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High Wind Watch issued October 13 at 12:05PM MDT until October 16

Affecting Middle Rio Grande Valley/Albuquerque Metro Area; Lower Rio Grande Valley; South Central Highlands; Upper Tularosa Valley

In effect until: Oct 14, 2026, 3:00 AM

Middle Rio Grande Valley/Albuquerque Metro Area; Lower Rio Grande Valley; South Central Highlands; Upper Tularosa Valley

Possible impact zone; conditions develop through 3:00 AM.

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...East winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible.

* WHERE...Middle Rio Grande Valley including the Albuquerque Metro
Area, Lower Rio Grande Valley, South Central Highlands, and Upper
Tularosa Valley.

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

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest wind gusts will be at canyon
openings in eastern Albuquerque and in Carrizozo.

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

High Wind Watch issued October 13 at 12:05PM MDT until October 16

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