Weather
Updated to Red Flag Warning 030622
ELEVATED TO NEAR CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS SUNDAY AFTERNOON... .A weather system passing north of the area on Sunday will generate strong west winds over the area, resulting in wind speeds in the 25 to 35 mph range by the afternoon. Very dry conditions persist with relative humidity values across the desert lowlands to be in the lower to middle teens. These conditions will result in high fire danger that will allow fires to spread quickly. Cooler temperatures behind a passing cold front will slightly lower the threat. Humidity values in the mountains will be higher and will lessen fire danger chances to below critical thresholds. Far western area will also see lower winds and lesser chances for critical fire weather conditions.
NEW MEXICO FIRE WEATHER ZONE 111
SOUTHWEST DESERTS AND LOWLANDS/LAS CRUCES BLM/GLZ-
REMOVED: Road Closure Lordsburg I-10 both westbound lanes 030422
I-10 westbound into AZ is now open, removed from NM Roads.
ROAD ADVISORY
ROAD CLOSURE Lordsburg
I-10 both westbound lanes will be closed at milepost 20(Lordsburg West), I-10 traffic will be rerouted to US 70. Arizona DPS requested closure due to a dust storm on the Arizona side. Motorists are asked to reduce speed, obey posted signs, and watch for emergency personnel, use extreme caution.
Wind Advisory 030422
Southern Gila Highlands/Black Range-
Southern Gila Foothills/Mimbres Valley-
Southwest Desert/Lower Gila River Valley-Lowlands of the Bootheel-
Uplands of the Bootheel-Southwest Desert/Mimbres Basin-
Eastern Black Range Foothills-Sierra County Lakes-
Northern Dona Ana County-Southern Dona Ana County/Mesilla Valley-
Sacramento Mountains Above 7500 Feet-
East Slopes Sacramento Mountains Below 7500 Feet-
Including the cities of Silver City, Lake Roberts, Kingston,
Fort Bayard, Mimbres, Hurley, Faywood, Grant County Airport,
Lordsburg, Red Rock, Virden, Antelope Wells, Animas, Hachita,
Cloverdale, Deming, Columbus, Hillsboro, Winston,
Truth Or Consequences, Derry, Spaceport, Garfield, Hatch,
Radium Springs, Las Cruces, Vado, Sunland Park, Cloudcroft,
Sunspot, Apache Summit, Mayhill, Pinon, and Sacramento
142 PM MST Thu Mar 3 2022
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 8 PM MST FRIDAY...
* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph
expected. East slope locations will see occasionally stronger
winds.
* WHERE...For all of Hidalgo and Luna Counties and portions of
Dona Ana, Grant, and Sierra Counties in southern New Mexico,
plus the Sacramento Mountains and it's east slopes.
* WHEN...From 11 AM to 8 PM MST Friday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds will make driving hazardous,
especially along north/south running roads and highways. The
strong winds will also create areas of blowing dust which will
cause quickly changing visibilities for motorists.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.
Updated to Red Flag Warning 030422
ELEVATED TO CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS ON FRIDAY AFTERNOON... .An upper level storm system brings windy conditions on Friday afternoon. The strong and gusty southwesterly winds will combine with low relative humidity below 15%, and above normal temperatures. This will result in elevated to critical fire weather conditions for portions of southwestern and south-central New Mexico.
NEW MEXICO FIRE WEATHER ZONE 110
SOUTHWEST MOUNTAINS/GILA NF/APACHE NF/GLZ-
NEW MEXICO FIRE WEATHER ZONE 111
SOUTHWEST DESERTS AND LOWLANDS/LAS CRUCES BLM/GLZ-
NEW MEXICO FIRE WEATHER ZONE 112
SOUTH CENTRAL LOWLANDS AND SOUTHERN RIO GRANDE VALLEY/BLM/GLZ-
252 AM MST Wed Mar 2 2022
Blowing Dust Advisory 022322
Southwest Desert/Lower Gila River Valley-Lowlands of the Bootheel-
Uplands of the Bootheel-Southwest Desert/Mimbres Basin-
Sierra County Lakes-Northern Dona Ana County-
Southern Dona Ana County/Mesilla Valley-
Including the cities of Lordsburg, Red Rock, Virden,
Antelope Wells, Animas, Hachita, Cloverdale, Deming, Columbus,
Truth Or Consequences, Derry, Spaceport, Garfield, Hatch,
Radium Springs, Las Cruces, Vado, and Sunland Park
227 PM MST Wed Feb 23 2022
...BLOWING DUST ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM MST THIS EVENING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST THIS
EVENING...
Severe Driving Conditions in Deming, Columbus Hwy Area 022322
WEATHER ADVISORY:
Severe Driving Conditions in Deming, Columbus Hwy Area
NM 11 "Columbus Hwy" will be intermittently closed from milepost 33 (Dona Ana Rd) to milepost 26 (Sunshine Rd) visibility is extremely poor to none. Use caution in the area. High profile vehicles please use caution. The NMDOT will continue monitoring the roadway. This event will be updated as conditions change.
High wind warning in Hidalgo, Luna and Dona Ana counties 022322
WEATHER ADVISORY:
High wind warning in Hidalgo, Luna and Dona Ana Counties, visibility is low due to blowing dust. High profile vehicles please use caution. The NMDOT will continue monitoring the roadway. This event will be updated as conditions change.
High wind warning 022322
Southern Gila Highlands/Black Range-
Southern Gila Foothills/Mimbres Valley-
Southwest Desert/Lower Gila River Valley-Lowlands of the Bootheel-
Uplands of the Bootheel-Southwest Desert/Mimbres Basin-
Eastern Black Range Foothills-Sierra County Lakes-
Northern Dona Ana County-Southern Dona Ana County/Mesilla Valley-
Western El Paso County-
Including the cities of Silver City, Lake Roberts, Kingston,
Fort Bayard, Mimbres, Hurley, Faywood, Grant County Airport,
Lordsburg, Red Rock, Virden, Antelope Wells, Animas, Hachita,
Cloverdale, Deming, Columbus, Hillsboro, Winston,
Truth Or Consequences, Derry, Spaceport, Garfield, Hatch,
Radium Springs, Las Cruces, Vado, Sunland Park, Downtown El Paso,
West El Paso, and Upper Valley
715 PM MST Tue Feb 22 2022
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 8 PM MST WEDNESDAY...