Thunderstorm Wind — Roosevelt, New Mexico

2023-07-07 · near Tolar, Roosevelt, New Mexico

Event narrative

The Melrose AWOS station measured a 59 mph thunderstorm wind gust.

Wider weather episode

The combination of a disturbance over CO along with healthy low-level moisture resulted in severe storms developing across the eastern plains of New Mexico. These cells produced quarter sized hail at times. Cells congealed into squall lines as they approached the Texas border resulting in severe wind gusts.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1099327. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.