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Wind Chill Warning 2, NWS Riverton, WY

October 29, 2019Natrona County, Sweetwater County, Wyoming

NWS Riverton, WY issued this wind chill warning at Oct 29, 2019, 5:45 AM MDT for Natrona County, Sweetwater County, Wyoming. It took effect at Oct 29, 2019, 6:00 PM MDT. It was in force for 16 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.

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The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Oct 29, 2019, 5:45 AM MDT (11:45 UTC)
In effect from
Oct 29, 2019, 6:00 PM MDT
Expired
Oct 30, 2019, 10:00 AM MDT
In force
16 hr
Issued by
NWS Riverton, WY

Counties Natrona County, WY, Sweetwater County, WY

The radar

The Riverton/Lander radar (KRIW), 99 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 11:47 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.

The nearest sounding before it

Riverton, WY (KRIW), launched 00:00Z, 11.8 hours before the alert went out and 96 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.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Riverton, WY at 00:00Z on 2019-10-29Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°30°40°
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HodographHodograph, Riverton, WY at 00:00Z on 2019-10-29The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity -40 square meters per square second.1939587897Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
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The text

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781 
WWUS45 KRIW 291145
WSWRIW

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Riverton WY
545 AM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...An Arctic front will bring snow and frigid temperatures to
Wyoming...

.An arctic front will bring another round of snow, along with
bitter cold temperatures, to areas of western and central
Wyoming. Areas west of the Divide will be more impacted by snow
with this storm. Snow will begin to end from north to south, with
light snow continuing over central portions and west of the
Divide Tuesday afternoon.

WYZ030-291945-
/O.NEW.KRIW.WC.W.0002.191030T0000Z-191030T1200Z/
/O.CON.KRIW.WS.W.0012.000000T0000Z-191030T0000Z/
East Sweetwater County-
Including the city of Wamsutter
545 AM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...
...WIND CHILL WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM
MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional 
  snow accumulations of up to two inches. Winds gusting as high 
  as 55 mph. For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind 
  chills expected. Wind chills as low as 35 below zero.

* WHERE...East Sweetwater County.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 6 PM MDT this 
  evening. For the Wind Chill Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 
  6 AM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Gusty 
  winds could bring down tree branches. The dangerously cold 
  wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little 
  as 10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Air temperatures will only rise to around 5
  degrees, before dropping to 10 to 15 degrees below zero tonight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WYZ028-029-291945-
/O.NEW.KRIW.WC.W.0002.191030T0000Z-191030T1200Z/
/O.CON.KRIW.WW.Y.0035.000000T0000Z-191030T0000Z/
Rock Springs and Green River-Flaming Gorge-
Including the cities of Rock Springs and Green River
545 AM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...
...WIND CHILL WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM
MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind 
  chills expected. Wind chills as low as 30 below zero. For the 
  Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow accumulations 
  of 1 to 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Rock Springs and Green River and Flaming Gorge.

* WHEN...For the Wind Chill Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 6 
  AM MDT Wednesday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 PM 
  MDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Gusty 
  winds could bring down tree branches. The dangerously cold 
  wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little 
  as 10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures will only rise to around 5
  degrees today, before falling to 10 to 15 degrees below zero
  tonight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WYZ003-291500-
/O.CON.KRIW.WW.Y.0035.000000T0000Z-191029T1500Z/
Cody Foothills-
Including the cities of Clark, Cody, and Meeteetse
545 AM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM MDT THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Periods of snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 
  to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 30 mph.

* WHERE...Cody Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM MDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the evening commute. The cold wind 
  chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on 
  exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures will only rise to 10 to 15
  degrees today, before falling to around 5 degrees below zero
  overnight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WYZ010-291500-
/O.CON.KRIW.WW.Y.0035.000000T0000Z-191029T1500Z/
Northeast Johnson County-
Including the city of Buffalo
545 AM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM MDT THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Periods of snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 
  to 3 inches near Buffalo. 1 to 2 inches elsewhere. Winds 
  gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Northeast Johnson County.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM MDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the evening commute. The cold wind 
  chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on 
  exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures will rise to around 15 degrees
  today, before falling to around zero degrees tonight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WYZ012-013-291800-
/O.CON.KRIW.WW.Y.0035.000000T0000Z-191029T1800Z/
Teton and Gros Ventre Mountains-Jackson Hole-
Including the city of Jackson
545 AM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT
TODAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 3 
  inches in the Jackson Valley and 4 to 8 inches in the Tetons 
  and Gros Ventres. Winds gusting as high as 30 mph by Tuesday 
  morning.

* WHERE...Teton and Gros Ventre Mountains and Jackson Hole.

* WHEN...Until noon MDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning and evening commute. The 
  cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Three to five inches of snow have already
  fallen in the higher elevations. Temperatures will reach around
  20 degrees today before falling to around 10 degrees below zero
  tonight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WYZ023>025-291945-
/O.CON.KRIW.WW.Y.0035.000000T0000Z-191029T2100Z/
Star Valley-Salt River and Wyoming Ranges-
Upper Green River Basin Foothills-
Including the cities of Afton, Alpine, Star Valley Ranch, Thayne,
and Pinedale
545 AM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM MDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 
  inches in the Star Valley and near Pinedale and Bondurant. 4 
  to 8 inches in the mountains. Winds gusting as high as 25 mph 
  this afternoon.

* WHERE...Star Valley, Salt River and Wyoming Ranges and Upper 
  Green River Basin Foothills.

* WHEN...From 6 PM Monday to 3 PM MDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. The 
  cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...One to three inches of snowfall has been
  observed so far. Temperatures will reach around 15 degrees 
  today before falling to around 10 degrees below zero overnight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WYZ017>019-291945-
/O.CON.KRIW.WW.Y.0035.000000T0000Z-191030T0000Z/
Wind River Basin-Lander Foothills-
Green Mountains and Rattlesnake Range-
Including the cities of Riverton, Shoshoni, Lander, 
and Jeffrey City
545 AM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Periods of snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 
  to 4 inches over central and southern portions of Fremont 
  County and southwestern Natrona County. Locally higher amounts 
  possible in Lander and Beaver Rim. Winds gusting as high as 35 
  mph.

* WHERE...Wind River Basin, Lander Foothills and Green Mountains 
  and Rattlesnake Range.

* WHEN...From 9 PM Monday to 6 PM MDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. The 
  cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures will reach around 10 degrees
  today before falling to 10 to 15 degrees below zero overnight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WYZ026-027-291945-
/O.CON.KRIW.WW.Y.0035.000000T0000Z-191030T0000Z/
Upper Green River Basin-South Lincoln County-
Including the cities of La Barge, Big Piney, Farson, Kemmerer, 
and Cokeville
545 AM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 3 
  inches. 3 to 4 inches over southwestern portions of Sweetwater 
  County and near Kemmerer. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph by 
  sunrise Tuesday morning.

* WHERE...Upper Green River Basin, South Lincoln County, Rock 
  Springs and Green River, Flaming Gorge and East Sweetwater 
  County.

* WHEN...From midnight Monday night to 6 PM MDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. The 
  cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures will reach 10 to 15 degrees
  today before falling to 15 to 20 degrees below zero overnight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/riw
6 follow-up statements
056 
WWUS45 KRIW 291457
WSWRIW

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Riverton WY
857 AM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...An Arctic front will bring snow and frigid temperatures to
Wyoming...

.An arctic front will bring another round of snow, along with
bitter cold temperatures, to areas of western and central
Wyoming. Areas west of the Divide will be more impacted by snow
with this storm. Snow will begin to end from north to south, with
light snow continuing over central portions and west of the
Divide Tuesday afternoon.

WYZ003-291600-
/O.EXP.KRIW.WW.Y.0035.000000T0000Z-191029T1500Z/
Cody Foothills-
Including the cities of Clark, Cody, and Meeteetse
857 AM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 9 AM MDT THIS MORNING...

Snow has ended across the area. Winds will be light today, with
temperatures struggling to near 12 degrees.

$$

WYZ010-291600-
/O.EXP.KRIW.WW.Y.0035.000000T0000Z-191029T1500Z/
Northeast Johnson County-
Including the city of Buffalo
857 AM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 9 AM MDT THIS MORNING...

Snow has ended this morning, however, winds will remain gusty.
Roads will remain icy and slick in spots, due to blowing snow. Winds
will begin to decrease after 12 PM.


$$

WYZ030-300000-
/O.CON.KRIW.WS.W.0012.000000T0000Z-191030T0000Z/
/O.CON.KRIW.WC.W.0002.191030T0000Z-191030T1200Z/
East Sweetwater County-
Including the city of Wamsutter
857 AM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
6 AM MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow
  accumulations of up to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 55
  mph this morning. For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold 
  wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 35 below zero.

* WHERE...East Sweetwater County.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 6 PM MDT this 
  evening. For the Wind Chill Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 
  6 AM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing
  snow will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
  conditions will impact the morning and evening commute. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed 
  skin in as little as 10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures will only rise to around 5 
  degrees, before dropping to 10 to 15 degrees below zero tonight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WYZ028-029-300000-
/O.CON.KRIW.WC.W.0002.191030T0000Z-191030T1200Z/
/O.CON.KRIW.WW.Y.0035.000000T0000Z-191030T0000Z/
Rock Springs and Green River-Flaming Gorge-
Including the cities of Rock Springs and Green River
857 AM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
6 AM MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind chills
  expected. Wind chills as low as 30 below zero. For the Winter
  Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 2
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Rock Springs and Green River and Flaming Gorge.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 PM MDT this
  evening. For the Wind Chill Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 
  6 AM MDT Wednesday. 

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing
  snow will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
  conditions will impact the morning and evening commute. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed 
  skin in as little as 10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures will only rise to around 5 
  degrees today, before falling to 10 to 15 degrees below zero 
  tonight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WYZ012-013-291800-
/O.CON.KRIW.WW.Y.0035.000000T0000Z-191029T1800Z/
Teton and Gros Ventre Mountains-Jackson Hole-
Including the city of Jackson
857 AM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT
TODAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Little to no additional snow accumulation.
  Winds gusting as high as 30 mph.

* WHERE...Teton and Gros Ventre Mountains and Jackson Hole.

* WHEN...Until noon MDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning and evening commute. The 
  cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Three to five inches of snow have already 
  fallen in the higher elevations. Temperatures will reach 
  around 20 degrees today, before falling to around 10 degrees 
  below zero tonight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WYZ023>025-292100-
/O.CON.KRIW.WW.Y.0035.000000T0000Z-191029T2100Z/
Star Valley-Salt River and Wyoming Ranges-
Upper Green River Basin Foothills-
Including the cities of Afton, Alpine, Star Valley Ranch, Thayne,
and Pinedale
857 AM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM MDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 
  inches in the Star Valley and near Pinedale and Bondurant. 4 
  to 8 inches in the mountains. Winds gusting as high as 25 mph 
  this afternoon.

* WHERE...Star Valley, Salt River and Wyoming Ranges and Upper 
  Green River Basin Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 3 PM MDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. The 
  cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...One to three inches of snowfall has been 
  observed so far. Temperatures will reach around 15 degrees 
  today before falling to around 10 degrees below zero overnight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WYZ017>019-300000-
/O.CON.KRIW.WW.Y.0035.000000T0000Z-191030T0000Z/
Wind River Basin-Lander Foothills-
Green Mountains and Rattlesnake Range-
Including the cities of Riverton, Shoshoni, Lander, 
and Jeffrey City
857 AM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Periods of light snow expected. Additional snowfall
  amounts up to 1 inch. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Wind River Basin, Lander Foothills and Green Mountains 
  and Rattlesnake Range.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM MDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. The 
  cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures will reach around 10 degrees 
  today before falling to 10 to 15 degrees below zero overnight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WYZ026-027-300000-
/O.CON.KRIW.WW.Y.0035.000000T0000Z-191030T0000Z/
Upper Green River Basin-South Lincoln County-
Including the cities of La Barge, Big Piney, Farson, Kemmerer, 
and Cokeville
857 AM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 3 inches.
  3 to 4 inches over southwestern portions of Sweetwater County
  and near Kemmerer. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Upper Green River Basin, South Lincoln County, Rock 
  Springs and Green River, Flaming Gorge and East Sweetwater 
  County.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM MDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. The 
  cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures will reach 10 to 15 degrees 
  today before falling to 15 to 20 degrees below zero overnight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/riw
618 
WWUS45 KRIW 291717
WSWRIW

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Riverton WY
1117 AM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...Light snow and frigid temperatures will continue across
southern Wyoming Tuesday...

.An arctic front passed through the state Monday through Monday 
night. Light snow, along with gusty winds, continue from South 
Pass to the Interstate 80 corridor. Bitter cold temperatures have
settled across the area in the wake of the front. Winds will
remain gusty over southern portions tonight, leading to 
dangerously low wind chills. 

WYZ017-026-291830-
/O.CAN.KRIW.WW.Y.0035.000000T0000Z-191030T0000Z/
Wind River Basin-Upper Green River Basin-
Including the cities of Riverton, Shoshoni, La Barge, Big Piney, 
and Farson
1117 AM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Snow has ended across the area. Winds of 10 to 15 mph will
continue through the rest of the day, with temperatures in the
lower to middle teens. Travellers should continue to exercise 
caution when traveling today.

$$

WYZ023>025-291830-
/O.CAN.KRIW.WW.Y.0035.000000T0000Z-191029T2100Z/
Star Valley-Salt River and Wyoming Ranges-
Upper Green River Basin Foothills-
Including the cities of Afton, Alpine, Star Valley Ranch, Thayne,
and Pinedale
1117 AM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Snow has ended across the area. Temperatures will slowly rise into
the middle to upper teens. Travellers should continue to exercise
caution when traveling today.

$$

WYZ012-013-291830-
/O.CAN.KRIW.WW.Y.0035.000000T0000Z-191029T1800Z/
Teton and Gros Ventre Mountains-Jackson Hole-
Including the city of Jackson
1117 AM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Snow has ended across the area. Winds with gusts currently up to 
25 mph will gradually decrease through the rest of the afternoon.
Temperatures will be in the lower to middle teens. Travellers 
should continue to exercise caution when traveling today.

$$

WYZ030-300300-
/O.CON.KRIW.WS.W.0012.000000T0000Z-191030T0000Z/
/O.CON.KRIW.WC.W.0002.191030T0000Z-191030T1200Z/
East Sweetwater County-
Including the city of Wamsutter
1117 AM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
6 AM MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow
  accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 55
  mph, gradually decreasing to 35 mph late this afternoon. For 
  the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind chills expected. 
  Wind chills as low as 35 below zero.

* WHERE...East Sweetwater County.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 6 PM MDT this 
  evening. For the Wind Chill Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 
  6 AM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions will impact the morning and evening commute. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed 
  skin in as little as 10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures will only rise to around 5 
  degrees, before dropping to 10 to 15 degrees below zero 
  tonight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WYZ028-029-300300-
/O.CON.KRIW.WC.W.0002.191030T0000Z-191030T1200Z/
/O.CON.KRIW.WW.Y.0035.000000T0000Z-191030T0000Z/
Rock Springs and Green River-Flaming Gorge-
Including the cities of Rock Springs and Green River
1117 AM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
6 AM MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind chills
  expected. Wind chills as low as 30 below zero. For the Winter
  Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to
  one inch. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph, gradually decreasing
  to 30 mph late this afternoon.

* WHERE...Rock Springs and Green River and Flaming Gorge.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 PM MDT this 
  evening. For the Wind Chill Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 
  6 AM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions will impact the morning and evening commute. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed 
  skin in as little as 10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures will only rise to around 5 
  degrees today, before falling to 10 to 15 degrees below zero 
  tonight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WYZ018-019-300000-
/O.CON.KRIW.WW.Y.0035.000000T0000Z-191030T0000Z/
Lander Foothills-Green Mountains and Rattlesnake Range-
Including the cities of Lander and Jeffrey City
1117 AM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Light Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to one
  inch. Winds gusting as high as 30 mph toward Red Canyon.

* WHERE...Lander Foothills and Green Mountains and Rattlesnake 
  Range.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM MDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. The 
  cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures will reach around 10 degrees 
  today before falling to 10 to 15 degrees below zero overnight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WYZ027-300000-
/O.CON.KRIW.WW.Y.0035.000000T0000Z-191030T0000Z/
South Lincoln County-
Including the cities of Kemmerer and Cokeville
1117 AM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Light Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to one 
  inch. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...southern Lincoln County.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM MDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. The 
  cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures will reach 10 to 15 degrees 
  today before falling to 15 to 20 degrees below zero overnight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/riw
910 
WWUS45 KRIW 291927
WSWRIW

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Riverton WY
127 PM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...Light snow, gusty winds and frigid temperatures will continue 
across southern Wyoming Tuesday...

.An arctic front passed through the state Monday through Monday
night. Light snow, along with gusty winds, continue from South
Pass to the Interstate 80 corridor. Bitter cold temperatures have
settled across the area in the wake of the front. Winds will
remain gusty over southern portions tonight, leading to
dangerously low wind chills.

WYZ020-300330-
/O.EXB.KRIW.WC.W.0002.191030T0900Z-191030T1600Z/
Natrona County Lower Elevations-
Including the city of Casper
127 PM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...WIND CHILL WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 10 AM MDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as 
  low as 30 below zero.

* WHERE...Natrona County Lower Elevations.

* WHEN...From 3 AM to 10 AM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions will impact the morning commute. The dangerously cold
  wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little 
  as 10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures around 10 degrees below zero 
  expected tonight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

&&

$$

WYZ030-300330-
/O.CON.KRIW.WS.W.0012.000000T0000Z-191030T0000Z/
/O.CON.KRIW.WC.W.0002.191030T0000Z-191030T1200Z/
East Sweetwater County-
Including the city of Wamsutter
127 PM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
6 AM MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow
  accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 50 
  mph, gradually decreasing to 35 mph late this afternoon. For the
  Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind chills expected. Wind
  chills as low as 35 below zero.

* WHERE...East Sweetwater County.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 6 PM MDT this 
  evening. For the Wind Chill Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 
  6 AM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions will impact the morning and evening commute. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed 
  skin in as little as 10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures will only rise to around 5 
  degrees, before dropping to 10 to 15 degrees below zero 
  tonight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WYZ028-029-300330-
/O.CON.KRIW.WC.W.0002.191030T0000Z-191030T1200Z/
/O.CON.KRIW.WW.Y.0035.000000T0000Z-191030T0000Z/
Rock Springs and Green River-Flaming Gorge-
Including the cities of Rock Springs and Green River
127 PM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
6 AM MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind 
  chills expected. Wind chills as low as 30 below zero. For the 
  Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow accumulations 
  of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph, gradually 
  decreasing to 30 mph late this afternoon.

* WHERE...Rock Springs and Green River and Flaming Gorge.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 PM MDT this 
  evening. For the Wind Chill Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 
  6 AM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions will impact the morning and evening commute. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed 
  skin in as little as 10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures will only rise to around 5 
  degrees today, before falling to 10 to 15 degrees below zero 
  tonight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WYZ018-019-300000-
/O.CON.KRIW.WW.Y.0035.000000T0000Z-191030T0000Z/
Lander Foothills-Green Mountains and Rattlesnake Range-
Including the cities of Lander and Jeffrey City
127 PM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Light Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to one 
  inch. Winds gusting as high as 30 mph toward Red Canyon.

* WHERE...Lander Foothills and Green Mountains and Rattlesnake 
  Range.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM MDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. The 
  cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures will reach around 10 degrees 
  today before falling to 10 to 15 degrees below zero overnight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WYZ027-300000-
/O.CON.KRIW.WW.Y.0035.000000T0000Z-191030T0000Z/
South Lincoln County-
Including the cities of Kemmerer and Cokeville
127 PM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Light Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to one 
  inch. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Southern Lincoln County.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM MDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. The 
  cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures will reach 10 to 15 degrees 
  today before falling to 15 to 20 degrees below zero overnight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/riw
860 
WWUS45 KRIW 292349
WSWRIW

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Riverton WY
549 PM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...Light snow, gusty winds and frigid temperatures will continue
across southern Wyoming Tuesday...

.Bitter cold temperatures have settled across the area. Winds 
will remain gusty over some areas into Wednesday morning, leading
to dangerously low wind chills.

WYZ030-301200-
/O.EXP.KRIW.WS.W.0012.000000T0000Z-191030T0000Z/
/O.CON.KRIW.WC.W.0002.191030T0000Z-191030T1200Z/
East Sweetwater County-
Including the city of Wamsutter
549 PM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT
WEDNESDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 6 PM MDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as 
  low as 30 below zero.

* WHERE...East Sweetwater County.

* WHEN...Through 6 AM Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite
  on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

&&

$$

WYZ028-029-301200-
/O.EXP.KRIW.WW.Y.0035.000000T0000Z-191030T0000Z/
/O.CON.KRIW.WC.W.0002.191030T0000Z-191030T1200Z/
Rock Springs and Green River-Flaming Gorge-
Including the cities of Rock Springs and Green River
549 PM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT
WEDNESDAY...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 6 PM MDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as 
  low as 30 below zero.

* WHERE...Rock Springs and Green River and Flaming Gorge.

* WHEN...Through 6 AM Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...The cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed
  skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

&&

$$

WYZ018-019-300100-
/O.EXP.KRIW.WW.Y.0035.000000T0000Z-191030T0000Z/
Lander Foothills-Green Mountains and Rattlesnake Range-
Including the cities of Lander and Jeffrey City
549 PM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 6 PM MDT THIS EVENING...


$$

WYZ027-300100-
/O.EXP.KRIW.WW.Y.0035.000000T0000Z-191030T0000Z/
South Lincoln County-
Including the cities of Kemmerer and Cokeville
549 PM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 6 PM MDT THIS EVENING...

$$

WYZ020-301200-
/O.CON.KRIW.WC.W.0002.191030T0900Z-191030T1600Z/
Natrona County Lower Elevations-
Including the city of Casper
549 PM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 10 AM MDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as 
  low as 30 below zero.

* WHERE...Natrona County Lower Elevations.

* WHEN...From 3 AM to 10 AM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures around 10 degrees below zero 
  expected tonight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/riw
278 
WWUS45 KRIW 301041
WSWRIW

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Riverton WY
441 AM MDT Wed Oct 30 2019

...Gusty winds and frigid temperatures will continue across 
southern Wyoming this morning...

.Bitter cold temperatures have settled across the area. Winds
will remain gusty over some areas for the next several hours, 
leading to dangerously low wind chills.

WYZ028>030-301200-
/O.CON.KRIW.WC.W.0002.000000T0000Z-191030T1200Z/
Rock Springs and Green River-Flaming Gorge-East Sweetwater County-
Including the cities of Rock Springs, Green River, and Wamsutter
441 AM MDT Wed Oct 30 2019

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT EARLY THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as 
  low as 30 below zero.

* WHERE...East Sweetwater County.

* WHEN...Through 6 AM Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

WYZ020-301600-
/O.CON.KRIW.WC.W.0002.000000T0000Z-191030T1600Z/
Natrona County Lower Elevations-
Including the city of Casper
441 AM MDT Wed Oct 30 2019

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM MDT THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as 
  low as 30 below zero.

* WHERE...Natrona County Lower Elevations.

* WHEN...From 3 AM to 10 AM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/riw
550 
WWUS45 KRIW 301555
WSWRIW

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Riverton WY
955 AM MDT Wed Oct 30 2019

...Bitter Cold Temperatures and Brisk Winds Today...

.The combination of bitter cold temperatures and wind speeds of 
10 to 20 mph made for wind chill readings of 15 below to 25 below
zero this morning. These readings will moderate slightly by
afternoon with wind chills of 5 below to 5 above zero expected.

WYZ020-301700-
/O.EXP.KRIW.WC.W.0002.000000T0000Z-191030T1600Z/
Natrona County Lower Elevations-
Including the city of Casper
955 AM MDT Wed Oct 30 2019

...WIND CHILL WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 10 AM MDT THIS MORNING...

Temperatures have risen above zero by mid-morning at most
locations in Natrona County. While wind chill readings will only
slow rise to 5 below to 5 above zero, the dangerous readings
around 30 below zero are no longer expected. Therefore, the wind
chill warning will expire at 10 AM.

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/riw

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this wind chill 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 wind chill warning went out at Oct 29, 4:16 AM MDT, 1 hour 29 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Oct 29, 4:16 AM MDT, 1 hour 29 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Riverton WY
416 AM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

.SHORT TERM...(Today through Wednesday) Issued at 412 AM MDT Tue
Oct 29 2019

|...Accumulating snow followed by bitter cold...

The arctic cold front has worked its way down to Sweetwater
County. The strongest post frontal northeast winds now extend from
Sweetwater County northeast to South Pass and on east to Alcova
where winds are gusting from 30 to 43 mph. Along the leading edge
of the cold front, the snow appears to be heaviest where 700mb
temperatures are are favorable to support optimal dendritic
growth. As one gets farther behind the front and deeper into the
cold air where 700mb temps are likely close to or below -20C at
700mb, the snow becomes finer and drier, still effectively
lowering the visibility as the snowflakes get tossed around by the
wind. Will keep the advisories going as is, expiring from
northwest to southeast during the day today as the trough
responsible for the snow and cold front exits to the southeast.
The bulk of the snow will occur west of the Divide as the
associated closed low tracks from Idaho southeast to northwest
Colorado. However, this happens to also be a favorable track for
the Lander Foothills and the adjacent east slope of the Wind River
Mountains to receive a bulls eye of snowfall relative to
surrounding areas east of the Divide. We think up to a half a foot
of fluff is possible in Lander once the snow ends there today.
Elsewhere, mostly 2 to 4 inch snow totals are expected at the
lower elevations where advisories are in effect along with
advisory amounts of 5 to 10 inches in the mountains where we do
have advisories. Will keep the warning going for eastern
Sweetwater County to take into account the stronger winds combined
with the snow there through 00Z Wednesday. After the initial snow
band occurred with the cold front in the Wind River Basin, there
was a temporary lull from the Owl Creek Mountain shadow effect
before the snow snuck back in from the southeast. This appears to
be the result of the low forming over Idaho and its associated
circulation resulting in a light southeast steering flow. The HRRR
depicted this well. In addition, isentropic lift appears the be a
contributor to the steady light snow north of the front across
the CWA. QG forcing directly associated with the upper low and
trough is also aiding in lift. The upslope flow will deepen as the
upper low moves to Colorado to our south which will be enhanced
by the synoptic scale dynamics, as mentioned above, as it seeds
the lower upslope clouds. This will be especially true true along
the Lander Foothills and along the Wyoming Range in southwest
Wyoming. With the cold air in place today, many areas will have
high temperatures only reaching 5 to 15 degrees. Many areas today
may witness the coldest high temperatures ever recorded in the
month of October.

Tonight, once the trough exits to the southeast, skies will clear
and the bottom will fall out as far as frigid dropping
temperatures go. We could very well see the coldest temperatures
ever recorded in the state of Wyoming tonight and Wednesday
morning for the month of October. This is an extremely cold air
mass for October with 700mb temperatures as cold as -25C. By
Wednesday morning, a flat positively tilted ridge moves into the
area from the west, resulting in relative warm air advection from
the west northwest. This is a favorable pattern for strong
nocturnal basin and valley inversions as well as fog development,
although we lack a large wedge of much drier air above the
inversion needed to support widespread fog. In addition, the lower
air mass will be fairly dry. However, we still have relatively
warm rivers and lakes that have not frozen yet which can
contribute to local patchy fog for later tonight and Wednesday
morning. Wind chills will be as cold as 25 to 35 below in
Sweetwater County tonight as it will take longer for the east
northeast winds to diminish there. We will be issuing a wind chill
warning valid from 00Z – 12Z Wednesday for Sweetwater County
which will go into effect as soon as the winter weather advisories
and warning expire.

Wednesday will see bright sunshine along with a slight recovery in
temperatures, but still very cold for this time of year with highs
10 to 20 in most areas along with some valley and basin inversions
holding strong.

.LONG TERM...(Wednesday night through Monday)
Issued at 412 AM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

By Wednesday night, the core of the surface high will be to the
south across CO. Some of the cold core will still be affecting
southern WY, with areas south of the Divide again falling below
zero. Temperatures east of the Divide will be relatively balmy,
only falling to 5 to 10 degrees above zero. Thursday will see the
effects of the next approaching clipper system. High temperatures
will recover to the lower to middle 30s during the afternoon. This
will depend on how much westerly wind develops ahead of the
clipper and how much snow cover erodes during the afternoon.
Models have been faster and a little further south, so have
slightly increased the chances for light showers for the far
northern areas of WY, including the Big Horn Mountains. This
should pass quickly to the east by Friday morning, with highs
again in the mid to upper 30s. General northwest flow aloft
continues over the weekend, which will keep the coldest air away
from the region and allow further improvement in WY temperatures,
with highs near 40 Saturday and into the mid 40s Sunday. This
still is somewhat below normal for this time of year. Another weak
clipper sweeps into the northern Plains Sunday, with another
brief minor chance for a shower for the Big Horn Mtns.

&&

.AVIATION...(For the 12Z TAFS through 12Z Wednesday morning)
Issued at 412 AM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

In northern WY, scattered light snow will end by 18Z. The main
snow will occur along and south of a KJAC-KRIW-KCPR line through
Wednesday afternoon. Snow will be decreasing after 00Z Wed in the
central and south and ending around 06Z Wednesday. Expect a gusty
wind in the north and central through 15Z. The strongest wind will
occur in southern WY later tonight and Wednesday with a northeast
wind of 25 to 35 knots through 00Z, then slowly decrease. MVFR
conditions with areas of IFR will occur in the north overnight.
Then after 15Z, VFR with areas of MVFR conditions will occur
through 00Z Wed. MVFR conditions will be common in the central and
south overnight and Wed with areas of IFR conditions. Conditions
will improve in the central and south to VFR with areas of MVFR
after 00Z Wed.

&&

.FIRE WEATHER...
Issued AT 412 AM MDT Tue Oct 29 2019

Focus remains on the arrival of very cold air into WY with the
current cold front. Winds will continue from the north today, with
areas east of the Divide generally 15 to 20 mph, while south of
the divide, especially eastern Sweetwater County, will see winds
of 25 to 35 mph with higher gusts. The center of high pressure
moves in tonight, bringing much lighter winds to the state, and
allowing temps to fall well below zero. A slow moderating trend
will start Thursday, with temperatures back in the 40s for the
weekend.

&&

.RIW WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
Winter Storm Warning until 6 PM MDT this evening for WYZ030.

Wind Chill Warning from 6 PM this evening to 6 AM MDT Wednesday
for WYZ028>030.

Winter Weather Advisory until 6 PM MDT this evening for
WYZ017>019-026>029.

Winter Weather Advisory until noon MDT today for WYZ012-013.

Winter Weather Advisory until 9 AM MDT this morning for WYZ003-
010.

Winter Weather Advisory until 3 PM MDT this afternoon for
WYZ023>025.

&&

SHORT TERM...Lipson
LONG TERM...Straub
AVIATION...Ross
FIRE WEATHER...Straub
Hazardous weather outlook, Oct 28, 1:48 PM MDT, 15 hours 57 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Riverton WY
148 PM MDT Mon Oct 28 2019

WYZ001>020-022>030-292000-
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-
148 PM MDT Mon Oct 28 2019

...Multiple Winter Weather Advisories this Afternoon through
Tuesday...

...A Winter Storm Warning has been issued for Eastern Sweetwater
County from midnight tonight through Tuesday afternoon...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for Western and Central
Wyoming.

.DAY ONE...This afternoon and Tonight.

An arctic front will move through tonight, bringing gusty winds
and light snow. This could bring patchy blowing and drifting snow
on roadways across the state.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Tuesday through Sunday.

Though snow totals will be on the low side, a combination of
snowfall, strong gusty winds, and extremely low negative wind
chills are expected across eastern Sweetwater County Tuesday
morning. Thus, a Winter Storm Warning has been issued.

The arctic front will bring very cold temperatures across the
state Tuesday and Wednesday. Highs Tuesday and Wednesday will
struggle to reach 20 degrees, while lows Tuesday night will fall
below zero for all areas.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather
conditions according to standard operating procedures.

Nearby

Wind Chill Warnings in Wyoming, 2019Every wind chill warning in 2019

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.