Headline:
High Wind Watch issued October 14 at 8:55AM MDT until October 17 at 1:00PM MDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
High Wind Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
October 14, 2026 - 7:55am
Expires:
October 17, 2026 - 12:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Northeast winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 60 mph
possible, especially through Guadalupe Pass.
* WHERE...Guadalupe Mountains of west Texas and Southeast New Mexico.
* WHEN...From Thursday evening through Saturday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile
vehicles like campers, vans, and tractor trailers.
Instruction:
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
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