El Paso, TX – Residents across southwest Texas and south-central New Mexico should prepare for hazardous road conditions and potential travel delays as a winter weather advisory takes effect from 10 p.m. Tuesday through 5 a.m. Friday. Forecasts predict snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches, accompanied by gusty winds reaching 40 mph.
According to the National Weather Service, the advisory impacts major areas, including El Paso, Las Cruces, Alamogordo, and parts of the Sacramento Mountains. The strongest snowfall is expected overnight Tuesday and again on Thursday. Gusty winds may cause downed tree branches and low visibility on key roadways such as I-10 and Highway 70.
Travelers are urged to exercise caution on bridges, overpasses, and untreated roads, as slick and icy conditions will persist throughout the week. Wednesday morning and evening commutes will likely be impacted by icy surfaces and reduced visibility. For those venturing outdoors, sidewalks and driveways may also pose a slip hazard.…