First published Oct 20, 2026, 6:49:15 AM UTC · Last updated Oct 20, 2026, 6:49:15 AM UTC

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

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Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued October 20 at 12:42AM MDT until October 20 at 1:15AM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM

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The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm warning for northwestern Sierra County, New Mexico, until 1:15 AM MDT on October 20. The alert reports a storm near Hillsboro with damaging wind gusts and large hail, and instructs people to shelter indoors.

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The warning cites expected damage to vehicles and buildings and calls for immediate protective action.

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U.S. National Weather Service Alerts NWS Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued October 20 at 12:42AM MDT until October 20 at 1:15AM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM

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