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Published: 12 February 2023 12 February 2023

high wind warning 0214 021523Southern Gila Highlands/Black Range-Eastern Black Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Silver City, Lake Roberts, Kingston,
Fort Bayard, Hillsboro, and Winston
207 PM MST Sun Feb 12 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM MST MONDAY...
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE MONDAY NIGHT THROUGH
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with
gusts up to 50 mph expected. For the High Wind Watch, west
winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 75 mph possible.

* WHERE...Southern Gila Highlands and the Black Range.

* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from noon to 8 PM MST Monday.
For the High Wind Watch, from late Monday night through
Wednesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...For the Wind Advisory, travel could be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles. For the High Wind Watch,
damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are possible.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...An extended period of strong and gusty
winds is expected through Wednesday afternoon. On Monday, the
strongest winds will be during the afternoon hours. However, the
strongest winds of the week are expected on Tuesday.

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.