Winter Storm Warning until 05:00PM Friday
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 6 inches below 8,500ft, but up to 11 inches across the peaks and higher west-facing slopes. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph, creating patches of blowing snow and reduced visibility.
* WHERE...Tusas Mountains Including Chama.
* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 5 PM MST Friday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Check road conditions before heading out. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
* AFFECTED AREAS: TUSAS MOUNTAINS INCLUDING CHAMA
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
