WFO RIVERTON Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Sunday, February 18, 2018
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WINTER STORM WARNING
URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Riverton WY
458 PM MST Sun Feb 18 2018
…Major winter storm to spread to all of Central Wyoming tonight
and continue into Monday…
.Snow across Western and North-Central Wyoming will spread south
and east the remainder of the day. Snow will continue in many
areas tonight and east of the divide through Monday. This storm
will cause significant travel impacts with possible road
closures.
…WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON…
The threat for heavy snow has ended in this area. Some light snow
will occur this evening with minor accumulations.
…WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON…
The threat for heavy snow has ended in this area. Some light snow
will occur this evening with minor accumulations.
…WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON…
The threat for widespread heavy snow has ended in this area. Some
light snow will occur this evening with accumulations less than 3
inches in most mountains.
…WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON…
The threat for heavy snow has ended in this area. Some light snow
will occur this evening with minor accumulations.
…WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON…
The threat for heavy snow has ended in this area. Some light snow
will occur this evening with minor accumulations.
…WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON…
The threat for heavy snow has ended in this area. Some light snow
will occur this evening with accumulations of less than 3 inches.
…WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON…
The threat for heavy snow has ended in this area. Some light snow
will occur this evening with accumulations of less than 3 inches.
…WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM MST MONDAY…
* WHAT…Snow, heavy at times, and blowing snow expected. Total
snow accumulations of 4 to 7 inches, with localized amounts up
to 9 inches west of the Bear River Divide and in Cokeville,
are expected.
* WHERE…South Lincoln County.
* WHEN…From 5 AM today to 8 AM MST Monday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Plan on difficult travel conditions. Tree
branches could fall. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph will
cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. 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.
…WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST MONDAY…
* WHAT…Snow, heavy at times, and blowing snow expected. Total
snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches, with localized amounts
up to 15 inches, are expected.
* WHERE…Wind River Mountains East.
* WHEN…From 5 AM today to 2 PM MST Monday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Plan on difficult travel conditions. Tree
branches could fall. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph will
cause areas of blowing and drifting snow. The cold wind chills
as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin
in as little as 30 minutes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. 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.
…WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST MONDAY…
* WHAT…Snow will continue through Monday evening. Periods of
moderate to heavy snow will occur into this evening. Total
snow accumulations of 6 to 9 inches, with localized amounts up
to 11 inches, are expected.
* WHERE…Southeast Johnson County.
* WHEN…Until 8 PM MST Monday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Plan on difficult travel conditions.
Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will cause patchy blowing and
drifting snow. The cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero
could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30
minutes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. 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.
…WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST MONDAY…
* WHAT…Snow will continue through Monday. The snow will be
heavy at times through this afternoon with snowfall rates up
to an inch per hour. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 8 inches,
with locally higher amounts.
* WHERE…Northeast Johnson County.
* WHEN…Until 5 PM MST Monday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Plan on difficult travel conditions.
Winds gusting as high as 45 mph will cause considerable
blowing and drifting snow. The cold wind chills as low as 20
below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little
as 30 minutes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. 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.
…WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST
MONDAY…
* WHAT…Snow will increase through the afternoon. Snow will
become quite heavy at times late this afternoon through much
of tonight and possibly into Monday morning. Snow will
continue at least into Monday evening. Total snow
accumulations of 8 to 12 inches, with 12 to 18 inches on
Casper Mountain. There is some potential for even higher
amounts so stay tuned for the latest statements throughout the
storm.
* WHERE…Natrona County Lower Elevations and Casper Mountain.
* WHEN…Until 11 PM MST Monday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Plan on difficult travel conditions.
Winds gusting as high as 30 mph will cause patchy blowing and
drifting snow. The cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero
could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30
minutes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. 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.
…WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST
MONDAY…
* WHAT…Snow will increase through the afternoon. Snow will
become quite heavy at times late this afternoon through much
of tonight and possibly into Monday morning. Snow will
continue at least into Monday evening. Total snow
accumulations of 8 to 12 inches, with 12 to 18 inches on
Casper Mountain. There is some potential for even higher
amounts so stay tuned for the latest statements throughout the
storm.
* WHERE…Natrona County Lower Elevations and Casper Mountain.
* WHEN…Until 11 PM MST Monday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Plan on difficult travel conditions.
Winds gusting as high as 30 mph will cause patchy blowing and
drifting snow. The cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero
could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30
minutes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. 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.
…WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST
MONDAY…
* WHAT…Snow will become widespread across the area into the
afternoon. The snow will be moderate to heavy at times tonight
with more light to locally moderate snow on Monday into Monday
evening. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 9 inches west of
Jeffrey City with 9 to 12 inches from Jeffrey City eastward to
Pathfinder and Alcova.
* WHERE…Green Mountains and Rattlesnake Range.
* WHEN…Until 11 PM MST Monday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Plan on difficult travel conditions.
Winds gusting as high as 35 mph will cause patchy blowing and
drifting snow. The cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero
could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30
minutes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. 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.
…WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST
MONDAY…
* WHAT…Snow will become widespread across the area from late
this afternoon into early this evening. The snow will be
moderate to heavy at times tonight through Monday morning with
more light to locally moderate snow Monday afternoon and
evening. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches, with 8 to
10 inches across the eastern portion of the area.
* WHERE…Flaming Gorge and East Sweetwater County.
* WHEN…From 2 PM today to 11 PM MST Monday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Plan on difficult travel conditions.
Winds gusting as high as 35 mph will cause patchy blowing and
drifting snow. The cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero
could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30
minutes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. 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.
…WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST
MONDAY…
* WHAT…Snow will become widespread across the area from late
this afternoon into early this evening. The snow will be
moderate to heavy at times tonight through Monday morning with
more light to locally moderate snow Monday afternoon and
evening. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches, with 8 to
10 inches across the eastern portion of the area.
* WHERE…Flaming Gorge and East Sweetwater County.
* WHEN…From 2 PM today to 11 PM MST Monday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Plan on difficult travel conditions.
Winds gusting as high as 35 mph will cause patchy blowing and
drifting snow. The cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero
could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30
minutes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. 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.
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST
MONDAY…
* WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5
inches.
* WHERE…Upper Wind River Basin.
* WHEN…Until 2 PM MST Monday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Plan on difficult travel conditions. Be
prepared for reduced visibilities at times.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST
MONDAY…
* WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 12
inches, with localized amounts up to 16 inches, are expected.
* WHERE…Bighorn Mountains West and Bighorn Mountains Southeast.
* WHEN…From 5 AM today to 2 PM MST Monday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Plan on difficult travel conditions.
Winds gusting as high as 30 mph will cause patchy blowing and
drifting snow. The cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero
could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30
minutes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST
MONDAY…
* WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 12
inches, with localized amounts up to 16 inches, are expected.
* WHERE…Bighorn Mountains West and Bighorn Mountains Southeast.
* WHEN…From 5 AM today to 2 PM MST Monday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Plan on difficult travel conditions.
Winds gusting as high as 30 mph will cause patchy blowing and
drifting snow. The cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero
could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30
minutes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST
MONDAY…
* WHAT…Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow
accumulations of 4 to 6 inches are expected with higher
amounts to around 8 inches near the foothills of the Big Horn
Mountains including Shell and Hyattville and also north of
Greybull including the Lovell and Deaver area. 6 to 7 inches
was already reported around Lovell today. Snowfall rates will
decrease by this evening but light snow will continue into
Monday morning.
* WHERE…North Big Horn Basin.
* WHEN…From 8 AM today to 11 AM MST Monday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Plan on slippery road conditions. In
addition, some reductions to visibility are likely. Winds
gusting as high as 40 mph will cause considerable blowing and
drifting snow. The cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero
could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30
minutes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST
MONDAY…
* WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8
inches, with locally higher amounts around Cody, are expected.
Snowfall reports of 3 to 6 inches have already been received
from the Cody area as of 11 am.
* WHERE…Cody Foothills.
* WHEN…Until 11 AM MST Monday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Plan on slippery road conditions. In
addition, some reductions to visibility are likely. Winds
gusting as high as 30 mph will cause patchy blowing and
drifting snow. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35
below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little
as 10 minutes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST
MONDAY…
* WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5
inches, with 5 to 8 inches from Ten Sleep to Big Trails, are
expected.
* WHERE…Southwest Big Horn Basin, Southeast Big Horn Basin and
Owl Creek and Bridger Mountains.
* WHEN…Until 2 PM MST Monday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Plan on slippery road conditions. In
addition, some reductions to visibility are likely. Winds
gusting as high as 25 mph will cause patchy blowing and
drifting snow. The cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero
could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30
minutes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST
MONDAY…
* WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5
inches, with 5 to 8 inches from Ten Sleep to Big Trails, are
expected.
* WHERE…Southwest Big Horn Basin, Southeast Big Horn Basin and
Owl Creek and Bridger Mountains.
* WHEN…Until 2 PM MST Monday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Plan on slippery road conditions. In
addition, some reductions to visibility are likely. Winds
gusting as high as 25 mph will cause patchy blowing and
drifting snow. The cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero
could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30
minutes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST
MONDAY…
* WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5
inches, with 5 to 8 inches from Ten Sleep to Big Trails, are
expected.
* WHERE…Southwest Big Horn Basin, Southeast Big Horn Basin and
Owl Creek and Bridger Mountains.
* WHEN…Until 2 PM MST Monday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Plan on slippery road conditions. In
addition, some reductions to visibility are likely. Winds
gusting as high as 25 mph will cause patchy blowing and
drifting snow. The cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero
could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30
minutes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST
MONDAY…
* WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5
inches are expected.
* WHERE…Wind River Basin.
* WHEN…From 2 PM today to 2 PM MST Monday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Plan on slippery road conditions. Be
prepared for reduced visibilities at times. The cold wind
chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on
exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST
MONDAY…
* WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 6
inches are expected.
* WHERE…Lander Foothills.
* WHEN…From 2 PM today to 2 PM MST Monday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Plan on difficult travel conditions. Be
prepared for reduced visibilities at times.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST
MONDAY…
* WHAT…Snow will develop late this afternoon and become
widespread by this evening. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 6
inches are expected by later Monday.
* WHERE…Rock Springs and Green River.
* WHEN…From 2 PM today to 11 PM MST Monday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Plan on difficult travel conditions. Be
prepared for reduced visibilities at times.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
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