Dust storm in New Mexico causes crashes, road closures

Dust storm warning issued for Chaves County and Roswell in New Mexico
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Dust storm in New Mexico causes crashes, road closures near Roswell
CHAVES COUNTY, N.M.– A dust storm has caused zero-to-limited visibility in Chaves County, New Mexico, leading to several crashes and road closures. According to the Chaves County Sheriff's Office, several crashes were reported within the county,
Massive dust storm in New Mexico leaves drivers stranded
The dust storm, known as a haboob, swept across parts of New Mexico at a rapid pace with near zero visibility and winds of 45 miles per hour.
Updates: Las Cruces under dust storm, high wind warnings
Las Crucens should prepare for a dust storm until 10 a.m. Monday morning, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).
Massive dust storm in New Mexico forces drivers to shelter in place
A massive dust storm in New Mexico swept across parts of the state Monday with nearly zero visibility and winds up to 45 miles an hour. Drivers were asked to shelter in place as officials tried to get cars off the interstate.
Dust storm warning continues for Roswell
Dust storm warning continues for Roswell
Dust roams across New Mexico causing low visibility, crashes and closures
Many parts of New Mexico were covered in clouds of dust Monday, resulting in poor visibility, road closures and health alerts to be issued.
Dust storm wreaks havoc on Roswell area
An ongoing dust storm has caused roads to close and schools to dismiss early in the Roswell area. The National Weather Service issued a dust storm warning in the Roswell area, warning about “near-zero visibility in blowing dust” and “dangerous life-threatening travel” until 11:45 a.
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What is a haboob doing in New Mexico, and what's with all the dust in West Texas?
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New Mexico school delays and closings
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Haboob tears across Southwest with near-zero visibility, shutting down interstates
New Mexico law enforcement officials closed parts of Interstates 10 and 25 as well as US Highway 70 because of the “dangerous, life-threatening” travel conditions.
High wind travel advisory for southwestern New Mexico
A travel advisory has been issued in Southwest New Mexico due to high wind gusts. The highest impact for strong winds and ...