Weather Warnings for Texas

Issued by the National Weather Service

Current watches, warnings, and advisories for Texas
Alerts Updated: February 18, 2026, 12:15 am  UTC


Fire Warning issued February 17 at 5:37PM CST by NWS Amarillo TX

Summary: FRWAMA THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN AMARILLO HAS ISSUED A FIRE WARNING AT THE REQUEST OF OLDHAM COUNTY AND POTTER COUNTY OFFICES OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT FOR WESTERN POTTER AND EASTERN OLDHAM COUNTIES. * AT 530 PM CST...A DANGEROUS WILDFIRE WAS LOCATED OVER VALLEY DE ORO... OR 20 MILES NORTHWEST OF AMARILLO...MOVING RAPIDLY EAST AT 3 TO 5 MPH. * AREAS IMPACTED... VALLEY DE ORO AND TASCOSA ROAD SOUTHEAST OF BOYS RANCH. THERE IS A MANDATORY EVACUATION FOR VALLEY DE ORO. * ADDITIONAL INFORMATION...SMOKE AND FIRE WILL PRESENT A THREAT TO LIFE AND PROPERTY.
Severity:  Unknown    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 5:37 pm      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 7:30 pm
Area:  Oldham; Potter


High Wind Warning issued February 17 at 5:10PM CST until February 17 at 7:00PM CST by NWS Amarillo TX

Summary: * WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. For the Blowing Dust Advisory, visibility between one-quarter and one mile in blowing dust. * WHERE...In Oklahoma, Beaver County. In Texas, Gray, Hemphill, Lipscomb, Ochiltree, and Roberts Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM CST this evening. * IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility. Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 5:10 pm      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 7:00 pm
Area:  Beaver; Ochiltree; Lipscomb; Roberts; Hemphill; Gray


Wind Advisory issued February 17 at 5:10PM CST until February 18 at 6:00PM CST by NWS Amarillo TX

Summary: * WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 30 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...In Oklahoma, Cimarron and Texas Counties. In Texas, Dallam, Hartley, Moore, and Sherman Counties. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 7 PM CST this evening. For the Wind Advisory, from 11 AM to 6 PM CST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Severity:  Moderate    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 5:10 pm      Expires:  February 18, 2026, 1:15 am
Area:  Cimarron; Texas; Dallam; Sherman; Hartley; Moore


High Wind Warning issued February 17 at 5:10PM CST until February 17 at 7:00PM CST by NWS Amarillo TX

Summary: * WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 30 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...In Oklahoma, Cimarron and Texas Counties. In Texas, Dallam, Hartley, Moore, and Sherman Counties. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 7 PM CST this evening. For the Wind Advisory, from 11 AM to 6 PM CST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 5:10 pm      Expires:  February 18, 2026, 1:15 am
Area:  Cimarron; Texas; Dallam; Sherman; Hartley; Moore


Blowing Dust Advisory issued February 17 at 5:10PM CST until February 17 at 7:00PM CST by NWS Amarillo TX

Summary: * WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. For the Blowing Dust Advisory, visibility between one-quarter and one mile in blowing dust. * WHERE...In Oklahoma, Beaver County. In Texas, Gray, Hemphill, Lipscomb, Ochiltree, and Roberts Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM CST this evening. * IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility. Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Severity:  Moderate    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 5:10 pm      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 7:00 pm
Area:  Beaver; Ochiltree; Lipscomb; Roberts; Hemphill; Gray


High Wind Warning issued February 17 at 5:10PM CST until February 17 at 7:00PM CST by NWS Amarillo TX

Summary: * WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * WHERE...Armstrong, Carson, Deaf Smith, Hansford, Hutchinson, Oldham, Palo Duro Canyon, Potter, and Randall Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM CST this evening. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 5:10 pm      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 7:00 pm
Area:  Hansford; Hutchinson; Oldham; Potter; Carson; Deaf Smith; Randall; Armstrong; Palo Duro Canyon


Wind Advisory issued February 17 at 5:10PM CST until February 17 at 7:00PM CST by NWS Amarillo TX

Summary: * WHAT...For the Blowing Dust Advisory, visibility between one-quarter and one mile in blowing dust. For the Wind Advisory, west winds 25 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...Collingsworth, Donley, and Wheeler Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM CST this evening. * IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility. Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Severity:  Moderate    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 5:10 pm      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 7:00 pm
Area:  Wheeler; Donley; Collingsworth


Blowing Dust Advisory issued February 17 at 5:10PM CST until February 17 at 7:00PM CST by NWS Amarillo TX

Summary: * WHAT...For the Blowing Dust Advisory, visibility between one-quarter and one mile in blowing dust. For the Wind Advisory, west winds 25 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...Collingsworth, Donley, and Wheeler Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM CST this evening. * IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility. Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Severity:  Moderate    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 5:10 pm      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 7:00 pm
Area:  Wheeler; Donley; Collingsworth


Fire Warning issued February 17 at 4:36PM CST by NWS Amarillo TX

Summary: FRWAMA THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN AMARILLO HAS ISSUED A FIRE WARNING AT THE REQUEST OF TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE FOR NORTHWESTERN DONLEY COUNTY. * AT 426 PM CST...A DANGEROUS WILDFIRE WAS LOCATED 4 MILES WEST OF HOWARDWICK...OR 10 MILES NORTHWEST OF CLARENDON...MOVING RAPIDLY EAST AT 3 TO 5 MPH. * AREAS IMPACTED... HIGHWAY 70 NORTH BETWEEN CLARENDON AND I-40, INCLUDING GREENBELT LAKE AND HOWARDWICK. * ADDITIONAL INFORMATION...SMOKE AND FIRE WILL PRESENT A THREAT TO LIFE AND PROPERTY.
Severity:  Unknown    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 4:36 pm      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 6:30 pm
Area:  Donley


Wind Advisory issued February 17 at 3:10PM CST until February 17 at 8:00PM CST by NWS Norman OK

Summary: * WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, northern, northwest, southwest, and western Oklahoma and northern Texas. * WHEN...Until 8 PM CST this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Severity:  Moderate    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 3:10 pm      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 8:00 pm
Area:  Grant; Garfield; Custer; Blaine; Kingfisher; Beckham; Washita; Caddo; Canadian; Grady; Harmon; Greer; Kiowa; Jackson; Tillman; Comanche; Hardeman


Blowing Dust Advisory issued February 17 at 2:01PM CST until February 17 at 7:00PM CST by NWS Lubbock TX

Summary: * WHAT...For the Blowing Dust Advisory, visibility between one-quarter and one mile in blowing dust. For the Wind Advisory, west winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. * WHERE...Crosby, Floyd, Garza, Lynn, Motley, Terry, Yoakum, and Hall Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM CST this evening. * IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility. Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and a few power outages may result.
Severity:  Moderate    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 2:01 pm      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 7:00 pm
Area:  Hall; Floyd; Motley; Crosby; Yoakum; Terry; Lynn; Garza


Wind Advisory issued February 17 at 2:01PM CST until February 17 at 7:00PM CST by NWS Lubbock TX

Summary: * WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Childress, Cottle, and Dickens Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM CST this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and a few power outages may result.
Severity:  Moderate    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 2:01 pm      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 7:00 pm
Area:  Childress; Cottle; Dickens


Blowing Dust Advisory issued February 17 at 2:01PM CST until February 17 at 7:00PM CST by NWS Lubbock TX

Summary: * WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with some gusts to 65 mph expected. For the Blowing Dust Advisory, visibility between one-quarter and one mile in blowing dust. * WHERE...Bailey, Cochran, Hale, Hockley, Lamb, Lubbock, Briscoe, Castro, Parmer, and Swisher Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM CST this evening. * IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility. High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Severity:  Moderate    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 2:01 pm      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 7:00 pm
Area:  Parmer; Castro; Swisher; Briscoe; Bailey; Lamb; Hale; Cochran; Hockley; Lubbock


Wind Advisory issued February 17 at 2:01PM CST until February 17 at 7:00PM CST by NWS Lubbock TX

Summary: * WHAT...For the Blowing Dust Advisory, visibility between one-quarter and one mile in blowing dust. For the Wind Advisory, west winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. * WHERE...Crosby, Floyd, Garza, Lynn, Motley, Terry, Yoakum, and Hall Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM CST this evening. * IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility. Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and a few power outages may result.
Severity:  Moderate    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 2:01 pm      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 7:00 pm
Area:  Hall; Floyd; Motley; Crosby; Yoakum; Terry; Lynn; Garza


High Wind Warning issued February 17 at 2:01PM CST until February 17 at 7:00PM CST by NWS Lubbock TX

Summary: * WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with some gusts to 65 mph expected. For the Blowing Dust Advisory, visibility between one-quarter and one mile in blowing dust. * WHERE...Bailey, Cochran, Hale, Hockley, Lamb, Lubbock, Briscoe, Castro, Parmer, and Swisher Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM CST this evening. * IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility. High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 2:01 pm      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 7:00 pm
Area:  Parmer; Castro; Swisher; Briscoe; Bailey; Lamb; Hale; Cochran; Hockley; Lubbock


Fire Weather Watch issued February 17 at 1:28PM CST until February 18 at 8:00PM CST by NWS Midland/Odessa TX

Summary: ...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM CST /10 AM MST/ TO 8 PM CST /7 PM MST/ TUESDAY FOR 20 FOOT WINDS OF 20 MPH OR GREATER, RELATIVE HUMIDITY AT OR BELOW 15 PERCENT, AND HIGH FIRE DANGER ACROSS GAINES COUNTY, THE SOUTHEAST NEW MEXICO PLAINS, UPPER TRANS PECOS, VAN HORN CORRIDOR, DAVIS MOUNTAINS, AND MARFA PLATEAU... ...FIRE WEATHER WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE WEDNESDAY MORNING THROUGH EARLY WEDNESDAY EVENING FOR 20 FOOT WINDS OF 20 MPH OR GREATER, RELATIVE HUMIDITY BELOW 15 PERCENT, AND HIGH FIRE DANGER ACROSS GAINES COUNTY, THE SOUTHEAST NEW MEXICO PLAINS, UPPER TRANS PECOS, VAN HORN CORRIDOR, DAVIS MOUNTAINS, AND MARFA PLATEAU... ...FIRE WEATHER WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY MORNING THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING FOR WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FROM SOUTHEAST NEW MEXICO INTO GAINES COUNTY, TEXAS AND DOWN INTO AND AROUND THE DAVIS MOUNTAINS... * WINDS...Southwest 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph Tuesday. Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph Wednesday. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 8 percent. * RFTI...6 or critical. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. * SEVERITY... FUELS (ERC)...25th-49th percentile...2 (out of 5). WEATHER...Near Critical...2 (out of 5). FIRE ENVIRONMENT...4 (out of 10).
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 1:28 pm      Expires:  February 18, 2026, 1:30 am
Area:  Chaves County Plains; Eddy Plains; Lea; Gaines; Loving; Van Horn and Highway 54 Corridor; Eastern Culberson County; Reeves County Plains; Chinati Mountains; Marfa Plateau; Davis Mountains; Davis Mountains Foothills


Red Flag Warning issued February 17 at 1:28PM CST until February 17 at 8:00PM CST by NWS Midland/Odessa TX

Summary: ...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM CST /10 AM MST/ TO 8 PM CST /7 PM MST/ TUESDAY FOR 20 FOOT WINDS OF 20 MPH OR GREATER, RELATIVE HUMIDITY AT OR BELOW 15 PERCENT, AND HIGH FIRE DANGER ACROSS GAINES COUNTY, THE SOUTHEAST NEW MEXICO PLAINS, UPPER TRANS PECOS, VAN HORN CORRIDOR, DAVIS MOUNTAINS, AND MARFA PLATEAU... ...FIRE WEATHER WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE WEDNESDAY MORNING THROUGH EARLY WEDNESDAY EVENING FOR 20 FOOT WINDS OF 20 MPH OR GREATER, RELATIVE HUMIDITY BELOW 15 PERCENT, AND HIGH FIRE DANGER ACROSS GAINES COUNTY, THE SOUTHEAST NEW MEXICO PLAINS, UPPER TRANS PECOS, VAN HORN CORRIDOR, DAVIS MOUNTAINS, AND MARFA PLATEAU... ...FIRE WEATHER WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY MORNING THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING FOR WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FROM SOUTHEAST NEW MEXICO INTO GAINES COUNTY, TEXAS AND DOWN INTO AND AROUND THE DAVIS MOUNTAINS... * WINDS...Southwest 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph Tuesday. Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph Wednesday. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 8 percent. * RFTI...6 or critical. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. * SEVERITY... FUELS (ERC)...25th-49th percentile...2 (out of 5). WEATHER...Near Critical...2 (out of 5). FIRE ENVIRONMENT...4 (out of 10).
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 1:28 pm      Expires:  February 18, 2026, 1:30 am
Area:  Chaves County Plains; Eddy Plains; Lea; Gaines; Loving; Van Horn and Highway 54 Corridor; Eastern Culberson County; Reeves County Plains; Chinati Mountains; Marfa Plateau; Davis Mountains; Davis Mountains Foothills


Fire Weather Watch issued February 17 at 1:07PM CST until February 19 at 7:00PM CST by NWS Norman OK

Summary: * WINDS...Southwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. On Thursday, winds shifting from southwest to northwest at 15 to 25 mph with higher gusts. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 14 percent. * TEMPERATURES...Up to 76 Wednesday. Highs in the 60s on Thursday. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. * SEVERITY... FUELS (ERC)...70th-89th percentile...4 (out of 5). WEATHER...Near Critical...2 (out of 5). FIRE ENVIRONMENT...6 (out of 10).
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 1:07 pm      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 11:00 pm
Area:  Grant; Garfield; Blaine; Kingfisher; Logan; Caddo; Canadian; Oklahoma; Grady; McClain; Cleveland; Tillman; Comanche; Wilbarger; Baylor


Red Flag Warning issued February 17 at 1:07PM CST until February 18 at 8:00PM CST by NWS Norman OK

Summary: * WINDS...Southwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. On Thursday, winds shifting from southwest to northwest at 15 to 25 mph with higher gusts. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 14 percent. * TEMPERATURES...Up to 76 Wednesday. Highs in the 60s on Thursday. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. * SEVERITY... FUELS (ERC)...70th-89th percentile...4 (out of 5). WEATHER...Near Critical...2 (out of 5). FIRE ENVIRONMENT...6 (out of 10).
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 1:07 pm      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 11:00 pm
Area:  Grant; Garfield; Blaine; Kingfisher; Logan; Caddo; Canadian; Oklahoma; Grady; McClain; Cleveland; Tillman; Comanche; Wilbarger; Baylor


Red Flag Warning issued February 17 at 1:07PM CST until February 18 at 8:00PM CST by NWS Norman OK

Summary: * WINDS...Southwest to west 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph this afternoon. On Wednesday, south to southwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to around 40 mph. South winds shifting to northwest at 15 to 25 mph with higher gusts Thursday. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 10 percent today through Thursday. * TEMPERATURES...Up to 83 this afternoon. 72 to 77 on Wednesday and upper 50s to low 70s on Thursday. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. * SEVERITY... FUELS (ERC)...70th-89th percentile...4 (out of 5). WEATHER...Near Critical to Extreme...2 to 4 (out of 5). FIRE ENVIRONMENT...6 to 8 (out of 10).
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 1:07 pm      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 11:00 pm
Area:  Harper; Woods; Alfalfa; Ellis; Woodward; Major; Roger Mills; Dewey; Custer; Beckham; Washita; Harmon; Greer; Kiowa; Jackson; Hardeman; Foard; Knox


Fire Weather Watch issued February 17 at 1:07PM CST until February 19 at 7:00PM CST by NWS Norman OK

Summary: * WINDS...Southwest to West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 14 percent. * TEMPERATURES...Up to 73. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. * SEVERITY... FUELS (ERC)...70th-89th percentile...4 (out of 5). WEATHER...Near Critical...2 (out of 5). FIRE ENVIRONMENT...6 (out of 10).
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 1:07 pm      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 11:00 pm
Area:  Payne; Lincoln; Pottawatomie; Seminole; Hughes; Stephens; Garvin; Murray; Pontotoc; Cotton; Jefferson; Carter; Love; Wichita; Archer; Clay


Red Flag Warning issued February 17 at 1:07PM CST until February 17 at 8:00PM CST by NWS Norman OK

Summary: * WINDS...Southwest to west 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph this afternoon. On Wednesday, south to southwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to around 40 mph. South winds shifting to northwest at 15 to 25 mph with higher gusts Thursday. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 10 percent today through Thursday. * TEMPERATURES...Up to 83 this afternoon. 72 to 77 on Wednesday and upper 50s to low 70s on Thursday. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. * SEVERITY... FUELS (ERC)...70th-89th percentile...4 (out of 5). WEATHER...Near Critical to Extreme...2 to 4 (out of 5). FIRE ENVIRONMENT...6 to 8 (out of 10).
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 1:07 pm      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 11:00 pm
Area:  Harper; Woods; Alfalfa; Ellis; Woodward; Major; Roger Mills; Dewey; Custer; Beckham; Washita; Harmon; Greer; Kiowa; Jackson; Hardeman; Foard; Knox


Fire Weather Watch issued February 17 at 1:07PM CST until February 19 at 7:00PM CST by NWS Norman OK

Summary: * WINDS...Southwest to west 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph this afternoon. On Wednesday, south to southwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to around 40 mph. South winds shifting to northwest at 15 to 25 mph with higher gusts Thursday. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 10 percent today through Thursday. * TEMPERATURES...Up to 83 this afternoon. 72 to 77 on Wednesday and upper 50s to low 70s on Thursday. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. * SEVERITY... FUELS (ERC)...70th-89th percentile...4 (out of 5). WEATHER...Near Critical to Extreme...2 to 4 (out of 5). FIRE ENVIRONMENT...6 to 8 (out of 10).
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 1:07 pm      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 11:00 pm
Area:  Harper; Woods; Alfalfa; Ellis; Woodward; Major; Roger Mills; Dewey; Custer; Beckham; Washita; Harmon; Greer; Kiowa; Jackson; Hardeman; Foard; Knox


High Wind Warning issued February 17 at 12:00PM MST until February 17 at 8:00PM MST by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM

Summary: * WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. For the Blowing Dust Advisory, visibility between one-quarter and one mile in blowing dust. * WHERE...In New Mexico, West Central Tularosa Basin/White Sands. In Texas, Eastern/Central El Paso County. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 8 PM MST this evening. For the Blowing Dust Advisory, until 5 PM MST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility. Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 12:00 pm      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 8:00 pm
Area:  West Central Tularosa Basin/White Sands; Eastern/Central El Paso County


Wind Advisory issued February 17 at 12:00PM MST until February 17 at 8:00PM MST by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM

Summary: * WHAT...For the Blowing Dust Advisory, visibility between one-quarter and one mile in blowing dust. For the Wind Advisory, west winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...In New Mexico, East Central Tularosa Basin/Alamogordo, Otero Mesa, Southeast Tularosa Basin, and Southern Dona Ana County/Mesilla Valley. In Texas, Northern Hudspeth Highlands/Hueco Mountains, Rio Grande Valley of Eastern El Paso/Western Hudspeth Counties, and Western El Paso County. * WHEN...For the Blowing Dust Advisory, until 5 PM MST this afternoon. For the Wind Advisory, until 8 PM MST this evening. * IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility. Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Severity:  Moderate    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 12:00 pm      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 8:00 pm
Area:  Southern Dona Ana County/Mesilla Valley; Otero Mesa; East Central Tularosa Basin/Alamogordo; Southeast Tularosa Basin; Western El Paso County; Northern Hudspeth Highlands/Hueco Mountains; Rio Grande Valley of Eastern El Paso/Western Hudspeth Counties


Wind Advisory issued February 17 at 12:00PM MST until February 17 at 8:00PM MST by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM

Summary: * WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...In New Mexico, Northern Dona Ana County, Sierra County Lakes, West Slopes Sacramento Mountains Below 7500 Feet, Central Grant County/Silver City Area, Eastern Black Range Foothills, Southern Gila Foothills/Mimbres Valley, Southern Gila Region Highlands/Black Range, and Southwest Desert/Mimbres Basin. In Texas, Salt Basin. * WHEN...Until 8 PM MST this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Severity:  Moderate    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 12:00 pm      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 8:00 pm
Area:  Southern Gila Foothills/Mimbres Valley; Southwest Desert/Mimbres Basin; Eastern Black Range Foothills; Sierra County Lakes; Northern Dona Ana County; West Slopes Sacramento Mountains Below 7500 Feet; Central Grant County/Silver City Area; Southern Gila Region Highlands/Black Range; Salt Basin


Red Flag Warning issued February 17 at 11:58AM CST until February 17 at 8:00PM CST by NWS Amarillo TX

Summary: The National Weather Service in Amarillo has issued a Red Flag Warning for breezy winds and low relative humidity, which is in effect from 11 AM to 8 PM CST Wednesday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * WINDS... For today, southwest 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph. For tomorrow, southwest 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...For today as low as 10 percent. For tomorrow, as low as 9 percent * TEMPERATURES...For today in the 70s to low 80s. For tomorrow, in the 60s to mid 70s. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. * SEVERITY...High-end Critical to Critical FUELS (ERC)...70th-89th percentile...4 (out of 5). WEATHER...Critical...3 (out of 5). FIRE ENVIRONMENT...7 (out of 10).
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 11:58 am      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 10:00 pm
Area:  Cimarron; Texas; Beaver; Dallam; Sherman; Hansford; Ochiltree; Lipscomb; Hartley; Moore; Hutchinson; Roberts; Hemphill; Oldham; Potter; Carson; Gray; Wheeler; Deaf Smith; Randall; Armstrong; Donley; Collingsworth; Palo Duro Canyon


Red Flag Warning issued February 17 at 11:58AM CST until February 18 at 8:00PM CST by NWS Amarillo TX

Summary: The National Weather Service in Amarillo has issued a Red Flag Warning for breezy winds and low relative humidity, which is in effect from 11 AM to 8 PM CST Wednesday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * WINDS... For today, southwest 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph. For tomorrow, southwest 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...For today as low as 10 percent. For tomorrow, as low as 9 percent * TEMPERATURES...For today in the 70s to low 80s. For tomorrow, in the 60s to mid 70s. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. * SEVERITY...High-end Critical to Critical FUELS (ERC)...70th-89th percentile...4 (out of 5). WEATHER...Critical...3 (out of 5). FIRE ENVIRONMENT...7 (out of 10).
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 11:58 am      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 10:00 pm
Area:  Cimarron; Texas; Beaver; Dallam; Sherman; Hansford; Ochiltree; Lipscomb; Hartley; Moore; Hutchinson; Roberts; Hemphill; Oldham; Potter; Carson; Gray; Wheeler; Deaf Smith; Randall; Armstrong; Donley; Collingsworth; Palo Duro Canyon


Red Flag Warning issued February 17 at 11:39AM CST until February 17 at 8:00PM CST by NWS Lubbock TX

Summary: * Timing...11 AM through 7 PM CST Tuesday. * Wind...Southwest at 30 to 40 mph, with gusts to 65 mph. * Humidity...As low as 13 percent. * Fuels...Normal to dry. * Impacts...Any fires that develop can spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is discouraged.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 11:39 am      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 7:00 pm
Area:  Garza


Red Flag Warning issued February 17 at 11:39AM CST until February 17 at 8:00PM CST by NWS Lubbock TX

Summary: ...FIRE WEATHER WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY MORNING THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING FOR STRONG WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR THE FAR SOUTHERN TEXAS PANHANDLE, NORTHERN SOUTH PLAINS, AND NORTHERN ROLLING PLAINS... The National Weather Service in Lubbock has issued a Fire Weather Watch, which is in effect from Thursday morning through Thursday evening. * Timing...11 AM through 7 PM CST Tuesday for Red Flag Warning. Thursday afternoon for the Fire Weather Watch. * Wind...For Tuesday, Southwest at 30 to 40 mph, with gusts to 65 mph. For Thursday, West at 25 to 30 mph, with gusts up to 40 mph. * Humidity...For Tuesday, as low as 13 percent. For Thursday, as low as 11 percent. * Fuels...Normal to dry. * Impacts...Any fires that develop can spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is discouraged.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 11:39 am      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 7:00 pm
Area:  Dickens


Red Flag Warning issued February 17 at 11:39AM CST until February 18 at 7:00PM CST by NWS Lubbock TX

Summary: ...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 7 PM CST WEDNESDAY FOR STRONG WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR THE FAR SOUTHERN TEXAS PANHANDLE, SOUTH PLAINS, AND PORTIONS OF THE ROLLING PLAINS... The National Weather Service in Lubbock has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from 11 AM to 7 PM CST Wednesday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * Timing...11 AM through 7 PM CST Tuesday for Red Flag Warning. Wednesday afternoon for the Red Flag Warning. * Wind...For Tuesday, Southwest at 30 to 40 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph. For Wednesday, Southwest at 25 to 35 mph, with gusts up to 45 mph. * Humidity...For Tuesday, as low as 13 percent. For Wednesday, as low as 9 percent. * Fuels...Normal to dry. * Impacts...Any fires that develop can spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is discouraged.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 11:39 am      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 7:00 pm
Area:  Yoakum; Terry; Lynn


Red Flag Warning issued February 17 at 11:39AM CST until February 18 at 7:00PM CST by NWS Lubbock TX

Summary: ...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 7 PM CST WEDNESDAY FOR STRONG WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR THE FAR SOUTHERN TEXAS PANHANDLE, SOUTH PLAINS, AND PORTIONS OF THE ROLLING PLAINS... ...FIRE WEATHER WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY MORNING THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING FOR STRONG WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR THE FAR SOUTHERN TEXAS PANHANDLE, NORTHERN SOUTH PLAINS, AND NORTHERN ROLLING PLAINS... The National Weather Service in Lubbock has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from 11 AM to 7 PM CST Wednesday. A Fire Weather Watch has also been issued. This Fire Weather Watch is in effect from Thursday morning through Thursday evening. * Timing...11 AM through 7 PM CST Tuesday for Red Flag Warning. Wednesday afternoon for the Red Flag Warning. Thursday afternoon for the Fire Weather Watch. * Wind...For Tuesday, Southwest at 30 to 40 mph, with gusts up to 60 mph. For Wednesday, Southwest at 25 to 35 mph, with gusts up to 45 mph. For Thursday, West at 25 to 30 mph, with gusts up to 40 mph. * Humidity...For Tuesday, as low as 13 percent. For Wednesday, as low as 9 percent. For Thursday, as low as 11 percent. * Fuels...Normal to dry. * Impacts...Any fires that develop can spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is discouraged.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 11:39 am      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 7:00 pm
Area:  Parmer; Castro; Swisher; Briscoe; Hall; Childress; Bailey; Lamb; Hale; Floyd; Motley; Cottle; Cochran; Hockley; Lubbock; Crosby


Red Flag Warning issued February 17 at 11:39AM CST until February 17 at 8:00PM CST by NWS Lubbock TX

Summary: ...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 7 PM CST WEDNESDAY FOR STRONG WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR THE FAR SOUTHERN TEXAS PANHANDLE, SOUTH PLAINS, AND PORTIONS OF THE ROLLING PLAINS... The National Weather Service in Lubbock has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from 11 AM to 7 PM CST Wednesday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * Timing...11 AM through 7 PM CST Tuesday for Red Flag Warning. Wednesday afternoon for the Red Flag Warning. * Wind...For Tuesday, Southwest at 30 to 40 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph. For Wednesday, Southwest at 25 to 35 mph, with gusts up to 45 mph. * Humidity...For Tuesday, as low as 13 percent. For Wednesday, as low as 9 percent. * Fuels...Normal to dry. * Impacts...Any fires that develop can spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is discouraged.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 11:39 am      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 7:00 pm
Area:  Yoakum; Terry; Lynn


Red Flag Warning issued February 17 at 11:39AM CST until February 17 at 8:00PM CST by NWS Lubbock TX

Summary: ...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 7 PM CST WEDNESDAY FOR STRONG WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR THE FAR SOUTHERN TEXAS PANHANDLE, SOUTH PLAINS, AND PORTIONS OF THE ROLLING PLAINS... ...FIRE WEATHER WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY MORNING THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING FOR STRONG WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR THE FAR SOUTHERN TEXAS PANHANDLE, NORTHERN SOUTH PLAINS, AND NORTHERN ROLLING PLAINS... The National Weather Service in Lubbock has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from 11 AM to 7 PM CST Wednesday. A Fire Weather Watch has also been issued. This Fire Weather Watch is in effect from Thursday morning through Thursday evening. * Timing...11 AM through 7 PM CST Tuesday for Red Flag Warning. Wednesday afternoon for the Red Flag Warning. Thursday afternoon for the Fire Weather Watch. * Wind...For Tuesday, Southwest at 30 to 40 mph, with gusts up to 60 mph. For Wednesday, Southwest at 25 to 35 mph, with gusts up to 45 mph. For Thursday, West at 25 to 30 mph, with gusts up to 40 mph. * Humidity...For Tuesday, as low as 13 percent. For Wednesday, as low as 9 percent. For Thursday, as low as 11 percent. * Fuels...Normal to dry. * Impacts...Any fires that develop can spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is discouraged.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 11:39 am      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 7:00 pm
Area:  Parmer; Castro; Swisher; Briscoe; Hall; Childress; Bailey; Lamb; Hale; Floyd; Motley; Cottle; Cochran; Hockley; Lubbock; Crosby


Fire Weather Watch issued February 17 at 11:39AM CST until February 19 at 8:00PM CST by NWS Lubbock TX

Summary: ...FIRE WEATHER WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY MORNING THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING FOR STRONG WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR THE FAR SOUTHERN TEXAS PANHANDLE, NORTHERN SOUTH PLAINS, AND NORTHERN ROLLING PLAINS... The National Weather Service in Lubbock has issued a Fire Weather Watch, which is in effect from Thursday morning through Thursday evening. * Timing...11 AM through 7 PM CST Tuesday for Red Flag Warning. Thursday afternoon for the Fire Weather Watch. * Wind...For Tuesday, Southwest at 30 to 40 mph, with gusts to 65 mph. For Thursday, West at 25 to 30 mph, with gusts up to 40 mph. * Humidity...For Tuesday, as low as 13 percent. For Thursday, as low as 11 percent. * Fuels...Normal to dry. * Impacts...Any fires that develop can spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is discouraged.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 11:39 am      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 7:00 pm
Area:  Dickens


Fire Weather Watch issued February 17 at 11:39AM CST until February 19 at 8:00PM CST by NWS Lubbock TX

Summary: ...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 7 PM CST WEDNESDAY FOR STRONG WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR THE FAR SOUTHERN TEXAS PANHANDLE, SOUTH PLAINS, AND PORTIONS OF THE ROLLING PLAINS... ...FIRE WEATHER WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY MORNING THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING FOR STRONG WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR THE FAR SOUTHERN TEXAS PANHANDLE, NORTHERN SOUTH PLAINS, AND NORTHERN ROLLING PLAINS... The National Weather Service in Lubbock has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from 11 AM to 7 PM CST Wednesday. A Fire Weather Watch has also been issued. This Fire Weather Watch is in effect from Thursday morning through Thursday evening. * Timing...11 AM through 7 PM CST Tuesday for Red Flag Warning. Wednesday afternoon for the Red Flag Warning. Thursday afternoon for the Fire Weather Watch. * Wind...For Tuesday, Southwest at 30 to 40 mph, with gusts up to 60 mph. For Wednesday, Southwest at 25 to 35 mph, with gusts up to 45 mph. For Thursday, West at 25 to 30 mph, with gusts up to 40 mph. * Humidity...For Tuesday, as low as 13 percent. For Wednesday, as low as 9 percent. For Thursday, as low as 11 percent. * Fuels...Normal to dry. * Impacts...Any fires that develop can spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is discouraged.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 11:39 am      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 7:00 pm
Area:  Parmer; Castro; Swisher; Briscoe; Hall; Childress; Bailey; Lamb; Hale; Floyd; Motley; Cottle; Cochran; Hockley; Lubbock; Crosby


Fire Weather Watch issued February 17 at 11:39AM CST until February 19 at 8:00PM CST by NWS Lubbock TX

Summary: The National Weather Service in Lubbock has issued a Fire Weather Watch, which is in effect from Thursday morning through Thursday evening. * Timing...Thursday afternoon. * Wind...West at 25 to 30 mph, with gusts up to 40 mph. * Humidity...As low as 11 percent. * Fuels...Normal to dry. * Impacts...Any fires that develop can spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is discouraged.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 11:39 am      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 7:00 pm
Area:  King


High Wind Warning issued February 17 at 10:08AM MST until February 17 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Midland/Odessa TX

Summary: * WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * WHERE...Davis Mountains. * WHEN...Until 9 PM CST this evening. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 10:08 am      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 8:00 pm
Area:  Davis Mountains


High Wind Watch issued February 17 at 10:08AM MST until February 19 at 5:00AM MST by NWS Midland/Odessa TX

Summary: * WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. For the Blowing Dust Advisory, visibility between one-quarter and one mile in blowing dust. For the High Wind Watch, southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible. * WHERE...In New Mexico, Eddy County Plains. In Texas, Eastern Culberson County. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning and Blowing Dust Advisory, until 8 PM MST /9 PM CST/ this evening. For the High Wind Watch, from Wednesday morning through late Wednesday night. * IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility. A sudden gust of wind could drop visibility to near zero instantly. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles like campers, vans, and tractor trailers. Blowing dust can reduce visibility suddenly to zero, especially in areas where bare fields exist. Severe turbulence near the mountains will be hazardous for low flying light aircraft.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 10:08 am      Expires:  February 19, 2026, 5:00 am
Area:  Eddy County Plains; Eastern Culberson County


High Wind Watch issued February 17 at 10:08AM MST until February 19 at 5:00AM MST by NWS Midland/Odessa TX

Summary: * WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 40 to 60 mph with gusts up to 80 mph. For the High Wind Watch, southwest winds 35 to 55 mph with gusts up to 80 mph possible. * WHERE...In New Mexico, Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County. In Texas, Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 10 PM MST /11 PM CST/ this evening. For the High Wind Watch, from Wednesday morning through late Wednesday night. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles like campers, vans, and tractor trailers. Aviation interests may experience localized but extreme turbulence, or strong downward airflows if flying in the near the Guadalupe Mountains. Severe turbulence near the mountains will be hazardous for low flying light aircraft.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 10:08 am      Expires:  February 19, 2026, 5:00 am
Area:  Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County; Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains


High Wind Watch issued February 17 at 10:08AM MST until February 19 at 5:00AM MST by NWS Midland/Odessa TX

Summary: * WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 35 to 55 mph with gusts up to 80 mph. For the High Wind Watch, west winds 35 to 55 mph with gusts up to 80 mph possible. * WHERE...Guadalupe Mountains Above 7000 Feet. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 10 PM MST this evening. For the High Wind Watch, from Wednesday morning through late Wednesday night. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles like campers, vans, and tractor trailers. Aviation interests may experience localized but extreme turbulence, or strong downward airflows if flying in the near the Guadalupe Mountains. Severe turbulence near the mountains will be hazardous for low flying light aircraft.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 10:08 am      Expires:  February 19, 2026, 5:00 am
Area:  Guadalupe Mountains Above 7000 Feet


High Wind Warning issued February 17 at 10:08AM MST until February 17 at 10:00PM MST by NWS Midland/Odessa TX

Summary: * WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 40 to 60 mph with gusts up to 80 mph. For the High Wind Watch, southwest winds 35 to 55 mph with gusts up to 80 mph possible. * WHERE...In New Mexico, Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County. In Texas, Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 10 PM MST /11 PM CST/ this evening. For the High Wind Watch, from Wednesday morning through late Wednesday night. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles like campers, vans, and tractor trailers. Aviation interests may experience localized but extreme turbulence, or strong downward airflows if flying in the near the Guadalupe Mountains. Severe turbulence near the mountains will be hazardous for low flying light aircraft.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 10:08 am      Expires:  February 19, 2026, 5:00 am
Area:  Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County; Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains


High Wind Warning issued February 17 at 10:08AM MST until February 17 at 10:00PM MST by NWS Midland/Odessa TX

Summary: * WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 35 to 55 mph with gusts up to 80 mph. For the High Wind Watch, west winds 35 to 55 mph with gusts up to 80 mph possible. * WHERE...Guadalupe Mountains Above 7000 Feet. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 10 PM MST this evening. For the High Wind Watch, from Wednesday morning through late Wednesday night. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles like campers, vans, and tractor trailers. Aviation interests may experience localized but extreme turbulence, or strong downward airflows if flying in the near the Guadalupe Mountains. Severe turbulence near the mountains will be hazardous for low flying light aircraft.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 10:08 am      Expires:  February 19, 2026, 5:00 am
Area:  Guadalupe Mountains Above 7000 Feet


High Wind Warning issued February 17 at 10:08AM MST until February 17 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Midland/Odessa TX

Summary: * WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. For the Blowing Dust Advisory, visibility between one-quarter and one mile in blowing dust. For the High Wind Watch, southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible. * WHERE...In New Mexico, Eddy County Plains. In Texas, Eastern Culberson County. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning and Blowing Dust Advisory, until 8 PM MST /9 PM CST/ this evening. For the High Wind Watch, from Wednesday morning through late Wednesday night. * IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility. A sudden gust of wind could drop visibility to near zero instantly. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles like campers, vans, and tractor trailers. Blowing dust can reduce visibility suddenly to zero, especially in areas where bare fields exist. Severe turbulence near the mountains will be hazardous for low flying light aircraft.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 10:08 am      Expires:  February 19, 2026, 5:00 am
Area:  Eddy County Plains; Eastern Culberson County


Blowing Dust Advisory issued February 17 at 10:08AM MST until February 17 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Midland/Odessa TX

Summary: * WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. For the Blowing Dust Advisory, visibility between one-quarter and one mile in blowing dust. For the High Wind Watch, southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible. * WHERE...In New Mexico, Eddy County Plains. In Texas, Eastern Culberson County. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning and Blowing Dust Advisory, until 8 PM MST /9 PM CST/ this evening. For the High Wind Watch, from Wednesday morning through late Wednesday night. * IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility. A sudden gust of wind could drop visibility to near zero instantly. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles like campers, vans, and tractor trailers. Blowing dust can reduce visibility suddenly to zero, especially in areas where bare fields exist. Severe turbulence near the mountains will be hazardous for low flying light aircraft.
Severity:  Moderate    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 10:08 am      Expires:  February 19, 2026, 5:00 am
Area:  Eddy County Plains; Eastern Culberson County


Wind Advisory issued February 17 at 10:08AM MST until February 17 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Midland/Odessa TX

Summary: * WHAT...For the Blowing Dust Advisory, visibility between one-quarter and one mile in blowing dust. For the Wind Advisory, west winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...In New Mexico, Southern Lea County. In Texas, Davis Mountains Foothills, Van Horn and Highway 54 Corridor, and Reeves County Plains, and Andrews, Dawson, Gaines, Loving, and Winkler Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 PM MST /9 PM CST/ this evening. * IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility. A sudden gust of wind could drop visibility to near zero instantly. Gusty winds may blow around unsecured objects.
Severity:  Moderate    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 10:08 am      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 8:00 pm
Area:  Southern Lea County; Gaines; Dawson; Andrews; Loving; Winkler; Van Horn and Highway 54 Corridor; Reeves County Plains; Davis Mountains Foothills


Blowing Dust Advisory issued February 17 at 10:08AM MST until February 17 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Midland/Odessa TX

Summary: * WHAT...For the Blowing Dust Advisory, visibility between one-quarter and one mile in blowing dust. For the Wind Advisory, west winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...In New Mexico, Southern Lea County. In Texas, Davis Mountains Foothills, Van Horn and Highway 54 Corridor, and Reeves County Plains, and Andrews, Dawson, Gaines, Loving, and Winkler Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 PM MST /9 PM CST/ this evening. * IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility. A sudden gust of wind could drop visibility to near zero instantly. Gusty winds may blow around unsecured objects.
Severity:  Moderate    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 10:08 am      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 8:00 pm
Area:  Southern Lea County; Gaines; Dawson; Andrews; Loving; Winkler; Van Horn and Highway 54 Corridor; Reeves County Plains; Davis Mountains Foothills


Fire Weather Watch issued February 17 at 4:49AM MST until February 18 at 6:00PM MST by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM

Summary: ...CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS FOR MUCH OF SOUTHERN NEW MEXICO AND FAR WEST TEXAS WEDNESDAY... .A passing upper level trough will lead to increasing dryness and strong winds on Wednesday. Sustained winds will approach 25 to 35 MPH for much of the area, with gusts around 45 MPH common. The strongest winds will favor along and east of the Sacramento Mountains, where gusts could reach upwards of 60 MPH. This will combine with minimum relative humidity in the low double digits and teens in the afternoon, creating high fire danger. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 055 Texas Fire Weather Zone 055 El Paso County, Fire Weather Zone 056 Texas Fire Weather Zone 056 Hudspeth County, Fire Weather Zone 111 Southwest Deserts and Lowlands/Las Cruces BLM/GLZ, Fire Weather Zone 112 South Central Lowlands and Southern Rio Grande Valley/BLM/GLZ and Fire Weather Zone 113 Capitan and Sacramento Mountains/Lincoln NF/LNZ. * TIMING...11 AM to 6 PM Wednesday * WINDS...Southwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 10 percent. * TEMPERATURES...Up to 68. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  February 17, 2026, 4:49 am      Expires:  February 17, 2026, 11:00 pm
Area:  Southwest Deserts and Lowlands; South Central Lowlands And Southern Rio Grande Valley; Capitan And Sacramento Mountains; El Paso; Hudspeth