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Rio Arriba County Emergency Services
Thursday February 19th, 2026 :: 11:28 a.m. MST

Alert

Winter Storm Warning until 05:00PM Friday

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 6 inches below 8,500ft, but up to 11 inches across the peaks and higher west-facing slopes. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph, creating patches of blowing snow and reduced visibility.

* WHERE...Tusas Mountains Including Chama.

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 5 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Check road conditions before heading out. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

* AFFECTED AREAS: TUSAS MOUNTAINS INCLUDING CHAMA

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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