High winds, travel advisory issued for Southwest New Mexico
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – Travel advisories have been issued for high winds and blowing dust in Southwest New Mexico this week, the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) said.
NMDOT said the advisories were issued for Thursday, March 13, and Friday, March 14.
Forecasted wind speeds of 35 to 45 mph with southwest gusts of 65-75 mph are expected. The highest impact for strong winds and blowing dust will be from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., NMDOT said.
'If you must travel, we recommend you monitor local forecast conditions prior to starting your trip and visit www.nmroads.com for current roadway information,' read the news release by NMDOT. 'Roadway conditions may change quickly, blowing dust can escalate to blinding dust storms as they move quickly through remote areas.'
If you are approaching a dust storm or are caught in a dust storm, follow the guidelines below to help you stay safe, as provided by NMDOT:
Avoid driving into or through a dust storm.
Do not wait until poor visibility makes it difficult to safely pull off the roadway — do it as soon as possible. Completely exit the highway if you can.
If you encounter a dust storm, check traffic immediately around your vehicle (front, back and to the side) and begin slowing down.
Do not stop in the roadway; pull completely out of the travel lanes and as far onto the right shoulder as possible.
Stop the vehicle in a position ensuring it is a safe distance from the main roadway and away from where other vehicles may travel.
Turn off all vehicle lights, including your emergency flashers.
Set your emergency brake and take your foot off the brake.
Stay in the vehicle with your seat belts buckled and wait for the storm to pass.
Drivers of high-profile vehicles should be especially aware of changing weather conditions and travel at reduced speeds.
NMDOT said they will be monitoring roadway conditions with local law enforcement. Roadway advisories will be posted on www.nmroads.com or by calling 511.
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