Tracking a Winter Storm; Unusual Early-Season Heat Wave in the Southwest

A major winter storm will organize across the Northern Plains today and then rapidly strengthen as it moves into the Great Lakes on Sunday. Heavy snow and blowing snow are likely to persist over the Great Lakes into Monday night. Dry and gusty winds will produce a critical fire risk across the central/southern Plains. An early heatwave will begin to intensify over the western U.S. into next week. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Sat, Mar 14, 2026 at 7:38:13 pm MDT

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High fire danger is expected across all of central and northern New Mexico on Sunday. Strong to severe winds and very low humidity will lead to rapid fire spread. Do you part to create #OneLessSpark!

High fire danger will be present around much of the area through the weekend. Do your part to create #OneLessSpark!

Strong to damaging winds will impact northernand central NM on Sunday. These winds may start as early as 3am Sunday morning along mountain ridges and the adjacent highlands, before spreading areawide throughout the morning and afternoon.

After a strong cold front pushes through NM on Sunday, temperatures Sunday night will plummet. Most areas will experience a hard freeze. If your plants and trees are already blooming due to the recent warm stretch, take action to protect them. Make sure pets have a warm place to stay overnight and unfrozen water. Protect exposed pipes.

The strong winds on Sunday may result in areas of blowing dust and low visibility. Remember, don't drive through dust storms. Pull off the road as far as possible. Put your vehicle in park, turn off all lights, and set the emergency brake. Then, take your foot off the brake pedal to make sure your taillights aren't illuminated.