Summary:
High winds and very dry conditions will continue to produce elevated to critical fire weather conditions over portions of New Mexico and far western Texas through Saturday. Heavy snow will continue in the Central Rockies Heavy rain, flooding, and severe thunderstorm risks increase from the Southern Plains into the Lower Missouri Valley this weekend. Impacted Lanes: I-80, I-25, I-90, I-15, I-70, I-40, I-76, I-69, I-37, I-35, I-44, I-49, I-55, I-22, I-24, I-65
Wyoming
Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 6 PM MDT this evening
- Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 10 inches. Locally higher amounts possible.
- Impacts: Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday commutes.
Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until 6 PM MDT this evening
- Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches. Locally higher amounts possible.
- Impacts: Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday morning and evening commutes.
Texas
High Wind Warning remains in effect until 11:59 PM MDT this evening
- Southwest winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph.
- Impacts: Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Wind Advisory remains in effect until 6 PM MDT this evening
- South winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected.
- 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.
Blowing Dust Advisory remains in effect until 8 PM MDT this evening
- Visibility between one- quarter and one mile in blowing dust.
- Impacts: Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility.
Kentucky
Flood Warning remains in effect until 12:15 PM CDT this afternoon
- Flooding caused by recent excessive rainfall continues.
- Impacts: Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Numerous roads remain closed due to flooding.
Oklahoma
Flood Watch remains in effect until 7 PM CDT Sunday evening
- Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.
- Impacts: Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Water over roadways is expected.
Additional Winter Storm Warnings include but are not limited to: Montana, Colorado, and New Mexico
Additional Winter Weather Advisories include but are not limited to: Utah, Arizona, Colorado, and Nebraska
Additional High Wind Warnings include but are not limited to: New Mexico
Additional WInd Advisories include but are not limited to: California, Nevada, New Mexico, Arizona, Tennessee, Arkansas, and Missouri
Additional Blowing Dust Advisories include but are not limited to: New Mexico
Additional Flood Warnings include but are not limited to: Tennessee, Arkansas, Mississippi, and Louisiana
Additional Flood Watches include but are not limited to: Kansas, Arkansas, Missouri, and Illinois