First published Oct 23, 2026, 12:48:15 AM UTC · Last updated Oct 23, 2026, 12:48:15 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 22 at 6:27PM MDT until October 22 at 6:45PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM

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An observed severe thunderstorm near Emory Pass in Grant and Sierra Counties, New Mexico, was moving northeast with 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-size hail. The source instructed people to move to an interior room on the lowest floor and noted a tornado watch through 9:00 PM MDT.

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Affected location: Grant and Sierra Counties, New Mexico

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U.S. National Weather Service Alerts NWS Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued October 22 at 6:27PM MDT until October 22 at 6:45PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM

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