Rain and snow continue around New Mexico into the weekend

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Strong wind gusts continue across the state this afternoon. As rain and snow showers prepare to return this evening.Gusts are continuing to strengthen across the state this afternoon. Parts of southeast New Mexico have already seen gusts exceed 70 mph. Central New Mexico is seeing gusts peak around 55-60 mph. The National Weather Service has issued several wind alerts for much of eastern, central, and southern New Mexico. The Wind Advisories will be in place until