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High Wind Warning 21, NWS Midland/Odessa, TX

April 2, 202318 counties in Texas; Eddy County, Lea County, New Mexico

NWS Midland/Odessa, TX issued this high wind warning at Apr 2, 2023, 1:11 PM CDT for 18 counties in Texas; Eddy County, Lea County, New Mexico. It took effect at Apr 3, 2023, 12:00 PM CDT. It was in force for 39 hr. 9 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
Apr 2, 2023, 1:11 PM CDT (18:11 UTC)
In effect from
Apr 3, 2023, 12:00 PM CDT
Expired
Apr 5, 2023, 3:00 AM CDT
In force
39 hr
Issued by
NWS Midland/Odessa, TX

Counties Eddy County, NM, Lea County, NM, Andrews County, TX, Borden County, TX, Brewster 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), 67 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 18:11 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
Apr 3, 6:22 PM CDTNON-TSTM WND GST 64Pine Springs, TXMESONET STATION 60 PINE SPRINGS GMNP.
Apr 4, 3:23 PM CDTNON-TSTM WND GST 595 Wsw Otis, NMASOS STATION KCNM CARLSBAD.
Apr 4, 4:15 PM CDTNON-TSTM WND GST 6516 S Orla, TXCWOP STATION FW9692 PECOS.
Apr 4, 4:36 PM CDTNON-TSTM WND GST 632 Sw Tatum, NMCWOP STATION CW0386 TATUM.
Apr 4, 5:30 PM CDTNON-TSTM WND GST 93Pine Springs, TX
Apr 4, 5:35 PM CDTNON-TSTM WND GST 692 W Artesia, NMAWOS STATION KATS.
Apr 4, 5:40 PM CDTNON-TSTM WND GST 627 Nw Maljamar, NMRAWS CPPN5 CAPROCK.
Apr 4, 7:38 PM CDTNON-TSTM WND GST 723 Nnw Pine Springs, TXRAWS GDBT2 THE BOWL.
Apr 4, 7:52 PM CDTNON-TSTM WND GST 741 Ene Pine Springs, TXRAWS PSGT2 PINERY.

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, 6.2 hours before the alert went out and 66 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 2023-04-02Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 116 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, Midland Regional, TX at 12:00Z on 2023-04-02The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 223 square meters per square second.1939587897117136Sfc1 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
116 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
-305 J/kg
Mixed-layer LCL
1608 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
65 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
223 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
185 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.1

Open this sounding in Storm Lab

The text

As transmitted.

726 
WWUS74 KMAF 021811
NPWMAF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Midland/Odessa TX
111 PM CDT Sun Apr 2 2023

NMZ027-TXZ270-271-031000-
/O.UPG.KMAF.HW.A.0021.230404T0000Z-230405T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KMAF.HW.W.0021.230403T1700Z-230405T0800Z/
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
111 PM CDT Sun Apr 2 2023 /1211 PM MDT Sun Apr 2 2023/

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON CDT /11 AM MDT/ MONDAY
TO 3 AM CDT /2 AM MDT/ WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...On Monday, west winds 35 to 55 mph with gusts up to 75 
  mph are expected. On Tuesday, west winds 50 to 70 mph with gusts
  up to 100 mph are expected.

* WHERE...Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains.

* WHEN...From noon CDT /11 AM MDT/ Monday to 3 AM CDT /2 AM MDT/ 
  Wednesday.

* 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-TXZ273-031000-
/O.NEW.KMAF.WI.Y.0026.230403T1700Z-230404T1400Z/
/O.EXT.KMAF.HW.A.0021.230404T1400Z-230405T0400Z/
Eddy County Plains-Eastern Culberson County-
Including the cities of Artesia, Carlsbad, 
and Carlsbad Caverns NP
111 PM CDT Sun Apr 2 2023 /1211 PM MDT Sun Apr 2 2023/

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON CDT /11 AM MDT/ MONDAY TO
9 AM CDT /8 AM MDT/ TUESDAY...
...HIGH WIND WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY MORNING THROUGH
TUESDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 30 to 45 mph with
  gusts up to 55 mph are expected. For the High Wind Watch, west
  winds 40 to 60 mph with gusts up to 80 mph are possible.

* WHERE...In New Mexico, Eddy County Plains. In Texas, Eastern 
  Culberson County.

* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from noon CDT /11 AM MDT/ Monday 
  to 9 AM CDT /8 AM MDT/ Tuesday. For the High Wind Watch, from 
  Tuesday morning through Tuesday evening.

* 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 reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

NMZ029-033-TXZ272-275-277-031000-
/O.NEW.KMAF.WI.Y.0026.230403T1700Z-230404T1400Z/
/O.EXB.KMAF.HW.A.0021.230404T1400Z-230405T0400Z/
Northern Lea County-Central Lea County-
Van Horn and Highway 54 Corridor-Chinati Mountains-
Davis Mountains-
Including the cities of Tatum, Hobbs, Lovington, Van Horn, 
and Fort Davis
111 PM CDT Sun Apr 2 2023 /1211 PM MDT Sun Apr 2 2023/

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON CDT /11 AM MDT/ MONDAY TO
9 AM CDT /8 AM MDT/ TUESDAY...
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY MORNING THROUGH TUESDAY
EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 25 to 35 mph 
  with gusts up to 50 mph are expected. For the High Wind Watch, 
  west winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph are possible.

* WHERE...In New Mexico, Northern Lea and Central Lea Counties. 
  In Texas, Van Horn and Highway 54 Corridor, and Chinati and 
  Davis Mountains.

* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from noon CDT /11 AM MDT/ Monday 
  to 9 AM CDT /8 AM MDT/ Tuesday. For the High Wind Watch, from 
  Tuesday morning through Tuesday evening.

* 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 reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

NMZ034-TXZ045>048-050>053-059>062-067-075-274-276-278>282-031000-
/O.EXB.KMAF.HW.A.0021.230404T1400Z-230405T0400Z/
Southern Lea County-Gaines-Dawson-Borden-Scurry-Andrews-Martin-
Howard-Mitchell-Loving-Winkler-Ector-Midland-Ward-Pecos-
Reeves County Plains-Marfa Plateau-Davis Mountains Foothills-
Central Brewster County-Chisos Basin-Presidio Valley-
Lower Brewster County-
Including the cities of Eunice, Jal, Seminole, Lamesa, Gail, 
Snyder, Andrews, Stanton, Big Spring, Colorado City, Mentone, 
Kermit, Odessa, Midland, Monahans, Fort Stockton, Pecos, Marfa, 
Alpine, Big Bend NP, Panther Junction, Marathon, Chisos Basin, 
Presidio, Lajitas, and Castolon
111 PM CDT Sun Apr 2 2023 /1211 PM MDT Sun Apr 2 2023/

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY MORNING THROUGH TUESDAY
EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph are  
  possible.

* WHERE...Portions of Southeast New Mexico and most of West Texas.

* WHEN...From Tuesday morning through Tuesday evening.

* 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 reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/maf
4 follow-up statements
058 
WWUS74 KMAF 030823
NPWMAF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Midland/Odessa TX
323 AM CDT Mon Apr 3 2023

NMZ028-029-033-TXZ272-273-275-277-050400-
/O.UPG.KMAF.HW.A.0021.230404T1400Z-230405T0400Z/
/O.EXB.KMAF.HW.W.0021.230404T1400Z-230405T0400Z/
/O.CON.KMAF.WI.Y.0026.230403T1700Z-230404T1400Z/
Eddy County Plains-Northern Lea County-Central Lea County-
Van Horn and Highway 54 Corridor-Eastern Culberson County-
Chinati Mountains-Davis Mountains-
Including the cities of Artesia, Carlsbad, Carlsbad Caverns NP, 
Tatum, Hobbs, Lovington, Van Horn, and Fort Davis
323 AM CDT Mon Apr 3 2023 /223 AM MDT Mon Apr 3 2023/

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON CDT /11 AM MDT/
TODAY TO 9 AM CDT /8 AM MDT/ TUESDAY...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM CDT /8 AM MDT/ TO 11 PM
CDT /10 PM MDT/ TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with
  gusts up to 55 mph expected.  For the High Wind Warning, west 
  winds 35 to 55 mph with gusts up to 85 mph expected.

* WHERE...In New Mexico, Eddy County Plains, and Northern Lea 
  and Central Lea Counties.  In Texas, Van Horn and Highway 54 
  Corridor, Eastern Culberson County, and Chinati and Davis 
  Mountains.

* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from noon CDT /11 AM MDT/ today 
  to 9 AM CDT /8 AM MDT/ Tuesday.  For the High Wind Warning, 
  from 9 AM CDT /8 AM MDT/ to 11 PM CDT /10 PM MDT/ Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will 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.

&&

$$

NMZ034-TXZ045>048-050>052-059>062-067-075-274-276-278>282-050400-
/O.UPG.KMAF.HW.A.0021.230404T1400Z-230405T0400Z/
/O.EXB.KMAF.HW.W.0021.230404T1400Z-230405T0400Z/
Southern Lea County-Gaines-Dawson-Borden-Scurry-Andrews-Martin-
Howard-Loving-Winkler-Ector-Midland-Ward-Pecos-
Reeves County Plains-Marfa Plateau-Davis Mountains Foothills-
Central Brewster County-Chisos Basin-Presidio Valley-
Lower Brewster County-
Including the cities of Eunice, Jal, Seminole, Lamesa, Gail, 
Snyder, Andrews, Stanton, Big Spring, Mentone, Kermit, Odessa, 
Midland, Monahans, Fort Stockton, Pecos, Marfa, Alpine, 
Big Bend NP, Panther Junction, Marathon, Chisos Basin, Presidio, 
Lajitas, and Castolon
323 AM CDT Mon Apr 3 2023 /223 AM MDT Mon Apr 3 2023/

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM CDT /8 AM MDT/ TO 11 PM
CDT /10 PM MDT/ TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

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

* WHEN...From 9 AM CDT /8 AM MDT/ to 11 PM CDT /10 PM MDT/ 
  Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
  Power outages are possible.  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.

&&

$$

NMZ027-TXZ270-271-050800-
/O.CON.KMAF.HW.W.0021.230403T1700Z-230405T0800Z/
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
323 AM CDT Mon Apr 3 2023 /223 AM MDT Mon Apr 3 2023/

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON CDT /11 AM MDT/
TODAY TO 3 AM CDT /2 AM MDT/ WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 50 to 70 mph with gusts up to 95 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains.

* WHEN...From noon CDT /11 AM MDT/ today to 3 AM CDT /2 AM MDT/ 
  Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will 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.

&&

$$

TXZ053-050400-
/O.UPG.KMAF.HW.A.0021.230404T1400Z-230405T0400Z/
/O.EXB.KMAF.WI.Y.0026.230404T1400Z-230405T0400Z/
Mitchell-
Including the city of Colorado City
323 AM CDT Mon Apr 3 2023

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 11 PM CDT TUESDAY...

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

* WHERE...Mitchell County.

* WHEN...From 9 AM to 11 PM CDT Tuesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

TXZ063-068>070-082-050400-
/O.EXB.KMAF.WI.Y.0026.230404T1400Z-230405T0400Z/
Glasscock-Crane-Upton-Reagan-Terrell-
Including the cities of Garden City, Crane, McCamey, Rankin, 
Big Lake, Dryden, and Sanderson
323 AM CDT Mon Apr 3 2023

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 11 PM CDT TUESDAY...

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

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

* WHEN...From 9 AM to 11 PM CDT Tuesday.

* 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
025 
WWUS74 KMAF 031852
NPWMAF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Midland/Odessa TX
152 PM CDT Mon Apr 3 2023

NMZ028-029-033-TXZ272-273-275-277-041100-
/O.EXT.KMAF.HW.W.0021.230404T1200Z-230405T0400Z/
/O.EXT.KMAF.WI.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-230404T1200Z/
Eddy County Plains-Northern Lea County-Central Lea County-
Van Horn and Highway 54 Corridor-Eastern Culberson County-
Chinati Mountains-Davis Mountains-
Including the cities of Artesia, Carlsbad, Carlsbad Caverns NP, 
Tatum, Hobbs, Lovington, Van Horn, and Fort Davis
152 PM CDT Mon Apr 3 2023 /1252 PM MDT Mon Apr 3 2023/

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CDT /6 AM MDT/
TUESDAY...
...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM CDT /6 AM MDT/ TO
11 PM CDT /10 PM MDT/ TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with
  gusts up to 55 mph expected. For the High Wind Warning, west
  winds 35 to 55 mph with gusts up to 80 mph expected. 

* WHERE...In New Mexico, Eddy County Plains, and Northern Lea 
  and Central Lea Counties. In Texas, Van Horn and Highway 54 
  Corridor, Eastern Culberson County, and Chinati and Davis 
  Mountains. 

* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 7 AM CDT /6 AM MDT/ 
  Tuesday. For the High Wind Warning, from 7 AM CDT /6 AM MDT/ 
  to 11 PM CDT /10 PM MDT/ Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will 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.

&&

$$

NMZ034-TXZ045>048-050>052-059>062-067-075-274-276-278>282-041100-
/O.EXT.KMAF.HW.W.0021.230404T1200Z-230405T0400Z/
Southern Lea County-Gaines-Dawson-Borden-Scurry-Andrews-Martin-
Howard-Loving-Winkler-Ector-Midland-Ward-Pecos-
Reeves County Plains-Marfa Plateau-Davis Mountains Foothills-
Central Brewster County-Chisos Basin-Presidio Valley-
Lower Brewster County-
Including the cities of Eunice, Jal, Seminole, Lamesa, Gail, 
Snyder, Andrews, Stanton, Big Spring, Mentone, Kermit, Odessa, 
Midland, Monahans, Fort Stockton, Pecos, Marfa, Alpine, 
Big Bend NP, Panther Junction, Marathon, Chisos Basin, Presidio, 
Lajitas, and Castolon
152 PM CDT Mon Apr 3 2023 /1252 PM MDT Mon Apr 3 2023/

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM CDT /6 AM MDT/ TO
11 PM CDT /10 PM MDT/ TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

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

* WHEN...From 7 AM CDT /6 AM MDT/ to 11 PM CDT /10 PM MDT/ 
  Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. 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.

&&

$$

NMZ027-TXZ270-271-041100-
/O.CON.KMAF.HW.W.0021.000000T0000Z-230405T0800Z/
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
152 PM CDT Mon Apr 3 2023 /1252 PM MDT Mon Apr 3 2023/

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM CDT /2 AM MDT/
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 50 to 70 mph with gusts up to 95 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains.

* WHEN...From noon CDT /11 AM MDT/ today to 3 AM CDT /2 AM MDT/ 
  Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will 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.

&&

$$

TXZ053-063-068>070-082-041100-
/O.EXT.KMAF.WI.Y.0026.230404T1200Z-230405T0400Z/
Mitchell-Glasscock-Crane-Upton-Reagan-Terrell-
Including the cities of Colorado City, Garden City, Crane, 
McCamey, Rankin, Big Lake, Dryden, and Sanderson
152 PM CDT Mon Apr 3 2023

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 11 PM CDT TUESDAY...

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

* WHERE...Mitchell County.

* WHEN...From 7 AM to 11 PM CDT Tuesday.

* 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
439 
WWUS74 KMAF 040804
NPWMAF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Midland/Odessa TX
304 AM CDT Tue Apr 4 2023

NMZ028-029-033-TXZ272-273-275-277-042015-
/O.CON.KMAF.HW.W.0021.230404T1200Z-230405T0400Z/
/O.CON.KMAF.WI.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-230404T1200Z/
Eddy County Plains-Northern Lea County-Central Lea County-
Van Horn and Highway 54 Corridor-Eastern Culberson County-
Chinati Mountains-Davis Mountains-
Including the cities of Artesia, Carlsbad, Carlsbad Caverns NP, 
Tatum, Hobbs, Lovington, Van Horn, and Fort Davis
304 AM CDT Tue Apr 4 2023 /204 AM MDT Tue Apr 4 2023/

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CDT /6 AM MDT/ THIS
MORNING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM CDT /6 AM MDT/
THIS MORNING TO 11 PM CDT /10 PM MDT/ THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 30 to 40 mph 
  with gusts up to 55 mph expected. For the High Wind Warning, 
  west winds 35 to 55 mph with gusts up to 80 mph expected.

* WHERE...In New Mexico, Eddy County Plains, and Northern Lea 
  and Central Lea Counties. In Texas, Van Horn and Highway 54 
  Corridor, Eastern Culberson County, and Chinati and Davis 
  Mountains.

* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 7 AM CDT /6 AM MDT/ 
  Tuesday. For the High Wind Warning, from 7 AM CDT /6 AM MDT/ 
  to 11 PM CDT /10 PM MDT/ Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will 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.

&&

$$

NMZ027-TXZ270-271-042015-
/O.CON.KMAF.HW.W.0021.000000T0000Z-230405T0800Z/
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
304 AM CDT Tue Apr 4 2023 /204 AM MDT Tue Apr 4 2023/

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM CDT /2 AM MDT/
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 50 to 70 mph with gusts up to 95 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains.

* WHEN...From noon CDT /11 AM MDT/ today to 3 AM CDT /2 AM MDT/ 
  Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will 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.

&&

$$

NMZ034-TXZ045>048-050>052-059>062-067-075-274-276-278>282-042015-
/O.CON.KMAF.HW.W.0021.230404T1200Z-230405T0400Z/
Southern Lea County-Gaines-Dawson-Borden-Scurry-Andrews-Martin-
Howard-Loving-Winkler-Ector-Midland-Ward-Pecos-
Reeves County Plains-Marfa Plateau-Davis Mountains Foothills-
Central Brewster County-Chisos Basin-Presidio Valley-
Lower Brewster County-
Including the cities of Eunice, Jal, Seminole, Lamesa, Gail, 
Snyder, Andrews, Stanton, Big Spring, Mentone, Kermit, Odessa, 
Midland, Monahans, Fort Stockton, Pecos, Marfa, Alpine, 
Big Bend NP, Panther Junction, Marathon, Chisos Basin, Presidio, 
Lajitas, and Castolon
304 AM CDT Tue Apr 4 2023 /204 AM MDT Tue Apr 4 2023/

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM CDT /6 AM MDT/
THIS MORNING TO 11 PM CDT /10 PM MDT/ THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

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

* WHEN...From 7 AM CDT /6 AM MDT/ to 11 PM CDT /10 PM MDT/ 
  Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
  Power outages are possible. 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.

&&

$$

TXZ053-063-068>070-082-042015-
/O.CON.KMAF.WI.Y.0026.230404T1200Z-230405T0400Z/
Mitchell-Glasscock-Crane-Upton-Reagan-Terrell-
Including the cities of Colorado City, Garden City, Crane, 
McCamey, Rankin, Big Lake, Dryden, and Sanderson
304 AM CDT Tue Apr 4 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO
11 PM CDT THIS EVENING...

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

* WHERE...Mitchell County.

* WHEN...From 7 AM to 11 PM CDT Tuesday.

* 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
149 
WWUS74 KMAF 041904
NPWMAF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Midland/Odessa TX
204 PM CDT Tue Apr 4 2023

NMZ027-TXZ270-271-050715-
/O.CON.KMAF.HW.W.0021.000000T0000Z-230405T0800Z/
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
204 PM CDT Tue Apr 4 2023 /104 PM MDT Tue Apr 4 2023/

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM CDT /2 AM MDT/
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 50 to 70 mph with gusts up to 95 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains.

* WHEN...From noon CDT /11 AM MDT/ today to 3 AM CDT /2 AM MDT/ 
  Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will 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>062-067-075-272>282-
050400-
/O.CON.KMAF.HW.W.0021.000000T0000Z-230405T0400Z/
Eddy County Plains-Northern Lea County-Central Lea County-
Southern Lea County-Gaines-Dawson-Borden-Scurry-Andrews-Martin-
Howard-Loving-Winkler-Ector-Midland-Ward-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-
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, Fort Stockton, Van Horn, Pecos, Marfa, 
Fort Davis, Alpine, Big Bend NP, Panther Junction, Marathon, 
Chisos Basin, Presidio, Lajitas, and Castolon
204 PM CDT Tue Apr 4 2023 /104 PM MDT Tue Apr 4 2023/

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM CDT /10 PM
MDT/ THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 55 mph with gusts up to 80 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...In New Mexico, Eddy County Plains, and Northern Lea 
  and Central Lea Counties. In Texas, Van Horn and Highway 54 
  Corridor, Eastern Culberson County, and Chinati and Davis 
  Mountains.

* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 7 AM CDT /6 AM MDT/ 
  Tuesday. For the High Wind Warning, from 7 AM CDT /6 AM MDT/ 
  to 11 PM CDT /10 PM MDT/ Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will 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.

&&

$$

TXZ053-063-068>070-082-050400-
/O.CON.KMAF.WI.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-230405T0400Z/
Mitchell-Glasscock-Crane-Upton-Reagan-Terrell-
Including the cities of Colorado City, Garden City, Crane, 
McCamey, Rankin, Big Lake, Dryden, and Sanderson
204 PM CDT Tue Apr 4 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM CDT THIS EVENING...

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

* WHERE...Mitchell County.

* WHEN...From 7 AM to 11 PM CDT Tuesday.

* 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

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Apr 1, 7:47 PM CDTHigh Wind WatchMAFAndrews, Borden, Brewster, Culberson, Dawson, Ector and 13 more32 hr
Apr 2, 1:11 PM CDTWind AdvisoryMAFBrewster, Crane, Culberson, Glasscock, Jeff Davis, Mitchell and 4 more58 hr
Apr 2, 1:12 PM CDTRed Flag WarningMAFAndrews, Borden, Brewster, Crane, Culberson, Dawson and 18 more58 hr

Nearby

High Wind Warnings in Texas, 2023High Wind Warnings in New Mexico, 2023Every high wind warning in 2023

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.