Albuquerque, NM – A winter storm moving through New Mexico is expected to bring strong winds and snow squalls from Thursday night through Friday, leading to potentially hazardous travel conditions. The National Weather Service warns that moderate snowfall and blowing snow could create whiteout conditions, especially in the central mountain chain and western regions.
According to the National Weather Service in Albuquerque, the storm will bring snowfall accumulations of up to 4 inches in higher elevations. The combination of strong winds and falling snow may result in blizzard-like conditions, reducing visibility to less than a quarter mile in some areas. The Arizona border to the Continental Divide is at particular risk of dangerous snow squalls Thursday evening and night.
Officials urge residents and travelers to take precautions, as flash freezes and rapidly deteriorating road conditions could pose serious hazards. Motorists caught in a snow squall should pull over and wait for conditions to improve before continuing their journey. Travel disruptions are expected on major highways, including I-40 and I-25.
The winter storm is forecast to move out of the region by Friday night, but cold temperatures and icy roads may persist into the weekend. Residents are advised to monitor local forecasts and avoid unnecessary travel during peak storm hours.
