Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 26 at 6:33PM MDT until April 26 at 6:45PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 26, 2025 - 5:33pm
Expires:
April 26, 2025 - 5:45pm
Description:
At 633 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located 10 miles southwest of Elkins, or 26 miles northeast of
Roswell, moving east at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and half dollar size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed.
Damage to roofs, windows and vehicles will occur. Tree
damage is likely.
Locations impacted include...
Mainly rural areas of Central Chaves County.
Instruction:
Move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a well-built
building away from windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home,
or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect
yourself from flying debris.
This storm has a history of producing tornadoes.
Area Description:
Chaves, NM
Forcast Office:
NWS Albuquerque NM