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Severe Thunderstorm Warning for East-Central Luna County, New Mexico

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A severe thunderstorm was reported near Akela, moving east, with golf-ball-size hail and 70 mph wind gusts. The warning included instructions to take shelter and remain alert for a possible tornado.

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  • Affected location: Luna County, New Mexico
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The warning cited risks of injury and damage to roofs, windows, vehicles, trees, and other structures.

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  1. A severe thunderstorm was reported near Akela, moving east, with golf-ball-size hail and 70 mph wind gusts. The warning included instructions to take shelter and remain alert for a possible tornado.

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Confidence
8/10
Geographic reach
2/10
Global importance
2/10
Impact magnitude
4/10
Urgency
9/10

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