Otero County Master Gardener Association

06/13/2026

Plenty of moisture will be available to produce thunderstorms. Some of these storms could produce large hail, damaging winds and flooding.

06/13/2026

Abundant moisture along with an unstable airmass will produce scattered thunderstorms across the area Sunday. The best chance for storms will be from the Rio Grande Valley east, and this same area will have the best chances for severe storms and flooding.

06/13/2026

Saturday will see very warm temperatures in the lowlands with a chance for thunderstorms in area mountains and around Truth or Consequences. Thunderstorm outflow winds will be the main weather threat Saturday evening.

06/13/2026

06/12/2026

06/11/2026

Succulents Are Excellent Waterwise Choices

Succulents are plants with thick, fleshy stems and leaves that collect and store water efficiently.

While many succulents thrive in full sun with little water, others may need occasional water or part/full shade.

Some are hardy to sub-zero temperatures while others are frost tender.

Plant tags may include care instructions or you can research a plant by name to learn more about its needs.

More info: https://mgsantaclara.ucanr.edu/garden-help/succulents-care/

Photo: Echeveria PVN ('Perle von Nurnberg')

06/11/2026

How does New World Screwworm relate to your pets and companion animals? Screwworm can infect all mammals, so it’s important to be aware of the symptoms and monitor your animals closely.

When your pet or companion animal has an open wound, watch for:
- Wound worsening or not healing normally.
- Swelling, discharge, or foul odor.
- Visible larvae or maggots.
- Animals licking or biting at the wound.
- Restlessness, isolation, or unusual behavior.

Many of these symptoms can be mistaken for illness, injury complications, or other health conditions. Animal owners should closely inspect any wound that is not healing normally. If you suspect New World Screwworm, avoid moving your animal and contact your veterinarian.

For more information, visit the official New Mexico screwworm website at: https://screwwormnm.org/

To stay up-to-date on detections in the U.S., see USDA's confirmed detections dashboard at: https://tinyurl.com/bde2ynff

New Mexico Department of Agriculture New Mexico Department of Health New Mexico Department of Wildlife New Mexico Livestock Board