Summary:
High winds and low relative humidity will produce critical to extremely critical fire weather in southern California through Thursday. Impactful wintry weather is becoming more likely Thursday morning through Friday evening for portions of Texas into the Lower Mississippi Valley and Mid-South before possibly moving through the Mid-Atlantic on Saturday. Winter Storm Watches are being raised. Impacted Lanes: I-76, I-90, I-15, I-5, I-80, I-40, I-10, I-17, I-25, I-20, I-35, I-30, I-64, I-71, I-65, I-75, I-77, I-79, I-70, I-86, I-81, I-88, I-87, I-84, I-91, I-95
New Mexico
Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 5 AM MST Friday morning
- Heavy snow. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 9 inches with locally higher amounts up to 11 inches.
- Impacts: Travel could be very difficult. Strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.
Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until 5 AM MST Friday morning
- Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 3 inches.
- Impacts: Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
California
High Wind Warning remains in effect until 6 PM PST this evening
- North to northeast winds 30 to 50 mph with widespread gusts between 60 and 80 mph expected, isolated gusts between 80 and 100 mph possible.
- Impacts: Damaging winds could blow down many trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Wind Advisory remains in effect until 6 PM PST this evening
- Northeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.
- Impacts: Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Colorado
Dense Fog Advisory remains in effect until 10 AM MST this morning
- Visibility one quarter to one half mile in dense fog.
- Impacts: Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous. Areas affected include I-76.
Additional Winter Storm Warnings include but are not limited to: Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas
Additional Winter Weather Advisories include but are not limited to: Washington, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, South Dakota, Texas, Kentucky, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, New York, and Vermont
Additional High Wind Warnings include but are not limited to: Wyoming
Additional Wind Advisories include but are not limited to: Nevada, Arizona, New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Vermont
