Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Southeastern Luna County Through 5:15 PM MDT
Columbus, NM —
What is happening: The National Weather Service in El Paso has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for southeastern Luna County in southwestern New Mexico, in effect until 5:15 PM MDT. At 4:35 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 5 miles northeast of Columbus, moving northeast at 25 mph.
Local impacts: Ping pong ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts are the main threats. People and animals outdoors could be hurt, and hail can dent vehicles while winds can bring down trees and tear off siding.
What to do:
- Move inside a sturdy building right now and stay away from windows
- Keep pets indoors and secure anything outside that can blow around
- Do not wait to see the storm — take cover when you hear thunder
Source: National Weather Service El Paso, October 23, 2026.
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