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High Wind Warning

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Middle Rio Grande Valley/Albuquerque Metro Area; Lower Rio Grande Valley; South Central Highlands; Upper Tularosa Valley

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Severity Severe
Urgency Expected
Certainty Likely

Details

* WHAT...East winds 35 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.
* WHERE...Middle Rio Grande Valley including the Albuquerque Metro Area, Lower Rio Grande Valley, South Central Highlands, and Upper Tularosa Valley.
* WHEN...From 6 PM Thursday to 9 AM MDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest wind gusts will be at canyon openings in eastern Albuquerque and in Carrizozo.

Instructions

Take action to secure trash cans, lawn furniture, and other loose or lightweight outdoor objects. Extremely hazardous driving conditions can be expected, especially for motorists in high profile vehicles who should consider delaying travel.
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