Full Notification

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 10 inches, with locally heavier amounts of 10 to 15 inches on west facing slopes. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph.

* WHERE...Northern and Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains, and Tusas Mountains Including Chama.

* WHEN...From 9 PM Thursday to 6 PM MDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Very strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Power outages may occur during cold weather with blizzard-like conditions. Prepare your home and property for extremely hazardous weather conditions.

* AFFECTED AREAS: TUSAS MOUNTAINS INCLUDING CHAMA ... NORTHERN SANGRE DE CRISTO MOUNTAINS ... SOUTHERN SANGRE DE CRISTO 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.