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New Mexico activates emergency operations center

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — The Latest on the winter storm approaching New Mexico (all times local): 3 p.m. Gov. Susana Martinez has activated the state's emergency operations center in preparation for a winter storm that's expected to bring bitter cold temperatures and heavy snow to the northern half of New Mexico. The National Weather Service already has issued winter storm warnings and alerts for the region and forecasters are warning of significant travel impacts. Martinez in a statement Thursday afternoon said the emergency operations center will be coordinating with state agencies and local communities to prepare for the storm. Authorities also encouraged residents to have a stock of essential supplies such as food, water, first aid kits and blankets at home, work and in their vehicles. Forecasters say some parts of northern New Mexico could see as much as a foot of snow by Friday night.