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weather NWS severe Luna, NM; Sierra, NM October 22, 2026 at 8:46 PM

Severe Thunderstorm Watch

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH 694 IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT THIS EVENING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS

IN NEW MEXICO THIS WATCH INCLUDES 2 COUNTIES

IN SOUTH CENTRAL NEW MEXICO

SIERRA

IN SOUTHWEST NEW MEXICO

LUNA

THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF DEMING, ELEPHANT BUTTE, GAGE, KINGSTON, AND TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES.

Severe weather in Luna, NM; Sierra, NM brings the risk of damaging wind, hail, lightning, and brief power loss. Outdoor activity should be paused until the storm passes.

This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.

The greatest local impacts are an elevated risk to property and a high chance of power outages, with moderate travel disruptions expected as conditions move through the area.

Recommended steps: stay informed via official sources; avoid non-essential travel in the area; secure outdoor items if weather is involved; check on family and neighbors.

Alert USA is tracking this severe weather event and will update this report as verified information becomes available.

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