Headline:
High Wind Warning issued October 15 at 10:43PM MDT until October 17 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
High Wind Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 15, 2026 - 9:43pm
Expires:
October 16, 2026 - 10:30am
Description:
* WHAT...Northeast winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph
expected, especially through Guadalupe Pass.
* WHERE...Guadalupe Mountains of west Texas and Southeast New Mexico,
especially Guadalupe Pass.
* WHEN...Until midnight MDT /1 AM CDT/ Friday Night.
* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile
vehicles like campers, vans, and tractor trailers.
Instruction:
Winds will be particularly hazardous at higher elevations where the
strongest winds are likely to occur. Be especially careful driving in
these mountainous areas. People driving high-profile vehicles should
strongly consider postponing travel in these areas until the winds
subside.
Delay travel through Guadalupe Pass or find another route, if
possible.
Area Description:
Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County; Guadalupe Mountains Above 7000 Feet; Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov