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Rio Arriba County Emergency Services
Monday May 5th, 2025 :: 03:29 a.m. MDT

Alert

Winter Storm Warning until 06:00AM Wednesday

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 8 and 12 inches, with higher amounts between 18 and 24 inches across the highest peaks.

* WHERE...Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel is discouraged. Many road closures are likely. Avoid traveling if possible.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest snowfall is expected tonight through Tuesday. The weight of the snow on leafed out trees may cause them to break. Power outages are possible.

* AFFECTED AREAS: SOUTHERN SANGRE DE CRISTO MOUNTAINS

Instructions:

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.

Address/Location
Rio Arriba County Emergency Services
1122 Industrial Park Rd
EspaƱola, NM 87532

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 575-747-1941

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Alert Details

Severity:
Severe - Significant threat to life or property
Urgency:
Expected - Responsive action SHOULD be taken soon (within next hour)
Certainty:
Likely (p > ~50%)
Category:
Meteorological (inc. flood)
Event:
Winter Storm Warning

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