Feb 26 2023 /838 AM MST Sun Feb 26 2023/

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST /11 PM
MST/ TONIGHT...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 55 mph with gusts up to 85 mph are 
  expected.

* WHERE...The Southeast New Mexico Plains and most of West Texas.

* WHEN...From 11 AM CST /10 AM MST/ this morning to midnight CST 
  /11 PM MST/ tonight.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially
  for high profile vehicles. Blowing dust may result in
  significant visibility reductions.

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.

&&

$$

TXZ053-063-069-070-082-270600-
/O.CON.KMAF.WI.Y.0014.230226T1700Z-230227T0600Z/
Mitchell-Glasscock-Upton-Reagan-Terrell-
Including the cities of Colorado City, Garden City, McCamey, 
Rankin, Big Lake, Dryden, and Sanderson
938 AM CST Sun Feb 26 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph are 
  expected.

* WHERE...Mitchell, Glasscock, Upton and Reagan Counties.

* WHEN...From 11 AM CST this morning to midnight CST tonight.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
  Hazardous driving conditions due to low visibility in blowing
  dust are possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle.  Secure outdoor objects.

If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of
distance ahead of you.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/maf
225 
WWUS74 KMAF 262023
NPWMAF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Midland/Odessa TX
223 PM CST Sun Feb 26 2023

NMZ027-TXZ270-271-277-270830-
/O.CON.KMAF.HW.W.0011.000000T0000Z-230228T0400Z/
Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County-
Guadalupe Mountains Above 7000 Feet-
Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains-Davis Mountains-
Including the cities of Queen, Guadalupe Mountains NP, 
Pine Springs, and Fort Davis
223 PM CST Sun Feb 26 2023 /123 PM MST Sun Feb 26 2023/

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM CST /9 PM MST/
MONDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 45 to 65 mph with gusts up to 105 mph are 
  expected.

* WHERE...Guadalupe, Delaware, and Davis Mountains.

* WHEN...From 8 AM CST /7 AM MST/ this morning to 10 PM CST /9 
  PM MST/ Monday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power 
  lines. Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles. Severe turbulence near 
  the mountains will be hazardous for low flying light aircraft.

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.

&&

$$

NMZ028-029-033-034-TXZ045>048-050>052-059>062-067-068-075-272>276-
278>282-270600-
/O.CON.KMAF.HW.W.0011.000000T0000Z-230227T0600Z/
Eddy County Plains-Northern Lea County-Central Lea County-
Southern Lea County-Gaines-Dawson-Borden-Scurry-Andrews-Martin-
Howard-Loving-Winkler-Ector-Midland-Ward-Crane-Pecos-
Van Horn and Highway 54 Corridor-Eastern Culberson County-
Reeves County Plains-Chinati Mountains-Marfa Plateau-
Davis Mountains Foothills-Central Brewster County-Chisos Basin-
Presidio Valley-Lower Brewster County-
Including the cities of Artesia, Carlsbad, Carlsbad Caverns NP, 
Tatum, Hobbs, Lovington, Eunice, Jal, Seminole, Lamesa, Gail, 
Snyder, Andrews, Stanton, Big Spring, Mentone, Kermit, Odessa, 
Midland, Monahans, Crane, Fort Stockton, Van Horn, Pecos, Marfa, 
Alpine, Big Bend NP, Panther Junction, Marathon, Chisos Basin, 
Presidio, Lajitas, and Castolon
223 PM CST Sun Feb 26 2023 /123 PM MST Sun Feb 26 2023/

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST /11 PM
MST/ TONIGHT...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 55 mph with gusts up to 85 mph are 
  expected.

* WHERE...The Southeast New Mexico Plains and most of West Texas.

* WHEN...From 11 AM CST /10 AM MST/ this morning to midnight CST 
  /11 PM MST/ tonight.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially
  for high profile vehicles. Blowing dust may result in
  significant visibility reductions, particularly downwind of
  plowed fields, construction sites, and oilfield leases.

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.

&&

$$

TXZ053-063-069-070-082-270600-
/O.CON.KMAF.WI.Y.0014.000000T0000Z-230227T0600Z/
Mitchell-Glasscock-Upton-Reagan-Terrell-
Including the cities of Colorado City, Garden City, McCamey, 
Rankin, Big Lake, Dryden, and Sanderson
223 PM CST Sun Feb 26 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  are expected.

* WHERE...Mitchell, Glasscock, Upton and Reagan Counties.

* WHEN...From 11 AM CST this morning to midnight CST tonight.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
  Hazardous driving conditions due to low visibility in blowing
  dust are possible, particularly downwind of plowed fields, 
  construction sites, and oilfield leases.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/maf
226 
WWUS74 KMAF 270937
NPWMAF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Midland/Odessa TX
337 AM CST Mon Feb 27 2023

NMZ027-TXZ270-271-030300-
/O.NEW.KMAF.HW.A.0013.230301T0000Z-230303T0300Z/
/O.CON.KMAF.HW.W.0011.000000T0000Z-230228T0400Z/
Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County-
Guadalupe Mountains Above 7000 Feet-
Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains-
Including the cities of Queen, Guadalupe Mountains NP, 
and Pine Springs
337 AM CST Mon Feb 27 2023 /237 AM MST Mon Feb 27 2023/

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM CST /9 PM MST/
THIS EVENING...
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY EVENING THROUGH
THURSDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 35 to 55 mph with 
  gusts up to 75 mph.  For the High Wind Watch, west winds 40 to 
  60 mph with gusts up to 80 mph possible.

* WHERE...Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 10 PM CST /9 PM MST/ 
  this evening.  For the High Wind Watch, from Tuesday evening 
  through Thursday evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.  Severe 
  turbulence near the mountains will be hazardous for low flying 
  light aircraft.

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.

&&

$$

TXZ277-280400-
/O.CON.KMAF.HW.W.0011.000000T0000Z-230228T0400Z/
Davis Mountains-
Including the city of Fort Davis
337 AM CST Mon Feb 27 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph.

* WHERE...Davis Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.  Severe 
  turbulence near the mountains will be hazardous for low flying 
  light aircraft.

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.

&&

$$

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

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210 
WWUS74 KMAF 271951
NPWMAF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Midland/Odessa TX
151 PM CST Mon Feb 27 2023

NMZ027-TXZ270-271-280800-
/O.UPG.KMAF.HW.A.0013.230301T0000Z-230303T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KMAF.HW.W.0012.230228T1500Z-230303T0300Z/
/O.CON.KMAF.HW.W.0011.000000T0000Z-230228T0400Z/
Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County-
Guadalupe Mountains Above 7000 Feet-
Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains-
Including the cities of Queen, Guadalupe Mountains NP, 
and Pine Springs
151 PM CST Mon Feb 27 2023 /1251 PM MST Mon Feb 27 2023/

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM CST /9 PM MST/
THIS EVENING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM CST /8 AM MST/ TUESDAY
TO 9 PM CST /8 PM MST/ THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the first High Wind Warning, west winds 35 to 45 mph
  with gusts up to 65 mph. For the second High Wind Warning, west
  winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 75 mph expected through
  Thursday morning. West winds 60 to 75 mph with gusts up to 90 
  mph expected Thursday afternoon.

* WHERE...Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains.

* WHEN...For the first High Wind Warning, until 10 PM CST /9 PM 
  MST/ this evening. For the second High Wind Warning, from 9 AM 
  CST /8 AM MST/ Tuesday to 9 PM CST /8 PM MST/ Thursday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

TXZ277-280400-
/O.CON.KMAF.HW.W.0011.000000T0000Z-230228T0400Z/
Davis Mountains-
Including the city of Fort Davis
151 PM CST Mon Feb 27 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Davis Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Severe 
  turbulence near the mountains will be hazardous for low flying 
  light aircraft. 

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.

&&

$$

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

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this high wind warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Midland/Odessa, TX wrote its last area forecast discussion before this high wind warning went out at Feb 24, 10:51 PM CST, 4 hours 24 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Feb 24, 10:51 PM CST, 4 hours 24 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Midland/Odessa TX
1051 PM CST Fri Feb 24 2023

...New AVIATION...

.SHORT TERM...
(This afternoon through Saturday night)
Issued at 319 PM CST Fri Feb 24 2023

Current satellite shows the eastern third of the CWA still stuck
under low cloud cover and temperatures in the 30s. Farther west
temperatures have increased into the 40s and 50s north of I-10 and
the 60s and 70s to the south. Models have not handled the strength
of the cold air very well, certainly nothing new, and in particular
the ensemble NBM guidance has not performed well at all. It
continues its warm bias with the latest run and the short term
forecast out to 12Z Sunday is weighted closer to NAM MET guidance
as well as other ensemble guidance.

The low clouds over the eastern Permian Basin will spread back west
overnight and remain firmly in place throughout the day on Saturday.
Therefore with no clearing, temperatures will struggle to rise in
the afternoon keeping highs in the 40s and 50s. Clear skies in the
western portions of the CWA will experience a pleasant Saturday.
Overrunning moisture continues Saturday night and low level
saturation may allow for fog and light drizzle to form. The NBM
handles temps better for lows but still undercut the guidance by a
couple of degrees.

Hennig

&&

.LONG TERM...
(Sunday through Thursday)
Issued at 319 PM CST Fri Feb 24 2023

Confidence continues to remain high for a major wind storm on Sunday.
By Sunday morning, an upper lvl trough will be approaching the 4
Corners region with increasing southwesterly flow overspreading West
TX and southeast NM. The 850-700 hpa jet will strengthen into the
afternoon as the 500 hpa shrtwv trough approaches the region. Wind
speeds will likely already be approaching high wind criteria across
the western half of the region Sunday afternoon and strong winds
will continue to overspread the region into Sunday evening as a
Pacific cold front races ewd. Most model guidance including the
MET, MAV, and NBS are indicating sustained speeds around 35-45 mph
with gusts approaching 60-75 mph in the plains. The MET and MAV
are even showing a ridiculous 50-70 mph sustained at GDP with
gusts approaching 95 to 100 mph. This is pretty rare territory
even for GDP standards. Compressional downslope warming will
result in highs reaching well above normal into the low to mid 80s
across the eastern half of the region. Late Sunday evening into
Sunday night as the Pacific cold front reaches the far eastern
Permian Basin, a line of thunderstorms could develop. This will be
highly dependent on where the cold front and the dryline
collision occurs, but the best chances for thunderstorms will be
mainly east of the forecast area across the Low Rolling Plains and
Concho Valley.

Our period of chaotic weather will finally come to an end on Monday
with cooler temperatures expected in the wake of the Pacific cold
front. High winds could last through early Monday morning across the
Guadalupe and Davis mountains. Very dry air will filter into the
region on Monday as westerly winds prevail. West to southwesterly
flow aloft will carry through much of next week, bringing steadily
warming temperatures as highs remain mostly in the 70s and lower 80s
through Wednesday. Periods of high winds are expected to continue
Tuesday through Thursday at GDP as the mid-lvl jet remains stout.
The next upper lvl trough will begin to dig across the Intermountain
West on Thursday and drag a cold front through the area. Right now
this system looks to bring more wind and little in regards to
precipitation chances. Temperatures will cool back down to near
normal by Friday in the wake of a cold front.

-Salerno

&&

.AVIATION...
(06Z TAFS)
Issued at 1026 PM CST Fri Feb 24 2023

MVFR ceilings have developed at MAF. Elsewhere remains VFR at this
time. Ceilings are expected to continue to fall from east to west
across the region. Most terminals fall to MVFR first. MAF and HOB
fall to IFR ceilings followed by INK and FST overnight. HOB is
expected to develop fog with the IFR ceilings but fog elsewhere
appears less likely with lower confidence. Ceilings may improve
with western extent during the afternoon tomorrow. HOB and MAF are
least likely to see improvement, likely remaining IFR. INK is a
little uncertain on if ceilings climb back to MVFR or continue to
hold at IFR. Ceilings are expected to fall again towards the end
of the TAF period.

&&

.FIRE WEATHER...
Issued at 319 PM CST Fri Feb 24 2023

A stalled cold front will keep temperatures well below normal along
and north of the Pecos River through Saturday. Much of the region
will see very good to excellent through Sunday morning. Critical
fire weather conditions are expected to materialize Sunday afternoon
with the arrival of a potent storm system. RFTIs will increase to
around 5 or critical across much of the region Sunday afternoon and
evening due to the strong winds, however the lowest relative
humidity (below 15 percent) will be confined to areas south of the
Pecos River, mainly across the Big Bend Region. In addition, ERCs
are forecast remain in the 50th to 70th keeping the potential for
significant wildfires low. Therefore we will hold off on issuing
a watch. A cold front will pass through the region late Sunday
night bringing much drier air into the area. Minimum humidity will
remain less than 15 percent for much of the area from Monday
onwards with poor overnight recover anticipated. This will result
in periods of elevated to near critical fire weather through much
of next week.

-Salerno

&&

.PRELIMINARY POINT TEMPS/POPS...
Big Spring               33  46  45  87 /   0  20  10  10
Carlsbad                 37  60  49  71 /   0  10  10  10
Dryden                   45  56  53  86 /  10  20  10   0
Fort Stockton            41  60  54  86 /   0  10  10   0
Guadalupe Pass           42  62  52  63 /   0  10  10  10
Hobbs                    33  52  47  75 /   0  20  10  10
Marfa                    40  72  49  80 /   0  10  10  10
Midland Intl Airport     34  47  46  84 /   0  20  10  10
Odessa                   35  47  46  81 /   0  20  10  10
Wink                     38  55  51  81 /   0  10  10  10

&&

.MAF WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
TX...High Wind Watch from Sunday morning through Monday morning for
     Davis Mountains-Guadalupe Mountains Above 7000 Feet-
     Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains.

     High Wind Watch from Sunday morning through Sunday evening for
     Andrews-Borden-Crane-Davis Mountains Foothills-Dawson-
     Eastern Culberson County-Ector-Gaines-Howard-Loving-Martin-
     Midland-Pecos-Reeves County Plains-Scurry-Van Horn and
     Highway 54 Corridor-Ward-Winkler.

NM...High Wind Watch from Sunday morning through Monday morning for
     Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County.

     High Wind Watch from Sunday morning through Sunday evening for
     Central Lea County-Eddy County Plains-Northern Lea County-
     Southern Lea County.

&&

SHORT TERM...10
LONG TERM....24
AVIATION...91
Hazardous weather outlook, Feb 25, 3:15 AM CST, 0 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Midland/Odessa TX
315 AM CST Sat Feb 25 2023

NMZ027>029-033-034-TXZ045>048-050>053-059>063-067>070-075-082-
270>282-260915-
Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County-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-Terrell-
Guadalupe Mountains Above 7000 Feet-Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains-
Van Horn and Highway 54 Corridor-Eastern Culberson County-
Reeves County Plains-Chinati Mountains-Marfa Plateau-Davis Mountains-
Davis Mountains Foothills-Central Brewster County-Chisos Basin-
Presidio Valley-Lower Brewster County-
315 AM CST Sat Feb 25 2023 /215 AM MST Sat Feb 25 2023/

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for southeast New Mexico,
southwest Texas and western Texas.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

No hazardous weather is expected through tonight.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Sunday through Friday.

A High Wind Warning is in effect Sunday morning through Monday
evening for the Guadalupe, Delaware and Davis Mountains.

A High Wind Warning is in effect Sunday and Sunday evening for the
Southeast New Mexico plains and most of adjacent West Texas.

A Wind Advisory is in effect Sunday and Sunday evening for Glasscock,
Mitchell, Reagan, Terrell, and Upton Counties.

There is a slight risk of severe storms late Sunday afternoon and
evening, mainly over the Western Low Rolling Plains.  Any severe
storms that do develop will be accompanied by large hail and
damaging winds.

High winds are possible Tuesday through Thursday night, and Friday
night, mainly in the Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather
conditions according to Standard Operating Procedures.

This product, along with other watches, warnings, advisories,
and statements issued by the National Weather Service Office in
Midland, can be found on the internet at...
https://weather.gov/midland

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The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Feb 25, 3:15 AM CSTWind AdvisoryMAFGlasscock, Mitchell, Reagan, Terrell, Upton45 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.