First published Oct 16, 2026, 6:32:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 16, 2026, 6:32:15 PM UTC

High Wind Warning — NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM

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High Wind Warning issued October 16 at 9:17AM MDT until October 16 at 12:00PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM

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NWS El Paso issued a High Wind Warning through noon MDT on October 16 for Far West Texas and Otero Mesa. Northeast winds of 30–40 mph, with gusts up to 60 mph, are expected; the source warns of possible difficult travel for high-profile vehicles and urges people to secure loose objects.

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Affected location: Far West Texas and Otero Mesa

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The warning identifies potentially damaging winds and difficult travel during the alert period.

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U.S. National Weather Service Alerts NWS High Wind Warning issued October 16 at 9:17AM MDT until October 16 at 12:00PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM

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