Weather Alert in New Mexico
Wind Advisory issued February 18 at 5:13AM MST until February 18 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Albuquerque NM
AREAS AFFECTED: Northwest Plateau; Far Northwest Highlands; Northwest Highlands; West Central Mountains; West Central Highlands; San Francisco River Valley; Jemez Mountains; Upper Rio Grande Valley; Espanola Valley; Santa Fe Metro Area; Middle Rio Grande Valley/Albuquerque Metro Area; Lower Rio Grande Valley; Sandia/Manzano Mountains Including Edgewood; Estancia Valley; South Central Highlands; Upper Tularosa Valley; San Agustin Plains and Adjacent Lowlands
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of western and central New Mexico, including the Albuquerque and Santa Fe metro areas. * WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 8 PM MST this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs may be blown down. Expect strong crosswinds on area roadways. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This afternoon and early evening, there is a moderately high probability of snow squalls along and west of the Tusas and Jemez Mountains capable of producing brief periods of near zero visibility, a flash freeze, and a quick inch or two of snow that will make driving treacherous.
INSTRUCTION: Take action to secure trash cans, lawn furniture, and other loose or lightweight outdoor objects. Dangerous driving conditions can be expected, especially for motorists in high profile vehicles.
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Weather Topic: What is Snow?
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Snow is precipitation taking the form of ice crystals. Each ice crystal, or snowflake,
has unique characteristics, but all of them grow in a hexagonal structure.
Snowfall can last for sustained periods of time and result in significant buildup
of snow on the ground.
On the earth's surface, snow starts out light and powdery, but as it begins to melt
it tends to become more granular, producing small bits of ice which have the consistency of
sand. After several cycles of melting and freezing, snow can become very dense
and ice-like, commonly known as snow pack.
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Weather Topic: What are Stratus Clouds?
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Stratus clouds are similar to altostratus clouds, but form at a
lower altitude and are identified by their fog-like appearance, lacking the
distinguishing features of most clouds.
Stratus clouds are wider than most clouds, and their base has a smooth, uniform
look which is lighter in color than a nimbostratus cloud.
The presence of a stratus cloud indicates the possibility of minor precipitation,
such as drizzle, but heavier precipitation does not typically arrive in the form
of a stratus cloud.
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