Severe Winter Storm Sweeps Across Multiple States, Bringing Snow, Rain, and Strong Winds

A storm system has arrived in New Mexico, bringing scattered showers, isolated storms, and heavier snowfall in the Northern Mountains. The Albuquerque metro area is experiencing a breezy east canyon wind with gusts up to 45 mph, while western New Mexico is dealing with breezes up to 25-35 mph. Winter Storm Warnings are in effect for several mountain areas, with up to a foot of snow expected. Rain is falling in the valleys and eastern New Mexico, while Albuquerque will mostly see chilly rain. Drier and warmer weather is expected later in the week and into the weekend.