Weather

Strong Winds, Gusts Up to 50 mph Threaten New Mexico on Sunday

Gusts of up to 50 mph could hit parts of New Mexico on Sunday, possibly disrupting the Balloon Fiesta's final mass ascension, KRQE reports, with wind advisories posted near the Four Corners.

Super El Niño Could Bring Drought Relief, Flood Risks to New Mexico

A very strong El Niño could bring New Mexico a wetter 2026-27 winter and some drought relief, but heavier precipitation and fast spring snowmelt could also raise flood risks, The Weather Channel reports.

New Mexico Families Staggered by $220-Plus Power Bills Amid Brutal Heatwave and PNM Shortages of Meter Readers

New Mexico families are facing power bills topping $220 as extreme heat and a PNM meter reader shortage drive up costs, KOB 4 reports.

Have Babies or Young Children at Home? Health Officials Urge Extra Protection From Summer Heat

Babies and young children overheat faster than adults, so parents should watch for dehydration and avoid common heat mistakes, KOAT reports.

New Mexico Swelters Under Triple-Digit Temperatures and Monsoons: What You Need to Know

Much of New Mexico sweltered under triple-digit temperatures in late July as a stubborn high-pressure system kept a firm grip on the state, KRQE reports.

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Health Groups Urge New Mexico to Expand Medicaid Coverage for Obesity Drugs

Five national health and Hispanic advocacy groups are pressing Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham to widen Medicaid coverage of GLP-1 obesity drugs, the Santa Fe New Mexican reports.

Medicaid Changes: The Facts Behind New Rules Affecting New Mexicans

New Medicaid rules have caused thousands of immigrants to lose their coverage, but they’re not the only ones affected. Did you know that other New Mexico residents could also lose coverage under the recent changes? Our team breaks down the facts to help you understand what’s changing and how to prepare for the new requirements.

Drought is Driving New Mexico Bears into Neighborhoods, and it’s Costing Them Their Lives

Drought has left New Mexico’s bears short on natural food, causing them to wander into neighborhoods in search of easy meals. With bear reports climbing and a record 307 bears killed this year, wildlife officials say keeping bears from getting used to human food is key to keeping them alive.

Cooler Weather May Slow New World Screwworm, NMDA Intensifies Response in Otero County

New Mexico confirmed a New World screwworm case in an Otero County beef cow, and officials say cooler weather will not end the risk, the New Mexico Department of Agriculture said in a news release.

Santa Fe City Hall Operations Interrupted After Employee Receives Suspicious Package Meant for Mayor Michael Garcia

Santa Fe police evacuated City Hall after a city employee was handed a suspicious package meant for Mayor Michael Garcia, the Santa Fe Police Department said.