TUCUMCARI, N.M. (KRQE) – Interstate 40 East is closed in Tucumcari Thursday night due to traffic backup caused by a crash near San Jon and the Texas state line. Story continues below Weather: How long will the snow last in New Mexico? Community: Albuquerque Fire Rescue crews heading out to fight California wildfires National: Jimmy Carter honored with state funeral in DC before Georgia burial The New Mexico Department of Transportation said travel is discouraged on all alternate routes due to inclement weather. Lengthy delays are expected, officials added.