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Rio Arriba County Emergency Services
Friday December 19th, 2025 :: 10:35 a.m. MST

Advisory

Wind Advisory until 09:00AM Saturday

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected, mainly at and above 9,500 feet.

* WHERE...Northern and Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 9 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs may be blown down. Expect strong crosswinds on area roadways.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Higher wind gusts may occur near the peaks of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains.

* AFFECTED AREAS: NORTHERN SANGRE DE CRISTO MOUNTAINS ... SOUTHERN SANGRE DE CRISTO MOUNTAINS

Instructions:

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects, including holiday decorations.

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:
Moderate - Possible 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:
Wind Advisory

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