ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) - Forecasters say an approaching storm system with potentially damaging strong winds is expected to pose hazards that include extreme fire conditions on New Mexico’s eastern plains through Thursday and into Friday.
The National Weather Service says eastern and central New Mexico will see winds gusting up to 70 mph.
Forecasters warn of dangerous crosswinds on roads oriented north and south and blowing dust reducing visibilities to a mile or less on the eastern plains and central New Mexico’s lower elevations.
Other hazards could include damage to trees, power lines and roofs, and forecasters say lightweight objects could become airborne.
Up to 6 inches of snow are expected in the northern mountains late Thursday and Friday.
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