First published 9/19/2026, 9:13:15 PM · Last updated 9/19/2026, 9:13:15 PM

Special Weather Statement — NWS El Paso TX / Santa Teresa NM (Sep 19 2:55PM MDT)

National Weather Service issued a Special Weather Statement for the El Paso, TX and Santa Teresa, NM area on 2026-09-19 at 2:55PM MDT. The brief indicates meteorological conditions warranting public notice, but the title alone does not specify the hazard type or impacts.

Categories: severe-weather-and-natural-disasters

Generated scores

Scores are based on the cited reporting and use a 1–10 scale. Read the methodology.

Confidence: 9/10How certain the assessment is based on the clarity and evidence in the cited reporting.
Geographic reach: 3/10How widely the event reaches, from a local area (1) to worldwide impact (10).
Global importance: 6/10The event's broader significance, from limited importance (1) to major global importance (10).
Impact magnitude: 4/10The scale or severity of the real-world impact, from minor (1) to extreme (10).
Positivity: 2/10How harmful or beneficial the event is, from strongly harmful (1) to strongly positive (10).
Urgency: 7/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

Why it matters

Special Weather Statements alert local residents and travelers to potentially hazardous weather that could affect safety, travel, and local operations. Officials and the public in the El Paso / Santa Teresa area should monitor updates and take precautions if subsequent warnings are issued.

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Special Weather Statement issued September 19 at 2:55PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM

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