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Winter Storm Warning

Status

Event Continued Expired

Start Time

Tue 03/21/2023 09:41 PM EDT

End Time

Thu 03/23/2023 08:00 AM EDT

Significance

Warning

Impacts

High impact

Locations Affected

Ryan Park, WY ∙ Albany, WY ∙ Centennial, WY ∙ Kennaday Peak, WY ∙ Foxpark, WY ∙ Rock Mountain, WY ∙ Jelm Mountain, WY ∙ Elk Mountain, WY ∙ Fox Park, WY ∙ Medicine Bow National Forest, WY

Full Alert Message

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Cheyenne WY 741 PM MDT Tue Mar 21 2023 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. For the Sierra Madre Range, total snow accumulations of 12 to 24 inches, with higher amounts possible above 9000 feet. For the Snowy Range, total snow accumulations of 8 to 17 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 MPH. * WHERE...Sierra Madre Range and Snowy Range. * WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult to impossible. Blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. Outdoor recreation will be hazardous to those caught unprepared for the harsh winter conditions. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Technical Header

WYZ112-114-221200- /O.CON.KCYS.WS.W.0008.000000T0000Z-230323T1200Z/ Sierra Madre Range-Snowy Range- Including the cities of Centennial and Albany 741 PM MDT Tue Mar 21 2023