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Snow advisories cover high-elevation areas in four US states
The National Weather Service issued winter weather advisories for high-elevation areas in Colorado, Wyoming, Nevada and Utah.
The alerts cover an early-season storm expected to bring snow through Thursday.
Utah’s western Uinta Mountains could get up to 14 inches by early Wednesday, while parts of Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada could receive several inches.
Snow, ice and wind gusts of up to 35 mph could make roads slippery and reduce visibility.
The storm could disrupt commutes and make mountain travel dangerous, especially on routes including Wyoming’s Highway 130.
Hikers and hunters in Wyoming’s Snowy Range could also become disoriented or lost in poor visibility.
Officials urge travelers to slow down and check road conditions before setting out.
The National Weather Service issued winter weather advisories for high-elevation areas in Colorado, Wyoming, Nevada and Utah.
Forecasts call for up to 14 inches of additional snow in Utah’s western Uinta Mountains.
Snow and winds could make roads hazardous, disrupt commutes and reduce visibility in parts of Wyoming.
The advisories have varying expiration times, with some continuing into Thursday.
Officials urged travelers to slow down, check road conditions and prepare for winter weather.
- Who
- The National Weather Service issued the advisories for people in affected high-elevation areas.
- What
- Winter weather advisories warn of snow and hazardous travel conditions.
- When
- The alerts are in effect through Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday, depending on the area.
- Where
- High-elevation areas in Colorado, Wyoming, Nevada and Utah.
- Why
- Forecast snowfall and wind could make travel hazardous and create dangerous conditions for hikers and hunters.
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Snow is forecast to begin in Wyoming’s Snowy Range.
Utah’s western Uinta Mountains could receive 8 to 14 inches of additional snow.
Snowfall is forecast to continue in Wyoming’s Snowy Range until this time.
- States under advisories
- Colorado, Wyoming, Nevada and Utah
- Highest forecast snowfall
- 8 to 14 inches in Utah’s western Uinta Mountains
- Snowy Range forecast
- 5 to 10 inches, mainly above 9,000 feet
- Wind gusts
- Up to 35 mph
- Nevada forecast
- 5 to 10 inches in the Ruby Mountains and East Humboldt Range
What people are saying
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
Early season snowfall on roadways may pose a significant risk to under-prepared travelers.
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