First published Oct 19, 2026, 11:47:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 19, 2026, 11:47:15 PM UTC

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Severe Thunderstorm Warning — NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM

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Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued October 19 at 5:43PM MDT until October 19 at 6:30PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM

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The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm warning for parts of Grant and Hidalgo counties in southwestern New Mexico, through 6:30 PM MDT. The warning cited radar-indicated 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-size hail, and instructed people to move to an interior room on the lowest floor.

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The warning advised immediate protective action and cited expected hail damage to vehicles and wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.

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