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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE

National Weather Service Cheyenne WY

330 AM MDT Fri Apr 26 2024



WYZ114-270000-

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Snowy Range-

Including the cities of Centennial and Albany

330 AM MDT Fri Apr 26 2024



...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 PM

MDT SUNDAY...



* WHAT...Heavy mountain snow expected. Total snow accumulations of

  1 to 2 feet, with locally higher amounts possible on the highest

  peaks. 



* WHERE...Snowy Range above 8500 feet elevation. 



* WHEN...6 PM MDT this evening until 6 PM MDT Sunday.



* IMPACTS...Extremely dangerous or impossible mountain travel due

  to icy, snow packed roads and near zero visibilities in falling

  and blowing snow. Outdoor recreation could become life

  threatening to those caught unprepared for severe winter

  conditions. Hikers and snowmobilers may easily become

  disoriented. Frostbite and hypothermia can develop quickly. 



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.



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WYZ112-270000-

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Sierra Madre Range-

330 AM MDT Fri Apr 26 2024



...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO

6 PM MDT SUNDAY...



* WHAT...Mountain snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to

  12 inches expected, with locally higher amounts possible on the

  highest peaks.



* WHERE...Sierra Madre Range above 8500 feet elevation. 



* WHEN...6 PM MDT this evening until 6 PM MDT Sunday.



* IMPACTS...Hazardous mountain travel conditions due to icy, snow

  packed roads and reduced visibilities in falling and blowing

  snow. Outdoor recreation may be impacted. 



PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...



Slow down and use caution while traveling. 



The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can

be obtained by calling 5 1 1.



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WYZ116-270000-

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South Laramie Range-

Including the cities of Buford, Pumpkin Vine, and Vedauwoo

330 AM MDT Fri Apr 26 2024



...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH LATE

SATURDAY NIGHT...



* WHAT...Heavy wet snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 5 to

  10 inches, with locally higher amounts possible. 



* WHERE...South Laramie Range including the Interstate 80 Summit

  between Laramie and Cheyenne, mainly above 7500 feet elevation.



* WHEN...Midnight Friday Night through 6 AM MDT Sunday. 



* IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions due to icy, snow packed

  roads and reduced visibilities in falling and blowing snow. 



PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...



Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 



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