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High Wind Watch issued October 13 at 10:49PM MDT until October 16

Affecting East Central Tularosa Basin/Alamogordo; Southeast Tularosa Basin

In effect until: Oct 14, 2026, 2:00 PM

East Central Tularosa Basin/Alamogordo; Southeast Tularosa Basin

Possible impact zone; conditions develop through 2:00 PM.

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

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* WHAT...Northeast winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph
possible.

* WHERE...Eastern Tularosa Basin.

* WHEN...From Thursday evening through Friday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Backdoor cold front arriving Thursday night could lead to damaging
winds especially over mountain ridges and west slopes. Travel could
be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds will occur Thursday night into
Friday morning especially over mountain ridges and west slopes.

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Alert data: U.S. National Weather Service / NOAA · Translation: WeatherTranslate™

High Wind Watch issued October 13 at 10:49PM MDT until October 16

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