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Winter Storm Warning 10, NWS Riverton, WY
NWS Riverton, WY issued this winter storm warning at Mar 8, 2017, 2:01 PM MST for 5 counties in Wyoming. It was in force for 47 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.
The area
The counties it named.
The facts
- Issued
- Mar 8, 2017, 2:01 PM MST (21:01 UTC)
- Expired
- Mar 10, 2017, 1:21 PM MST
- In force
- 47 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Riverton, WY
Counties Fremont County, WY, Lincoln County, WY, Park County, WY, Sublette County, WY, Teton County, WY
The radar
The Riverton/Lander radar (KRIW), 116 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 21:07 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.
Open the radar archive at this moment
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The nearest sounding before it
Riverton, WY (KRIW), launched 12:00Z, 9.0 hours before the alert went out and 122 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.
- Mixed-layer CAPE
- 0 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- No buoyant parcel
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 1783 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 65 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 258 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 471 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
196 WWUS45 KRIW 082101 WSWRIW URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Riverton WY 201 PM MST Wed Mar 8 2017 ...A winter storm will bring heavy snow and blowing snow across western Wyoming through Friday... .Pacific moisture along with strong west northwest winds aloft will produce periods of heavy snow with strong gusty winds producing blowing and drifting snow through Friday. The valleys will have rain ant times during the daylight hours Thursday and Friday. WYZ013-091000- /O.CAN.KRIW.WS.A.0013.170309T0900Z-170311T0000Z/ /O.EXT.KRIW.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-170311T0000Z/ Jackson Hole- Including the city of Jackson 201 PM MST Wed Mar 8 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST FRIDAY... The National Weather Service in Riverton has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow, which is in effect until 5 PM MST Friday. The Winter Storm Watch is no longer in effect. * TIMING...Periods of snow...heavy at times will combine with strong winds producing blowing and drifting snow through Friday. The snow is expected to turn to rain at times during daylight hours Thursday and Friday. * Snow Accumulations...4 to 9 inches, with highest amounts across the northern portion of Jackson Hole. * Wind and Visibility...south to southwest wind of 15 to 25 mph gusting 35 to 45 mph causing blowing and drifting snow with visibility below a quarter mile at times. * MAIN IMPACT...Snow will produce slick, snow packed and icy roads making travel difficult. Poor visibility will also make travel difficult. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter weather advisory for snow and blowing snow means that visibilities will be severely limited due to strong winds blowing snow around. Use caution when traveling, especially in open areas. Check the latest road conditions at wyoroad.info or by dialing 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ012-091000- /O.UPG.KRIW.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-170309T0000Z/ /O.UPG.KRIW.WS.A.0013.170309T0900Z-170311T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KRIW.WS.W.0010.170308T2101Z-170311T0000Z/ Teton and Gros Ventre Mountains- 201 PM MST Wed Mar 8 2017 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST FRIDAY... The National Weather Service in Riverton has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Snow and blowing snow, which is in effect until 5 PM MST Friday. * TIMING...Periods of snow, heavy at times with strong winds producing blowing and drifting snow will continue through Friday. * Snow Accumulations...20 to 30 inches, with the highest amounts over the Tetons. * Wind and Visibility...southwest wind of 25 to 35 mph gusting 45 to 50 mph causing blowing and drifting snow with visibility below an eighth of a mile at times. * MAIN IMPACT...Snow will produce slick, snow packed and icy roads making travel difficult. Poor visibility will also make travel difficult including Teton and Togwotee Passes. * OTHER IMPACTS...Outdoor recreation in the back country may be very hazardous with poor visibility and heavy snowfall. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow, and or blowing snow are expected or occurring. This could make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel keep some food, water, and an extra flashlight in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Check the latest road conditions at wyoroad.info or by dialing 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ001-091000- /O.UPG.KRIW.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-170309T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KRIW.WS.W.0010.170308T2101Z-170311T0000Z/ Yellowstone National Park- Including the cities of Lake, Mammoth, and Old Faithful 201 PM MST Wed Mar 8 2017 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST FRIDAY... The National Weather Service in Riverton has issued a Winter Storm Warning for snow and blowing snow, which is in effect until 5 PM MST Friday. * TIMING...Periods of snow, heavy at times with strong winds producing blowing and drifting snow will continue through Friday. * Snow Accumulations...20 to 30 inches, with the highest amounts over the southern mountains. Snowfall of 8 to 12 inches in the north around Mammoth. * Wind and Visibility...southwest wind of 25 to 35 mph gusting 45 to 50 mph causing blowing and drifting snow with visibility below an eighth of a mile at times. * MAIN IMPACT...Snow will produce slick, snow packed and icy roads making travel difficult. Poor visibility will also make travel difficult including Teton and Togwotee Passes. * OTHER IMPACTS...Outdoor recreation in the back country may be very hazardous with poor visibility and heavy snowfall. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow, and or blowing snow are expected or occurring. This could make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel keep some food, water, and an extra flashlight in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Check the latest road conditions at wyoroad.info or by dialing 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ024-091000- /O.EXB.KRIW.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-170311T0000Z/ Salt River and Wyoming Ranges- 201 PM MST Wed Mar 8 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST FRIDAY... The National Weather Service in Riverton has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow, which is in effect until 5 PM MST Friday. * TIMING...Periods of snow, heavy at times with strong winds producing blowing and drifting snow will continue through Friday. * Snow Accumulations...10 to 20 inches, with locally higher amounts. * Wind and Visibility...southwest wind of 20 to 30 mph gusting 40 to 45 mph causing blowing and drifting snow with visibility below a quarter mile at times. * MAIN IMPACT...Snow will produce slick, snow packed and icy roads making travel difficult. Poor visibility will also make travel difficult including Teton and Togwotee Passes. * OTHER IMPACTS...Outdoor recreation in the back country may be very hazardous with poor visibility and heavy snowfall. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter weather advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered and slick roads with limited visibilities. Slow down, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Check the latest road conditions at wyoroad.info or by dialing 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ014-091000- /O.EXB.KRIW.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-170311T0000Z/ Wind River Mountains West- 201 PM MST Wed Mar 8 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST FRIDAY... The National Weather Service in Riverton has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow, which is in effect until 5 PM MST Friday. * TIMING...Periods of snow, heavy at times with strong winds producing blowing and drifting snow will continue through Friday. * Snow Accumulations...8 to 15 inches. * Wind and Visibility...southwest wind of 25 to 35 mph gusting 45 to 50 mph causing blowing and drifting snow with visibility below an eighth of a mile at times on South Pass. * MAIN IMPACT...Snow will produce slick, snow packed and icy roads making travel difficult. Poor visibility will also make travel difficult including Teton and Togwotee Passes. * OTHER IMPACTS...Outdoor recreation in the back country may be very hazardous with poor visibility and heavy snowfall. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter weather advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered and slick roads with limited visibilities. Slow down, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Check the latest road conditions at wyoroad.info or by dialing 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ002-091000- /O.EXB.KRIW.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-170311T0000Z/ Absaroka Mountains- 201 PM MST Wed Mar 8 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST FRIDAY... The National Weather Service in Riverton has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow, which is in effect until 5 PM MST Friday. * TIMING...Periods of snow, heavy at times with strong winds producing blowing and drifting snow will continue through Friday. * Snow Accumulations...9 to 16 inches, with the highest amounts near the Yellowstone National Park border. * Wind and Visibility...southwest wind of 25 to 35 mph gusting 45 to 50 mph causing blowing and drifting snow with visibility below an eighth of a mile at times. * MAIN IMPACT...Snow will produce slick, snow packed and icy roads making travel difficult. Poor visibility will also make travel difficult including Teton and Togwotee Passes. * OTHER IMPACTS...Outdoor recreation in the back country may be very hazardous with poor visibility and heavy snowfall. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter weather advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered and slick roads with limited visibilities. Slow down, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Check the latest road conditions at wyoroad.info or by dialing 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ023-091000- /O.EXT.KRIW.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-170311T0000Z/ Star Valley- Including the cities of Afton, Alpine, Star Valley Ranch, and Thayne 201 PM MST Wed Mar 8 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST FRIDAY... * TIMING...Periods of snow, heavy at times with strong winds producing blowing and drifting snow will continue through Friday. Snow turning to rain at times during daylight hours Thursday and Friday. * Snow Accumulations...5 to 10 inches. * Wind and Visibility...southwest wind of 20 to 30 mph gusting 40 mph causing blowing and drifting snow with visibility below a quarter mile at times. * MAIN IMPACT...Snow will produce slick, snow packed and icy roads making travel difficult. Poor visibility will also make travel difficult including Teton and Togwotee Passes. * OTHER IMPACTS...Outdoor recreation in the back country may be very hazardous with poor visibility and heavy snowfall. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter weather advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered and slick roads with limited visibilities. Slow down, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Check the latest road conditions at wyoroad.info or by dialing 5 1 1. && $$
4 follow-up statements
922 WWUS45 KRIW 090731 WSWRIW URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Riverton WY 1231 AM MST Thu Mar 9 2017 ...A winter storm will bring heavy snow and blowing snow across the western mountains of Wyoming through Friday... .Pacific moisture along with strong west northwest winds aloft will produce periods of heavy snow with strong gusty winds producing areas blowing and drifting snow through Friday. The valleys will have rain or rain mixed with snow at times through the day Friday. WYZ012-092300- /O.CON.KRIW.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-170311T0000Z/ Teton and Gros Ventre Mountains- 1231 AM MST Thu Mar 9 2017 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST FRIDAY... * TIMING...Periods of snow, heavy at times...especially tonight through Friday morning...with strong winds producing blowing and drifting snow. * Snow Accumulations...12 to 28 inches, with the highest amounts over the Tetons. * Wind and Visibility...southwest wind of 20 to 35 mph gusting 40 to 50 mph causing blowing and drifting snow with visibility below a quarter of a mile at times. * MAIN IMPACT...Snow will produce slick, snow packed and icy roads making travel difficult. Poor visibility will also make travel difficult including Teton and Togwotee Passes. * OTHER IMPACTS...Outdoor recreation in the back country may be very hazardous with poor visibility and heavy snowfall. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow, and or blowing snow are expected or occurring. This could make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel keep some food, water, and an extra flashlight in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Check the latest road conditions at wyoroad.info or by dialing 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ001-092300- /O.CON.KRIW.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-170311T0000Z/ Yellowstone National Park- Including the cities of Lake, Mammoth, and Old Faithful 1231 AM MST Thu Mar 9 2017 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST FRIDAY... * TIMING...Periods of snow, heavy at times...especially tonight through Friday morning...with strong winds producing blowing and drifting snow. * Snow Accumulations...10 to 26 inches, with the highest amounts over the southern mountains. Snowfall of 5 to 10 inches in the north around Mammoth. * Wind and Visibility...southwest wind of 15 to 30 mph gusting 35 to 45 mph causing blowing and drifting snow with visibility below a quarter of a mile at times. * MAIN IMPACT...Snow will produce slick, snow packed and icy roads making travel difficult. Poor visibility will also make travel difficult. * OTHER IMPACTS...Outdoor recreation in the back country may be very hazardous with poor visibility and heavy snowfall. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow, and or blowing snow are expected or occurring. This could make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel keep some food, water, and an extra flashlight in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Check the latest road conditions at wyoroad.info or by dialing 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ024-092300- /O.CON.KRIW.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-170311T0000Z/ Salt River and Wyoming Ranges- 1231 AM MST Thu Mar 9 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST FRIDAY... * TIMING...Periods of snow, heavy at times...especially tonight through Friday morning...with gusty winds producing blowing and drifting snow. * Snow Accumulations...6 to 16 inches, with locally higher amounts. * Wind and Visibility...southwest wind of 15 to 30 mph gusting 35 to 45 mph causing blowing and drifting snow with visibility below a quarter mile at times. * MAIN IMPACT...Snow will produce slick, snow packed and icy roads making travel difficult. Poor visibility will also make travel difficult. * OTHER IMPACTS...Outdoor recreation in the back country may be very hazardous with poor visibility and heavy snowfall. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter weather advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered and slick roads with limited visibilities. Slow down, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Check the latest road conditions at wyoroad.info or by dialing 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ014-092300- /O.CON.KRIW.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-170311T0000Z/ Wind River Mountains West- 1231 AM MST Thu Mar 9 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST FRIDAY... * TIMING...Periods of snow, heavy at times...especially tonight through Friday morning...with strong winds producing blowing and drifting snow. * Snow Accumulations...8 to 16 inches with locally higher amounts. * Wind and Visibility...southwest wind of 20 to 35 mph gusting 45 to 50 mph causing blowing and drifting snow with visibility below a quarter of a mile at times on South Pass. * MAIN IMPACT...Snow will produce slick, snow packed and icy roads making travel difficult. Poor visibility will also make travel difficult including Teton and Togwotee Passes. * OTHER IMPACTS...Outdoor recreation in the back country may be very hazardous with poor visibility and heavy snowfall. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter weather advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered and slick roads with limited visibilities. Slow down, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Check the latest road conditions at wyoroad.info or by dialing 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ002-092300- /O.CON.KRIW.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-170311T0000Z/ Absaroka Mountains- 1231 AM MST Thu Mar 9 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST FRIDAY... * TIMING...Periods of snow, heavy at times...especially tonight through Friday morning...with strong winds producing blowing and drifting snow. * Snow Accumulations...6 to 16 inches, with the highest amounts over the southwest mountains and near the Yellowstone National Park border. * Wind and Visibility...southwest wind of 25 to 35 mph gusting 45 to 50 mph causing blowing and drifting snow with visibility below a quarter of a mile at times. * MAIN IMPACT...Snow will produce slick, snow packed and icy roads making travel difficult. Poor visibility will also make travel difficult. * OTHER IMPACTS...Outdoor recreation in the back country may be very hazardous with poor visibility and heavy snowfall. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter weather advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered and slick roads with limited visibilities. Slow down, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Check the latest road conditions at wyoroad.info or by dialing 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ013-023-092300- /O.CON.KRIW.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-170311T0000Z/ Jackson Hole-Star Valley- Including the cities of Jackson, Afton, Alpine, Star Valley Ranch, and Thayne 1231 AM MST Thu Mar 9 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST FRIDAY... * TIMING...Periods of rain, rain mixed with snow and light to occasionally moderate snow will continue across the valleys through Friday. Best chance for accumulating snow will occur later tonight and into Friday. * Snow Accumulation...1 to 5 inches with up to 8 inches possible in the northern portion of the Jackson Valley. * Wind and Visibility...South to southwest wind of 15 to 30 mph gusting 35 mph causing blowing and drifting snow with visibility below a half mile at times. * MAIN IMPACT...Snow will produce slick, snow packed and icy roads making travel difficult. Poor visibility will also make travel difficult including Teton and Togwotee Passes. * OTHER IMPACTS...Outdoor recreation in the back country may be very hazardous with poor visibility and heavy snowfall. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter weather advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered and slick roads with limited visibilities. Slow down, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Check the latest road conditions at wyoroad.info or by dialing 5 1 1. && $$
504 WWUS45 KRIW 092027 WSWRIW URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Riverton WY 127 PM MST Thu Mar 9 2017 ...A winter storm will bring heavy snow and blowing snow across the western mountains of Wyoming through Friday... .Pacific moisture along with strong west northwest winds aloft will produce periods of heavy snow with strong gusty winds producing areas blowing and drifting snow through Friday. The valleys will have rain or rain mixed with snow at times through the day Friday. WYZ012-101000- /O.CON.KRIW.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-170311T0000Z/ Teton and Gros Ventre Mountains- 127 PM MST Thu Mar 9 2017 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST FRIDAY... * TIMING...Periods of snow, heavy at times...especially tonight through Friday morning...with strong winds producing blowing and drifting snow. * Snow Accumulations...12 to 28 inches, with the highest amounts over the Tetons. * Wind and Visibility...southwest wind of 20 to 35 mph gusting 40 to 50 mph causing blowing and drifting snow with visibility below a quarter of a mile at times. * MAIN IMPACT...Snow will produce slick, snow packed and icy roads making travel difficult. Poor visibility will also make travel difficult including Teton and Togwotee Passes. * OTHER IMPACTS...Outdoor recreation in the back country may be very hazardous with poor visibility and heavy snowfall. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow, and or blowing snow are expected or occurring. This could make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel keep some food, water, and an extra flashlight in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Check the latest road conditions at wyoroad.info or by dialing 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ001-101000- /O.CON.KRIW.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-170311T0000Z/ Yellowstone National Park- Including the cities of Lake, Mammoth, and Old Faithful 127 PM MST Thu Mar 9 2017 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST FRIDAY... * TIMING...Periods of snow, heavy at times...especially tonight through Friday morning...with strong winds producing blowing and drifting snow. * Snow Accumulations...10 to 26 inches, with the highest amounts over the southern mountains. Snowfall of 5 to 10 inches in the north around Mammoth. * Wind and Visibility...southwest wind of 15 to 30 mph gusting 35 to 45 mph causing blowing and drifting snow with visibility below a quarter of a mile at times. * MAIN IMPACT...Snow will produce slick, snow packed and icy roads making travel difficult. Poor visibility will also make travel difficult. * OTHER IMPACTS...Outdoor recreation in the back country may be very hazardous with poor visibility and heavy snowfall. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow, and or blowing snow are expected or occurring. This could make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel keep some food, water, and an extra flashlight in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Check the latest road conditions at wyoroad.info or by dialing 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ024-101000- /O.CON.KRIW.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-170311T0000Z/ Salt River and Wyoming Ranges- 127 PM MST Thu Mar 9 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST FRIDAY... * TIMING...Periods of snow, heavy at times...especially tonight through Friday morning...with gusty winds producing blowing and drifting snow. * Snow Accumulations...6 to 16 inches, with locally higher amounts. * Wind and Visibility...southwest wind of 15 to 30 mph gusting 35 to 45 mph causing blowing and drifting snow with visibility below a quarter mile at times. * MAIN IMPACT...Snow will produce slick, snow packed and icy roads making travel difficult. Poor visibility will also make travel difficult. * OTHER IMPACTS...Outdoor recreation in the back country may be very hazardous with poor visibility and heavy snowfall. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter weather advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered and slick roads with limited visibilities. Slow down, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Check the latest road conditions at wyoroad.info or by dialing 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ014-101000- /O.CON.KRIW.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-170311T0000Z/ Wind River Mountains West- 127 PM MST Thu Mar 9 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST FRIDAY... * TIMING...Periods of snow, heavy at times...especially tonight through Friday morning...with strong winds producing blowing and drifting snow. * Snow Accumulations...8 to 16 inches with locally higher amounts. * Wind and Visibility...southwest wind of 20 to 35 mph gusting 45 to 50 mph causing blowing and drifting snow with visibility below a quarter of a mile at times on South Pass. * MAIN IMPACT...Snow will produce slick, snow packed and icy roads making travel difficult. Poor visibility will also make travel difficult including Teton and Togwotee Passes. * OTHER IMPACTS...Outdoor recreation in the back country may be very hazardous with poor visibility and heavy snowfall. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter weather advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered and slick roads with limited visibilities. Slow down, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Check the latest road conditions at wyoroad.info or by dialing 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ002-101000- /O.CON.KRIW.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-170311T0000Z/ Absaroka Mountains- 127 PM MST Thu Mar 9 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST FRIDAY... * TIMING...Periods of snow, heavy at times...especially tonight through Friday morning...with strong winds producing blowing and drifting snow. * Snow Accumulations...6 to 16 inches, with the highest amounts over the southwest mountains and near the Yellowstone National Park border. * Wind and Visibility...southwest wind of 25 to 35 mph gusting 45 to 50 mph causing blowing and drifting snow with visibility below a quarter of a mile at times. * MAIN IMPACT...Snow will produce slick, snow packed and icy roads making travel difficult. Poor visibility will also make travel difficult. * OTHER IMPACTS...Outdoor recreation in the back country may be very hazardous with poor visibility and heavy snowfall. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter weather advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered and slick roads with limited visibilities. Slow down, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Check the latest road conditions at wyoroad.info or by dialing 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ013-023-101000- /O.CON.KRIW.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-170311T0000Z/ Jackson Hole-Star Valley- Including the cities of Jackson, Afton, Alpine, Star Valley Ranch, and Thayne 127 PM MST Thu Mar 9 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST FRIDAY... * TIMING...Periods of rain, rain mixed with snow and light to occasionally moderate snow will continue across the valleys through Friday. Best chance for accumulating snow will occur later tonight and into Friday. * Snow Accumulation...1 to 5 inches with up to 8 inches possible in the northern portion of the Jackson Valley. * Wind and Visibility...South to southwest wind of 15 to 30 mph gusting 35 mph causing blowing and drifting snow with visibility below a half mile at times. * MAIN IMPACT...Snow will produce slick, snow packed and icy roads making travel difficult. Poor visibility will also make travel difficult including Teton and Togwotee Passes. * OTHER IMPACTS...Outdoor recreation in the back country may be very hazardous with poor visibility and heavy snowfall. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter weather advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered and slick roads with limited visibilities. Slow down, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Check the latest road conditions at wyoroad.info or by dialing 5 1 1. && $$
589 WWUS45 KRIW 100727 WSWRIW URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Riverton WY 1227 AM MST Fri Mar 10 2017 ...A winter storm will continue to bring heavy snow and blowing snow across the western mountains of Wyoming today... .Pacific moisture along with strong west northwest winds aloft will produce periods of heavy snow with strong gusty winds producing areas blowing and drifting snow through today. The valleys will have rain or rain mixed with snow at times through today. WYZ012-110000- /O.CON.KRIW.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-170311T0000Z/ Teton and Gros Ventre Mountains- 1227 AM MST Fri Mar 10 2017 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON... * TIMING...Periods of snow, heavy at times...especially this morning...with strong winds producing blowing and drifting snow. * Snow Accumulations...total event accumulations of 10 to 24 inches, with the highest amounts over the Tetons. * Wind and Visibility...southwest wind of 20 to 35 mph gusting 40 to 50 mph causing blowing and drifting snow with visibility below a quarter of a mile at times. * MAIN IMPACT...Snow will produce slick, snow packed and icy roads making travel difficult. Poor visibility will also make travel difficult including Teton and Togwotee Passes. * OTHER IMPACTS...Outdoor recreation in the back country may be very hazardous with poor visibility and heavy snowfall. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow, and or blowing snow are expected or occurring. This could make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel keep some food, water, and an extra flashlight in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Check the latest road conditions at wyoroad.info or by dialing 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ001-110000- /O.CON.KRIW.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-170311T0000Z/ Yellowstone National Park- Including the cities of Lake, Mammoth, and Old Faithful 1227 AM MST Fri Mar 10 2017 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON... * TIMING...Periods of snow, heavy at times...especially this morning...with strong winds producing blowing and drifting snow. * Snow Accumulations...total event accumulations of 10 to 24 inches, with the highest amounts over the southern mountains. Snowfall of 5 to 10 inches in the north around Mammoth. * Wind and Visibility...southwest wind of 15 to 30 mph gusting 35 to 45 mph causing blowing and drifting snow with visibility below a quarter of a mile at times. * MAIN IMPACT...Snow will produce slick, snow packed and icy roads making travel difficult. Poor visibility will also make travel difficult. * OTHER IMPACTS...Outdoor recreation in the back country may be very hazardous with poor visibility and heavy snowfall. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow, and or blowing snow are expected or occurring. This could make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel keep some food, water, and an extra flashlight in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Check the latest road conditions at wyoroad.info or by dialing 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ024-110000- /O.CON.KRIW.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-170311T0000Z/ Salt River and Wyoming Ranges- 1227 AM MST Fri Mar 10 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON... * TIMING...Periods of snow, heavy at times...especially this morning...with gusty winds producing blowing and drifting snow. * Snow Accumulations...6 to 14 inches, with locally higher amounts. * Wind and Visibility...southwest wind of 15 to 30 mph gusting 35 to 45 mph causing blowing and drifting snow with visibility below a quarter mile at times. * MAIN IMPACT...Snow will produce slick, snow packed and icy roads making travel difficult. Poor visibility will also make travel difficult. * OTHER IMPACTS...Outdoor recreation in the back country may be very hazardous with poor visibility and heavy snowfall. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter weather advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered and slick roads with limited visibilities. Slow down, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Check the latest road conditions at wyoroad.info or by dialing 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ014-110000- /O.CON.KRIW.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-170311T0000Z/ Wind River Mountains West- 1227 AM MST Fri Mar 10 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON... * TIMING...Periods of snow, heavy at times...especially this morning...with strong winds producing blowing and drifting snow. * Snow Accumulations...8 to 14 inches with locally higher amounts. * Wind and Visibility...southwest wind of 20 to 35 mph gusting 45 to 50 mph causing blowing and drifting snow with visibility below a quarter of a mile at times on South Pass. * MAIN IMPACT...Snow will produce slick, snow packed and icy roads making travel difficult. Poor visibility will also make travel difficult including Teton and Togwotee Passes. * OTHER IMPACTS...Outdoor recreation in the back country may be very hazardous with poor visibility and heavy snowfall. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter weather advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered and slick roads with limited visibilities. Slow down, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Check the latest road conditions at wyoroad.info or by dialing 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ002-110000- /O.CON.KRIW.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-170311T0000Z/ Absaroka Mountains- 1227 AM MST Fri Mar 10 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON... * TIMING...Periods of snow, heavy at times...especially this morning...with strong winds producing blowing and drifting snow. * Snow Accumulations...6 to 16 inches, with the highest amounts over the southwest mountains and near the Yellowstone National Park border. * Wind and Visibility...southwest wind of 25 to 35 mph gusting 45 to 50 mph causing blowing and drifting snow with visibility below a quarter of a mile at times. * MAIN IMPACT...Snow will produce slick, snow packed and icy roads making travel difficult. Poor visibility will also make travel difficult. * OTHER IMPACTS...Outdoor recreation in the back country may be very hazardous with poor visibility and heavy snowfall. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter weather advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered and slick roads with limited visibilities. Slow down, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Check the latest road conditions at wyoroad.info or by dialing 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ013-023-110000- /O.CON.KRIW.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-170311T0000Z/ Jackson Hole-Star Valley- Including the cities of Jackson, Afton, Alpine, Star Valley Ranch, and Thayne 1227 AM MST Fri Mar 10 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON... * TIMING...Periods of rain, rain mixed with snow and light to occasionally moderate snow will be possible across the valleys today. * Snow Accumulation...1 to 4 inches with up to 6 inches possible in the northern portion of the Jackson Valley. * Wind and Visibility...South to southwest wind of 15 to 30 mph gusting 35 mph causing blowing and drifting snow with visibility below a half mile at times. * MAIN IMPACT...Snow will produce slick, snow packed and icy roads making travel difficult. Poor visibility will also make travel difficult including Teton and Togwotee Passes. * OTHER IMPACTS...Outdoor recreation in the back country may be very hazardous with poor visibility and heavy snowfall. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter weather advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered and slick roads with limited visibilities. Slow down, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Check the latest road conditions at wyoroad.info or by dialing 5 1 1. && $$
379 WWUS45 KRIW 102021 WSWRIW URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Riverton WY 121 PM MST Fri Mar 10 2017 ...Snow and rain will taper off across the west... .As the upper level low pressure trough that has brought snow and rain to western Wyoming moves east...precipitation will taper off through the evening. WYZ001-012-102130- /O.CAN.KRIW.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-170311T0000Z/ Yellowstone National Park-Teton and Gros Ventre Mountains- Including the cities of Lake, Mammoth, and Old Faithful 121 PM MST Fri Mar 10 2017 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED... The National Weather Service in Riverton has cancelled the Winter Storm Warning. $$ WYZ002-013-014-023-024-102130- /O.CAN.KRIW.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-170311T0000Z/ Absaroka Mountains-Jackson Hole-Wind River Mountains West- Star Valley-Salt River and Wyoming Ranges- Including the cities of Jackson, Afton, Alpine, Star Valley Ranch, and Thayne 121 PM MST Fri Mar 10 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... The National Weather Service in Riverton has cancelled the Winter Weather Advisory. $$
What forecasters said that day
The local office's own words before this winter storm warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.
NWS Riverton, WY wrote its last area forecast discussion before this winter storm warning went out at Mar 8, 10:41 AM MST, 3 hours 20 minutes earlier.
Area forecast discussion, Mar 8, 10:41 AM MST, 3 hours 20 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion National Weather Service Riverton WY 1041 AM MST Wed Mar 8 2017 .SHORT TERM...Today through Friday night Imagery showing deep upper low pressure moving into Quebec with the associated trof across the ern CONUS. The relatively flat flow across the western CONUS contains a strong jet with a few embedded upstream jet streaks...including one currently moving through western WY. The SFC has general high P across the Great Basin and Intermountain West with lower P to the north and east and a cold front still across the northeast corner of WY. Today, the upper flow continues NW to WNW...with a modest moisture flow from the PAC NW also continuing to flow into western WY. Greatest forcing will be due to the proximity to a persistent and near linear jet flowing over/near the FA combined with the terrain out west. Light to moderate snowfall this morning, persisting across west central and northwestern WY through today. A Winter Weather Advisory (WWA) continues for west central and northwestern WY through this afternoon. Expecting 24hr snowfall totals of 5 to 12 inches over the mountains and about half that in the valleys for the areas under the Advisory. In addition, while winds will continue gusty out of the southwest across much of the FA, including isolated high wind gusts over the Wind Corridor, the better high wind set-up will continue over the Cody Foothills from this morning periodically through tonight as strong winds aloft combine with good low level temperature and omega gradients near/in the Foothills and building mountain waves aloft. A High Wind Warning for the Cody Foothills continues for this time period and location. Tonight through Friday: The HWW will still be ongoing for the Cody Foothills while the current WWA ends during a lull in the action. However, there seems to be enough cause at this time to issue a Winter Storm Warning beginning after midnight tonight/very early Thursday morning that will take into account the arrival of both a strong embedded jet streak and increased EPAC moisture across west central/northwest WY. Heaviest snowfall should arrive later Thursday morning with the arrival of a rather strong jet streak. Then, after an afternoon lull greater moisture will move into the area Thursday night as a weak ridge translates eastward further flattening the upper flow but opening the door back to the EPAC. A fleet embedded SW will then race across the FA by Friday afternoon...enhancing snowfall rates one more time before the wave and associated front clear the area Friday evening...quickly turning off the precipitation spigot. A Winter Storm Watch continue for zones 12 and 13 with Advisories likely to fill in areas around this possible Warning through the day Friday. There may be periods, especially in the western valleys, where rain mixes with snow...or even just rains...periodically from Thursday afternoon onward as H7 temps rise to -2 to -3 deg C into Friday afternoon before falling once again. It'll be close as far as snowfall and may or may not reach warning levels in the valleys depending length of time to changeover (or not). Did not completely force snow into the grids at this time for the western valleys and hopefully another day of forecast data will help to clarify. If the lowest levels looked just slightly drier I might be inclined to go with all, albeit wet, snow. Otherwise, total snowfall for the Teton and Gros Ventre mountains through the day on Friday should range from 10 to 20 inches for most locations... possibly more. .LONG TERM...Saturday through Wednesday In wake of a shortwave and cold front Friday night, expect mainly dry conditions and cooler, but seasonal temperatures Saturday. A quick moving shortwave trough in the westerly flow across the Northern Rockies will bring a return to snowfall across far west/northwest Wyoming Saturday night into Sunday with some precipitation spilling east of the Divide late Sunday into Sunday night. The 00Z suite of guidance has trended farther south with the Canadian cold front late Sunday/Sunday night east of the Divide than over the past couple of nights with the GFS and Canadian models more aggressive with the precip, but still on the light side east of the Divide. Models have also trended tonight with more ridging building into the area Monday into Tuesday with mainly dry conditions and above average temperatures. Then the models bring a shortwave trough off the Pacific, and across the Northern/Central Rockies Tuesday night and Wednesday. Timing and strength of this system has varied over the past several runs, and will keep slight pops mainly confined to the west for now. && .AVIATION.../18Z ISSUANCE/ WEST OF THE DIVIDE...KBPI/KJAC/KPNA/KRKS ROUTES Periods of snow for the Western mountains through tonight into tomorrow morning. Expect snow at the KJAC airport through tonight along with the gusty wind. MVFR to IFR conditions will be common with mountains obscured. Mainly VFR conditions prodominate elsewhere although local mountain obscurations may occur with snow showers near KBPI and KPNA. A gusty wind will occur at KRKS airport after 16Z until 02Z tonight and again after 16Z Thursday. EAST OF THE DIVIDE...KCOD/KCPR/KLND/KRIW/KWRL ROUTES VFR conditions will prevail at the terminal sites through the period. A gusty wind will occur at KCPR through tonight morning. KCOD will see a gusty wind at times through 02Z, then less wind. Wind shear may occur near KLND after 21Z today. && .FIRE WEATHER... Fire Danger low to moderate (east of the Divide) across the forecast area through the week as continued good existing or increasing snow cover, or recent wetting precipitation/ground cover, combines with continued seasonal to below seasonal temperatures. Gusty west to southwest winds can be expected to continue across much of the region through the week. Southwest winds will be gusty for many locations today. Smoke dispersion will be fair to very good across most of the forecast area each afternoon through at least Friday. && .RIW WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES... Winter Weather Advisory until 5 PM MST this afternoon for WYZ001- 012-013-023. Winter Storm Watch from late tonight through Friday afternoon for WYZ012-013. High Wind Warning until 5 AM MST Thursday for WYZ003. && SHORT TERM...Braun LONG TERM...WM AVIATION...Hattings FIRE WEATHER...Braun
Hazardous weather outlook, Mar 8, 3:13 AM MST, 10 hours 48 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook National Weather Service Riverton WY 313 AM MST Wed Mar 8 2017 WYZ001>020-022>030-091200- Yellowstone National Park-Absaroka Mountains-Cody Foothills- North Big Horn Basin-Southwest Big Horn Basin- Southeast Big Horn Basin-Owl Creek and Bridger Mountains- Bighorn Mountains West-Bighorn Mountains Southeast- Northeast Johnson County-Southeast Johnson County- Teton and Gros Ventre Mountains-Jackson Hole- Wind River Mountains West-Wind River Mountains East- Upper Wind River Basin-Wind River Basin-Lander Foothills- Green Mountains and Rattlesnake Range- Natrona County Lower Elevations-Casper Mountain-Star Valley- Salt River and Wyoming Ranges-Upper Green River Basin Foothills- Upper Green River Basin-South Lincoln County- Rock Springs and Green River-Flaming Gorge-East Sweetwater County- 313 AM MST Wed Mar 8 2017 ...Winter Weather Advisory for Portions of Western Wyoming Through this Afternoon... ...High Wind Warning for the Cody Foothills Through Tonight... ...Winter Storm Watch for the Tetons/Gros Ventres and Jackson Valley from early Thursday through Friday afternoon... This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for Western and Central Wyoming. .DAY ONE...Today and Tonight Snow likely in the western mountains and far west valleys, moderate to heavy at times into this afternoon. Windy conditions will continue across Sweetwater and Natrona counties...with high wind possible in the Cody Foothills. .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday Thursday and Friday...Significant snow possible across the western mountains, especially Teton County. Windy from South Pass to Casper, as well as the Lander and Cody Foothills. .SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT... Spotters are urged to report any snowfall amounts and wind gusts past 50 mph. Thank you.
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Sources
The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.