10/25/2026
A tornado touched down in Santa Fe on Saturday evening, October 24, leaving behind significant damage to homes, trees and other property, according to city officials.
The National Weather Service issued a tornado warning at 7:01 p.m. as a powerful thunderstorm moved north through the city. Santa Fe officials later confirmed a tornado touchdown, with some of the most significant damage reported near Rancho Siringo and Camino Chueco.
Residents reported damaged rooftops, uprooted trees, downed power lines and debris scattered throughout residential neighborhoods. Emergency crews responded as severe weather continued across the area.
The city issued a shelter-in-place advisory Saturday night before lifting it at 11 p.m. Residents are still being asked to avoid damaged areas while crews assess the destruction and begin recovery efforts.
No injuries had been reported as of approximately 10 p.m. Saturday, according to officials.
The tornado’s strength and official EF rating have not yet been determined by the National Weather Service.
VIA: City of Santa Fe, National Weather Service Albuquerque, Albuquerque Journal
