High Wind in Ward, Texas

High Wind February 26, 2023 · Ward, Texas

62 mph

Measured gust (54 kt)

The wider storm

This event consisted of a highly amplified weather pattern with an ejecting closed upper-low moving into the southern Rocky Mountains. This system and accompanying jet brought a high-end wind event to southeast New Mexico and much of west Texas. High winds and property damage were reported across a large portion of the area. Additionally, blowing dust greatly reduced visibility at times.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 1083488. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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