Coverage dated October 22, 2026

Weather Authority Alert: Heavy rain, strong winds, hail possible for Friday

Headline from KTSM 9 News

A powerful and slow-moving Pacific system is moving out of Arizona toward the Borderland. The energy from the system will elevate the potential for very strong (even severe) storms on Friday and Saturday. Tonight, western New Mexico is under a Tornado Watch.

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KVIA El Paso
ABC-7 First Alert Continues – Active Weather Pattern Brings Severe Storms and Heavy Rain to the Borderland (opens KVIA El Paso)
Published Oct 22, 2026
KVIA El Paso's feed description
An active and potentially stormy weather pattern is setting up across the Borderland, with multiple rounds of thunderstorms expected through the weekend. Severe Weather Threat Today The greatest concern is tonight, especially near the Arizona border and across western portions of the region.
KTSM 9 News
Weather Authority Alert: Heavy rain, strong winds, hail possible for Friday (opens KTSM 9 News)
Published Oct 22, 2026
KTSM 9 News's feed description
A powerful and slow-moving Pacific system is moving out of Arizona toward the Borderland. The energy from the system will elevate the potential for very strong (even severe) storms on Friday and Saturday. Tonight, western New Mexico is under a Tornado Watch.