Winter Storm Warning
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
520 PM MST Thu Jan 22 2026
NMZ416-231900-
/O.UPG.KEPZ.WS.A.0001.260124T1200Z-260125T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KEPZ.WS.W.0001.260124T1200Z-260125T1800Z/
East Slopes Sacramento Mountains Below 7500 Feet-
Including the cities of Mayhill, Sacramento, and Pinon
520 PM MST Thu Jan 22 2026
...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM SATURDAY TO 11 AM MST
SUNDAY...
* WHAT...Heavy snowfall of 4 to 8 inches common with a few areas as
high as 10 inches. Additionally, rain may mix with freezing rain
Saturday Morning.
* WHERE...East Slopes Sacramento Mountains Below 7500 Feet.
* WHEN...From 5 AM Saturday to 11 AM MST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The bulk of the snow will occur Saturday
afternoon into the overnight hours.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Midland/Odessa TX
1227 PM MST Thu Jan 22 2026
NMZ027>029-033-034-TXZ045>048-050>053-059>063-067>070-075-082-
271>274-277>279-251200-
/O.UPG.KMAF.WS.A.0001.260123T1800Z-260125T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KMAF.WS.W.0001.260123T1800Z-260125T1200Z/
Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County-Eddy County Plains-Northern
Lea-Central Lea-Southern Lea-Gaines-Dawson-Borden-Scurry-Andrews-
Martin-Howard-Mitchell-Loving-Winkler-Ector-Midland-Glasscock-
Ward-Crane-Upton-Reagan-Pecos-Terrell-Guadalupe and Delaware
Mountains-Van Horn and Highway 54 Corridor-Eastern Culberson-
Reeves County Plains-Davis Mountains-Davis Mountains Foothills-
Central Brewster-
Including the cities of Colorado City, Pine Springs, Seminole,
Big Bend National Park, Pecos, Marathon, Crane, Hobbs, Fort
Stockton, Carlsbad, Lovington, Gail, Queen, Andrews, Dryden,
Lamesa, McCamey, Stanton, Big Spring, Snyder, Tatum, Rankin,
Monahans, Alpine, Sanderson, Garden City, Fort Davis, Kermit,
Odessa, Midland, Eunice, Mentone, Guadalupe Mountains National
Park, Carlsbad Caverns NP, Jal, Artesia, Big Lake, Panther
Junction, and Van Horn
1227 PM MST Thu Jan 22 2026 /127 PM CST Thu Jan 22 2026/
...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM MST /NOON CST/ FRIDAY
TO 5 AM MST /6 AM CST/ SUNDAY...
* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation expected. Storm total snow and
sleet accumulations of 1 to 3 inches possible along amd north of
I-20, with lesser amounts south. Storm total ice accumulations of
a quarter of an inch or more east of the Pecos.
* WHERE...Portions of southeast New Mexico and southwest and western
Texas.
* WHEN...From 11 AM MST /noon CST/ Friday to 5 AM MST /6 AM CST/
Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous. Power outages and tree damage
are likely due to the ice. Travel could be nearly impossible. The
hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. In New Mexico, dial 511 or
visit nmroads.com for current road conditions. In Texas, dial
800-452-9292 or visit drivetexas.org for current road conditions.
Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely
necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden
changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the
motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your
destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially
cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is
winterized and in good working order.
Keep cellphones charged in case power is lost.
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DeBerry
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
1207 PM MST Thu Jan 22 2026
NMZ210>218-221>224-226-229-232>234-237-239-230315-
/O.UPG.KABQ.WS.A.0002.260123T1800Z-260125T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KABQ.WS.W.0002.260123T1800Z-260125T1200Z/
Tusas Mountains Including Chama-Jemez Mountains-Glorieta Mesa
Including Glorieta Pass-Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains-East Slopes Sangre de Cristo
Mountains-Upper Rio Grande Valley-Espanola Valley-Santa Fe Metro
Area-Sandia and Manzano Mountains including Edgewood-Estancia
Valley-Central Highlands-South Central Highlands-South Central
Mountains-Northeast Highlands-Eastern San Miguel County-Guadalupe
County-Quay County-De Baca County-Eastern Lincoln County-
1207 PM MST Thu Jan 22 2026
...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM FRIDAY TO 5 AM MST
SUNDAY...
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches
across much of the eastern half of New Mexico with higher amounts
of 8 to 16 inches above 9,000 feet.
* WHERE...Much of central to east central New Mexico, including
Interstate 40 from Tijeras to Santa Rosa to the Texas border.
* WHEN...From 11 AM Friday to 5 AM MST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Travel will become very difficult to impossible for an
extended period of time, most notably along I-40 from Tijeras
Canyon to the Texas border. The weight of accumulating snow will
stress the power grid, potentially creating outages. An extended
period of cold temperatures will increase the risk of frostbite and
hypothermia.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Bitterly cold temperatures will also accompany
this winter storm, with the coldest temperatures in the eastern
plains of New Mexico. Temperatures will be coldest Sunday and
Monday mornings when much of the eastern half of New Mexico will be
in the single digits with much colder wind chills.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions, dial
511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com.
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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
1207 PM MST Thu Jan 22 2026
NMZ235-236-238-240-230315-
/O.UPG.KABQ.WS.A.0002.260123T1800Z-260125T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KABQ.WS.W.0002.260123T1800Z-260125T1200Z/
Curry County-Roosevelt County-Chaves County Plains-Southwest
Chaves County-
1207 PM MST Thu Jan 22 2026
...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM FRIDAY TO 5 AM MST
SUNDAY...
* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations
between 2 and 4 inches and ice accumulations around one tenth of an
inch.
* WHERE...Curry County, Roosevelt County, Chaves County Plains, and
Southwest Chaves County.
* WHEN...From 11 AM Friday to 5 AM MST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Travel will become very difficult. Tire traction will be
reduced. Extend the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle
in front of you. The hazardous conditions will impact the Friday
evening commute.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Bitterly cold temperatures will also accompany
this winter storm, with the coldest temperatures in the eastern
plains of New Mexico. Temperatures will be coldest Sunday and
Monday mornings when much of eastern New Mexico will be in the
single digits with much colder wind chills.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions, dial
511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com.
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Winter Weather Advisory
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
520 PM MST Thu Jan 22 2026
NMZ414-415-231900-
/O.UPG.KEPZ.WS.A.0001.260124T1200Z-260125T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KEPZ.WW.Y.0002.260124T1200Z-260125T1800Z/
West Slopes Sacramento Mountains Below 7500 Feet-Sacramento
Mountains Above 7500 Feet-
Including the cities of Timberon, Apache Summit, Cloudcroft,
Sunspot, Mountain Park, and Mescalero
520 PM MST Thu Jan 22 2026
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM SATURDAY TO 11 AM MST
SUNDAY...
* WHAT...Snowfall of 4 to 8 inches with higher amounts above 9500
feet.
* WHERE...Sacramento Mountains Above 7500 Feet and West Slopes
Sacramento Mountains Below 7500 Feet.
* WHEN...From 5 AM Saturday to 11 AM MST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Rain will mix with snow in the morning on
Saturday but the bulk of the snowfall will occur during the
afternoon and evening hours into the overnight hours.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.
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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
520 PM MST Thu Jan 22 2026
NMZ417-TXZ420>422-231900-
/O.NEW.KEPZ.WW.Y.0002.260124T1200Z-260125T1800Z/
Otero Mesa-Northern Hudspeth Highlands/Hueco Mountains-Salt Basin-
Southern Hudspeth Highlands-
Including the cities of Dell City, Cornudas, Salt Flat, Loma
Linda, Sierra Blanca, Hueco Tanks, and Crow Flats
520 PM MST Thu Jan 22 2026
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM SATURDAY TO 11 AM MST
SUNDAY...
* WHAT...A mix of rain and freezing rain Saturday morning with light
ice accumulations. Then, 1 to 2 inches of snow Saturday night into
Sunday morning.
* WHERE...Much of Hudspeth County and far eastern El Paso County.
* WHEN...From 5 AM Saturday to 11 AM MST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The bulk of the snow will occur during the
evening and overnight hours Saturday into Sunday morning.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.
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For additional information, visit us at http://www.weather.gov/epz
AB
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Flagstaff AZ
101 PM MST Thu Jan 22 2026
AZZ017-230415-
/O.CON.KFGZ.WW.Y.0002.260124T0000Z-260125T1200Z/
White Mountains-
Including the cities of Pinetop, Greer, and Show Low
101 PM MST Thu Jan 22 2026
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM FRIDAY TO 5 AM
MST SUNDAY ABOVE 7000 FEET...
* WHAT...Snow expected above 7000 feet. Total snow accumulations
between 3 and 12 inches.
* WHERE...White Mountains.
* WHEN...From 5 PM Friday to 5 AM MST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely
become slick and hazardous. Travel is not recommended as heavy
snowfall and low visibility will create dangerous driving
conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact the Friday evening
commute.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
Forecast snowfall amounts from 5 PM MST Friday to 5 AM MST
Sunday...
Alpine: 3 to 5" Pinetop-Lakeside: 4 to 6"
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road
conditions and closures go to az511.gov, or call 5 1 1.
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McCollum
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Tucson AZ
1241 PM MST Thu Jan 22 2026
AZZ510-511-514-231200-
/O.UPG.KTWC.WS.A.0001.260123T1800Z-260125T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KTWC.WW.Y.0002.260124T0000Z-260125T1200Z/
White Mountains of Graham and Greenlee Counties-Galiuro and
Pinaleno Mountains-Catalina and Rincon Mountains-
Including the cities of Mount Lemmon, Mount Graham, Summerhaven, and
Hannagan Meadow
1241 PM MST Thu Jan 22 2026
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM FRIDAY TO 5 AM MST
SUNDAY FOR ELEVATIONS ABOVE 7000 FEET...
* WHAT...Snow expected for elevations above 7000 feet. Total snow
accumulations between 6 and 12 inches.
* WHERE...Catalina and Pinaleno Mountains, as well as the White
Mountains of Graham and Greenlee Counties.
* WHEN...From 5 PM Friday to 5 AM MST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
For the latest Arizona road conditions, call 511 or visit
www.az511.gov
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EDWARDS
Winter Storm Watch
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
1207 PM MST Thu Jan 22 2026
NMZ207-208-219-225-241-230315-
/O.CON.KABQ.WS.A.0002.260124T1200Z-260125T1200Z/
West Central Highlands-Southwest Mountains-Middle Rio Grande
Valley including the Albuquerque Metro Area-Upper Tularosa Valley-
San Agustin Plains and Adjacent Lowlands-
1207 PM MST Thu Jan 22 2026
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT
THROUGH LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...
* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations generally
between 1 inch and 4 inches except higher amounts of 4 to 8 inches
above 7,500 feet.
* WHERE...Middle Rio Grande Valley including the Albuquerque Metro
Area, West Central Highlands, Southwest Mountains, Upper Tularosa
Valley, and San Agustin Plains and Adjacent Lowlands.
* WHEN...From late Friday night through late Saturday night.
* IMPACTS...Plan on snow packed or icy road conditions. This includes
portions of I-40.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Rain is likely in many of these areas below
7,500 feet Friday and Friday night, with a transition over to snow
on Saturday when snow levels drop below valley floors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. Those
planning to travel Friday through Sunday morning should pay close
attention given the potential for travel impacts, especially along
I-40.
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Shoemake
Extreme Cold Watch
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Midland/Odessa TX
1230 PM MST Thu Jan 22 2026
NMZ027>029-033-034-TXZ045>048-050>053-059>063-067>070-075-082-
271>274-277-278-261800-
/O.EXT.KMAF.EC.A.0001.260124T0600Z-260126T1800Z/
Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County-Eddy County Plains-Northern
Lea-Central Lea-Southern Lea-Gaines-Dawson-Borden-Scurry-Andrews-
Martin-Howard-Mitchell-Loving-Winkler-Ector-Midland-Glasscock-
Ward-Crane-Upton-Reagan-Pecos-Terrell-Guadalupe and Delaware
Mountains-Van Horn and Highway 54 Corridor-Eastern Culberson-
Reeves County Plains-Davis Mountains-Davis Mountains Foothills-
Including the cities of Colorado City, Pine Springs, Seminole,
Pecos, Crane, Hobbs, Fort Stockton, Carlsbad, Lovington, Gail,
Queen, Andrews, Dryden, Lamesa, McCamey, Stanton, Big Spring,
Snyder, Tatum, Rankin, Monahans, Alpine, Sanderson, Garden City,
Fort Davis, Kermit, Odessa, Midland, Eunice, Mentone, Guadalupe
Mountains National Park, Carlsbad Caverns NP, Jal, Artesia, Big
Lake, and Van Horn
1230 PM MST Thu Jan 22 2026 /130 PM CST Thu Jan 22 2026/
...EXTREME COLD WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY EVENING THROUGH
MONDAY MORNING...
* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 5 below possible.
* WHERE...Portions of southeast New Mexico and southwest and western
Texas.
* WHEN...From Friday evening through Monday morning.
* IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 5 below zero could result
in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Remain indoors if possible. Cover all exposed skin and limit time
outside if you must go out. Dress in layers including a hat, face
mask, and gloves.
Cover outdoor faucets. To prevent water pipes from freezing wrap or
drain or allow them to drip slowly.
Bring pets indoors, or ensure that they have warm, dry shelter.
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
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DeBerry
