A shortwave trough near the Four Corners with an accompanying sub-tropical jet streak helped initiate afternoon thunderstorms across much of southeast New Mexico and far west Texas. Several strong to severe thunderstorms developed across this region. One particular thunderstorm developed into a left-moving supercell. This supercell produced a long-track swath of intense straight-line winds in Loving and Lea Counties causing large amounts of wind damage.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEA, NEW MEXICO
From 31-MAY-23 15:18:00 to 31-MAY-23 15:28:00 (MST-7)
Location: HOBBS
Magnitude: 78.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Lea County Emergency Manager reports multiple downed power poles along Highway 18 in Hobbs. The exact locations and time is estimated from radar. Property damage cost is an estimation.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEA, NEW MEXICO
From 31-MAY-23 15:47:00 to 31-MAY-23 15:57:00 (MST-7)
Location: MC DONALD
Magnitude: 103.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A wooden power pole was broken near the base. Wind speeds were estimated to be 118 MPH. Property damage cost is an estimation.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEA, NEW MEXICO
From 31-MAY-23 15:47:00 to 31-MAY-23 15:57:00 (MST-7)
Location: MC DONALD
Magnitude: 97.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A large shed used to house sheep was completely destroyed. The estimated wind speed was 112 MPH. Property damage cost is an estimation.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEA, NEW MEXICO
From 31-MAY-23 15:47:00 to 31-MAY-23 15:57:00 (MST-7)
Location: MC DONALD
Magnitude: 97.00 EG
Property damage: 35.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A large barn was almost completely destroyed with only the ends remaining standing. The estimated wind speeds were 112 MPH. Property damage cost is an estimation.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEA, NEW MEXICO
From 31-MAY-23 15:47:00 to 31-MAY-23 15:57:00 (MST-7)
Location: MC DONALD
Magnitude: 96.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Multiple tree trunks were found snapped at the base along East McDonald Road. The estimated wind speeds were 110 MPH.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEA, NEW MEXICO
From 31-MAY-23 15:30:00 to 31-MAY-23 15:40:00 (MST-7)
Location: LOVINGTON
Magnitude: 96.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A metal stairwell and catwalk were bent and detached from oil equipment. The estimated wind speeds were 100 mph. Property damage cost is an estimation.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEA, NEW MEXICO
From 31-MAY-23 15:10:00 to 31-MAY-23 15:20:00 (MST-7)
Location: (HOB)HOBBS LEA CO AR
Magnitude: 103.00 EG
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Numerous wooden powerline poles were broken along US Highway 62/180. The estimated wind speed is 118 MPH. Property damage cost is an estimation.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEA, NEW MEXICO
From 31-MAY-23 15:12:00 to 31-MAY-23 15:22:00 (MST-7)
Location: MONUMENT
Magnitude: 113.00 EG
Property damage: 250.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A coolant building at Xcel Energy Cunningham Plant was significantly damaged. The estimated wind speed was 130 mph. Property damage cost is an estimation.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEA, NEW MEXICO
From 31-MAY-23 15:24:00 to 31-MAY-23 15:34:00 (MST-7)
Location: LOVINGTON
Magnitude: 96.00 EG
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A storm survey team found a manufactured building with destruction to the roof and walls. The estimated wind speeds were 110 mph. Property damage cost is an estimation.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEA, NEW MEXICO
From 31-MAY-23 15:30:00 to 31-MAY-23 15:40:00 (MST-7)
Location: LOVINGTON
Magnitude: 87.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A roof and carport were partially destroyed. The estimated wind speed is 100 mph. Property damage cost is an estimation.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEA, NEW MEXICO
From 31-MAY-23 15:30:00 to 31-MAY-23 15:40:00 (MST-7)
Location: LOVINGTON
Magnitude: 87.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Significant roof damage was reported to a single-family home. The estimated wind speeds were 100 MPH. Property damage is an estimation.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEA, NEW MEXICO
From 31-MAY-23 15:41:00 to 31-MAY-23 15:51:00 (MST-7)
Location: MC DONALD
Magnitude: 87.00 EG
Property damage: 80.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Straight-line winds overturned crop irrigation pivot. Wind speeds were estimated to be 100 MPH. Property damage cost is an estimation.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEA, NEW MEXICO
From 31-MAY-23 15:42:00 to 31-MAY-23 15:52:00 (MST-7)
Location: MC DONALD
Magnitude: 87.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tree trunk was snapped near its base along North Praireview Road. The estimated wind speed was 100 MPH.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEA, NEW MEXICO
From 31-MAY-23 15:47:00 to 31-MAY-23 15:57:00 (MST-7)
Location: GLADIOLA
Magnitude: 103.00 EG
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Several wooden power poles were broken. The estimated wind speeds were 118 MPH. Property damage cost is an estimation.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEA, NEW MEXICO
From 31-MAY-23 15:41:00 to 31-MAY-23 15:51:00 (MST-7)
Location: MC DONALD
Magnitude: 100.00 EG
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Numerous wooden powerline poles were broken along East Crockett Road, west of Simpson Road. Wind speeds were estimated to be 115 MPH. Property damage cost is an estimation.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEA, NEW MEXICO
From 31-MAY-23 15:41:00 to 31-MAY-23 15:51:00 (MST-7)
Location: MC DONALD
Magnitude: 87.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Multiple metal animal coverings were thrown across East Crockett Road, damaging a fence. The estimated wind speeds were 100 mph. Property damage cost is an estimation.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEA, NEW MEXICO
From 31-MAY-23 15:12:00 to 31-MAY-23 15:22:00 (MST-7)
Location: MONUMENT
Magnitude: 109.00 EG
Property damage: 250.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Approximately 14 larger transmission poles down from Xcel Energy Cunningham Plant and extending 1.2 miles east. Poles were reportedly broken from near the ground to mid-pole. The estimated wind speeds were 125 mph. Property damage cost is an estimation.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEA, NEW MEXICO
From 31-MAY-23 15:42:00 to 31-MAY-23 15:52:00 (MST-7)
Location: MC DONALD
Magnitude: 87.00 EG
Property damage: 80.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Severe straight-line winds overturned a crop irrigation pivot. Wind speeds were estimated to be 100 mph. Property damage cost is an estimation.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEA, NEW MEXICO
From 31-MAY-23 15:44:00 to 31-MAY-23 15:54:00 (MST-7)
Location: MC DONALD
Magnitude: 83.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A roof was partially blown off of a home along Hennington Road. The estimated wind speeds were 95 mph. Property damage cost is an estimation.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEA, NEW MEXICO
From 31-MAY-23 14:30:00 to 31-MAY-23 14:35:00 (MST-7)
Location: JAL
Magnitude: 56.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Thunderstorm Wind in LEA, NEW MEXICO
From 31-MAY-23 15:21:00 to 31-MAY-23 15:31:00 (MST-7)
Location: HUMBLE CITY
Magnitude: 96.00 EG
Property damage: 500.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Damage location estimated from Emergency Manager report. Damage includes approximately 300 cow hutches blown to the northeast, dozens of cattle fatalities, multiple irrigation pivots overturned, and multiple buildings with roof damage. The estimated wind speeds were 110 mph. Property damage cost is a rough estimation.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEA, NEW MEXICO
From 31-MAY-23 15:22:00 to 31-MAY-23 15:32:00 (MST-7)
Location: LOVINGTON
Magnitude: 96.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A total of 6 power poles were broken along East Stiles Road. The estimated wind speeds were 110 MPH. The property damage cost is an estimation.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEA, NEW MEXICO
From 31-MAY-23 15:32:00 to 31-MAY-23 15:42:00 (MST-7)
Location: LOVINGTON
Magnitude: 87.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

The local Emergency Manager reported a piece of farm equipment was blown into a vehicle along State Highway 83, damaging a vehicle. Wind speeds were estimated to be approximately 100 MPH. Property damage cost is an estimation.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEA, NEW MEXICO
From 31-MAY-23 15:30:00 to 31-MAY-23 15:40:00 (MST-7)
Location: LOVINGTON
Magnitude: 87.00 EG
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A small outdoor metal shed collapsed. The estimated wind speeds were 100 MPH. Property damage cost is an estimation.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEA, NEW MEXICO
From 31-MAY-23 15:10:00 to 31-MAY-23 15:20:00 (MST-7)
Location: MONUMENT
Magnitude: 109.00 EG
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A roof was blown off a small retail building into a parking lot. The estimated wind speed was 125 MPH. Property damage cost is an estimation.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEA, NEW MEXICO
From 31-MAY-23 15:48:00 to 31-MAY-23 15:58:00 (MST-7)
Location: GLADIOLA
Magnitude: 96.00 EG
Property damage: 150.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Multiple overturned irrigation pivots were found. A storm survey team found winds estimated to be 110 MPH. Property damage cost is an estimation.