Vaughn, NM — The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for northeastern Torrance County, northwestern Guadalupe County, and southwestern San Miguel County in central New Mexico, in effect until 5:15 PM MDT.

What is happening: At 4:37 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm sat 13 miles south of Villanueva State Park, about 34 miles north of Vaughn, moving north at 35 mph. The storm is throwing 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Villanueva State Park, Villanueva, Ribera, and Sena are in the storm's path.

Local impacts: Expect hail damage to vehicles, and wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.

What to do:

- Seek shelter inside a well-built structure and stay away from windows.

- This storm can produce damaging winds and large hail.

- If you are driving, pull off the road in a safe spot and wait it out.

Source: National Weather Service, October 23, 2026.