Weather Alerts For Vanderwagen, NM

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Albuquerque NM 205 AM MST Wed Jan 7 2026 Chuska Mountains-West Central Mountains-Southwest Mountains- 205 AM MST Wed Jan 7 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 5 AM MST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations generally between 2 and 6 inches with locally higher amounts of 6 to 12 inches above 8,000 feet. Whitewater Baldy peak in Catron county will receive higher amounts of 18 to 24 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Western Mountains. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 5 AM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Tire chains may be necessary if traveling through mountain passes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels will initially be high between 7,000 and 8,000 feet Wednesday evening before gradually lowering to all areas late Thursday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com. &&