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Published: 28 September 2020 28 September 2020

wind advisory lowlands 092820Southwest Desert/Lower Gila River Valley-Lowlands of the Bootheel-
Including the cities of Lordsburg, Red Rock, Virden,
Antelope Wells, Animas, and Hachita
904 AM MDT Mon Sep 28 2020

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MDT THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 30 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph
expected. Stronger winds gusts will occur along the western
slopes of area mountains. Blowing dust is lingering, and
dropping visibilities to 7SM in some areas. Visibilities are
expected to remain at or above 5SM around I-10 at this time.
Visibilities could drop on the west to northwest side of
Lordsburg Playa.

* WHERE...The lowlands of Hidalgo county, including the
southwestern lowlands of Grant County.

* WHEN...Now until 2 PM MDT this afternoon.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured
objects and could also knock down tree limbs. Additionally,
these strong winds will create areas of blowing dust with
reductions in visibility possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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