Winter Storm Warning until 11:00AM Friday
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 8 inches and up to 10 to 12 inches above 8,500 feet.
* WHERE...Jemez Mountains, Northwest Highlands, Southwest Mountains, and West Central Mountains.
* WHEN...From 5 PM Wednesday to 11 AM MST Friday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult, especially along I-40 between Grants and Gallup. Tire chains may be necessary if traveling through mountain passes. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes.
* AFFECTED AREAS: NORTHWEST HIGHLANDS ... WEST CENTRAL MOUNTAINS ... SOUTHWEST MOUNTAINS ... JEMEZ MOUNTAINS
Instructions:
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com.
Address/Location
Rio Arriba County Emergency Services
1122 Industrial Park Rd
EspaƱola, NM 87532
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 575-747-1941
Alert Details
- Severity:
- Severe - Significant threat to life or property
- Urgency:
- Expected - Responsive action SHOULD be taken soon (within next hour)
- Certainty:
- Likely (p > ~50%)
- Category:
- Meteorological (inc. flood)
- Event:
- Winter Storm Warning