Occurred Oct 24, 2026, 11:53:00 PM UTC

First published Oct 25, 2026, 12:22:15 AM UTC · Last updated Oct 25, 2026, 12:22:15 AM UTC

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Severe Thunderstorm Warning — NWS Albuquerque NM

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Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued October 24 at 5:53PM MDT until October 24 at 6:30PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM

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The National Weather Service in Albuquerque issued a severe thunderstorm warning for west central Chaves County through 6:30 PM MDT on October 24. At 5:53 PM, the storm was near Elk with reported 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-size hail; the warning instructed people to seek shelter indoors.

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Affected location: Chaves County, New Mexico

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The warning called for immediate shelter and reported expected hail damage to vehicles and wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.

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