Full Notification

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 6 to 12 inches, except between 12 and 18 inches above 8500 feet. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph along the Johnson and Bartlett Mesas.

* WHERE...Northern Mountains, and Johnson and Bartlett Mesas Including Raton Pass.

* WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 6 PM MDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Some roads may be closed. Significant travel delays are possible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow and blowing snow will lead to near-zero visibility at times, especially around Raton Pass.

* AFFECTED AREAS: TUSAS MOUNTAINS INCLUDING CHAMA ... JEMEZ MOUNTAINS ... NORTHERN SANGRE DE CRISTO MOUNTAINS ... SOUTHERN SANGRE DE CRISTO MOUNTAINS ... EAST SLOPES SANGRE DE CRISTO MOUNTAINS ... JOHNSON AND BARTLETT MESAS INCLUDING RATON PASS

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.