Mora, NM — The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for southwestern Mora County and northwestern San Miguel County in northeastern New Mexico, in effect until 3:15 PM MDT.

What is happening:

At 2:37 PM MDT, radar showed a severe thunderstorm near Gascon, about 14 miles southwest of Mora, moving northeast at 40 mph. The warning covers southwestern Mora County and northwestern San Miguel County through 3:15 PM MDT.

Local impacts:

The storm is capable of producing 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected, and damaging winds could tear roofing and siding and knock down trees and branches.

What to do:

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

Do not drive through flooded roadways or try to outrun the storm.

Stay off open water and keep away from tall, isolated trees during lightning.

Source: National Weather Service in Albuquerque, October 23, 2026.