ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Residents across New Mexico should prepare for gusty conditions and heightened fire risks as strong winds persist throughout the state, according to the National Weather Service Albuquerque office. The National Weather Service in Albuquerque forecasts breezy to windy conditions each day through midweek, with Tuesday expected to bring the strongest gusts. Winds exceeding 30 mph, coupled with dry conditions, could lead to rapid wildfire spread, particularly in eastern New Mexico.
Roswell has already seen dust storms triggered by strong winds, and Union County may experience humidity levels rising to 70-80% with a backdoor front moving in. A potential storm system later in the week may bring much-needed moisture to the Southwest, though significant rainfall remains uncertain.…