Active AlertsGuadalupe and Delaware Mountains

What: West winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph.
Where: Guadalupe Mountains of west Texas and Southeast New Mexico.
When: Until 9 PM MDT /10 PM CDT/ this evening.
Impacts: Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles like campers, vans, and tractor trailers. Severe turbulence near the mountains will be hazardous for low flying light aircraft.

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around or damaged by the wind. Winds will be particularly hazardous at higher elevations where the strongest winds are likely to occur. Be especially careful driving in these mountainous areas. People driving high-profile vehicles should strongly consider postponing travel in these areas until the winds subside.