Thunderstorm Wind in Lea County, New Mexico

Thunderstorm Wind June 2, 2025 · Lea County, New Mexico

60 mph

Estimated gust (52 kt)

$1K

Damage as recorded

Where the report was made, with tornadoes recorded within 15 miles over the years.

What the National Weather Service wrote

Power lines were reported down at mile markers 53-55 on Highway 128 east of Jal. The time of occurrence is estimated by radar.

The wider storm

An incoming trough, upslope flow, and a somewhat weak dryline resulted in the development of scattered thunderstorms across Southeast New Mexico and West Texas. A few of these storms became severe, producing damaging winds and large hail. The two most notable storms occurred in Fort Stockton and Pleasant Farms. Microbursts in these locations resulted in winds in excess of 100 mph and widespread damage to roofs and mobile homes. Two people were injured in Pleasant Farms.

Began near Jal Arpt (32.1228, -103.1510).

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 1260999. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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