Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Sandoval County Through 4:15 PM MDT

Cuba, New Mexico — The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for southwestern Sandoval County in north central New Mexico, in effect until 4:15 PM MDT.

What is happening:

At 3:28 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Marquez, about 18 miles north of Laguna Pueblo, moving northeast at 25 mph. Radar indicates the storm is producing two-inch hail and wind gusts to 60 mph. The community of Marquez is in the storm's path.

Local impacts:

People and animals outdoors will be injured. Expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles, and wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Severe thunderstorms like this can also spin up tornadoes quickly with little warning.

What to do:

- Anyone outdoors should move inside a well-built structure right now and stay away from windows.

- Take shelter in an interior room on the lowest floor.

- Stay put until the storm has fully passed.

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