Alert archive / Wyoming / Blizzard Warnings in 2020
Blizzard Warning 4, NWS Cheyenne, WY
NWS Cheyenne, WY issued this blizzard warning at Feb 7, 2020, 6:05 PM MST for Albany County, Carbon County, Laramie County, Wyoming. It took effect at Feb 7, 2020, 11:00 PM MST. It was in force for 9 hr. 8 reports came from inside the area while it was in force.
The area
The counties it named, with what was reported inside it.
The facts
- Issued
- Feb 7, 2020, 6:05 PM MST (01:05 UTC)
- In effect from
- Feb 7, 2020, 11:00 PM MST
- Expired
- Feb 8, 2020, 8:14 AM MST
- In force
- 9 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Cheyenne, WY
Counties Albany County, WY, Carbon County, WY, Laramie County, WY
The radar
The Cheyenne radar (KCYS), 93 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 01:09 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.
Open the radar archive at this moment
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What was reported inside it
| Time | Report | Where | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 8, 7:00 AM MST | SNOW 0.5 | 1 N Laramie, WY | COCORAHS STATION WY-AB-177 LARAMIE 0.8 N. |
| Feb 8, 7:00 AM MST | SNOW 0.5 | 2 N Laramie, WY | COCORAHS STATION WY-AB-45 LARAMIE 1.7 N. |
| Feb 8, 7:00 AM MST | SNOW 0.6 | Elk Mountain, WY | COCORAHS STATION WY-CR-18 ELK MOUNTAIN 0.3 SW. |
| Feb 8, 7:00 AM MST | SNOW 1 | 2 Ene Laramie, WY | COCORAHS STATION WY-AB-138 LARAMIE 1.8 ENE. |
| Feb 8, 7:00 AM MST | SNOW 1.2 | 3 Ese Laramie, WY | COCORAHS STATION WY-AB-98 LARAMIE 3.3 ESE. |
| Feb 8, 7:00 AM MST | SNOW 2 | 2 Ese Laramie, WY | COCORAHS STATION WY-AB-171 LARAMIE 2.5 ESE. |
| Feb 8, 7:00 AM MST | SNOW 2 | 3 Ese Buford, WY | CO-OP OBSERVER STATION BFDW4 BUFORD 4 SE. |
| Feb 8, 7:00 AM MST | SNOW 3.4 | 1 Nw Centennial, WY | COCORAHS STATION WY-AB-108 CENTENNIAL 1.1 NNE. |
Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.
The nearest sounding before it
Riverton, WY (KRIW), launched 00:00Z, 1.1 hours before the alert went out and 274 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
- 1142 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 97 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 256 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 352 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
358 WWUS45 KCYS 080105 WSWCYS URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Cheyenne WY 605 PM MST Fri Feb 7 2020 ...SIGNIFICANT TRAVEL IMPACTS WILL PERSIST ALONG AND WEST OF THE LARAMIE RANGE THROUGH AT LEAST SATURDAY AFTERNOON... WYZ111-080215- /O.CAN.KCYS.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-200208T1200Z/ Southwest Carbon County- Including the city of Baggs 605 PM MST Fri Feb 7 2020 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... Snow has become very light across southwestern Carbon County this evening and significant snow accumulations are no longer expected. Therefore...the winter weather advisory has been cancelled. $$ WYZ110-081200- /O.NEW.KCYS.BZ.W.0004.200208T0600Z-200209T0000Z/ /O.EXT.KCYS.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-200208T0600Z/ North Snowy Range Foothills- Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain 605 PM MST Fri Feb 7 2020 ...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST THIS EVENING... ...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 5 PM MST SATURDAY... * WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 70 mph. * WHERE...Interstate 80 Corridor to include Arlington and Elk Mountain. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 11 PM MST this evening. For the Blizzard Warning, from 11 PM this evening to 5 PM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ109-116-081200- /O.NEW.KCYS.BZ.W.0004.200208T1200Z-200209T0000Z/ /O.CON.KCYS.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-200208T1200Z/ Central Carbon County-South Laramie Range- Including the cities of Rawlins, Buford, Pumpkin Vine, and Vedauwoo 605 PM MST Fri Feb 7 2020 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST SATURDAY... ...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 5 PM MST SATURDAY... * WHAT...For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of up to one inch. Dense freezing fog this evening over the Interstate 80 Summit before strong winds begin later this evening. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph. For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Central Carbon County east of Rawlins to include the Interstate 80 Corridor from mile markers 222 to 235. description here * WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, from 5 AM to 5 PM MST Saturday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 5 AM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could cause tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. 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. && $$ WYZ112-114-081200- /O.CON.KCYS.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-200208T1200Z/ Sierra Madre Range-Snowy Range- Including the cities of Centennial and Albany 605 PM MST Fri Feb 7 2020 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow. Additional snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches, with locally higher amounts possible on northwest facing slopes above 9000 feet. Wind gusts up to 50 MPH. * WHERE...Snowy and Sierra Madre Mountain Ranges. * WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Mountain travel will be extremely difficult or impossible due to icy, snow covered roads and near zero visibilities in falling and blowing snow. Outdoor recreation will be life threatening to those not prepared for severe winter conditions. Hikers and snowmobilers can easily become disoriented and lost. Frostbite and hypothermia can set in quickly. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ113-081200- /O.CON.KCYS.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-200208T1200Z/ Upper North Platte River Basin- Including the cities of Saratoga and Encampment 605 PM MST Fri Feb 7 2020 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 6 inches. Wind gusts up to 40 mph. * WHERE...Upper North Platte River Basin including Saratoga and Encampment. * WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult or impossible due to icy, snow packed roads and near zero visibilities in falling and blowing snow. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ115-081200- /O.CON.KCYS.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-200208T1200Z/ Laramie Valley- Including the cities of Bosler and Laramie 605 PM MST Fri Feb 7 2020 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. Wind gusts up to 40 MPH. * WHERE...Laramie Valley including Laramie and Bosler. * WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult due to icy, snow covered roads and periods of low visibility in falling and blowing snow. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ117-081200- /O.CON.KCYS.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-200208T1200Z/ South Laramie Range Foothills- Including the cities of Whitaker, Federal, and Horse Creek 605 PM MST Fri Feb 7 2020 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Occasional snow and blowing snow. Additional snow accumulations of one to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Central Carbon County, South Laramie Range and South Laramie Range Foothills. * WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult due to icy, snow covered roads and periods of low visibility in falling and blowing snow. 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. && $$
4 follow-up statements
658 WWUS45 KCYS 080545 WSWCYS URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Cheyenne WY 1045 PM MST Fri Feb 7 2020 ...SIGNIFICANT TRAVEL IMPACTS WILL PERSIST ALONG AND WEST OF THE LARAMIE RANGE THROUGH AT LEAST SATURDAY AFTERNOON... WYZ110-081200- /O.EXP.KCYS.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-200208T0600Z/ /O.CON.KCYS.BZ.W.0004.200208T0600Z-200209T0000Z/ North Snowy Range Foothills- Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain 1045 PM MST Fri Feb 7 2020 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST SATURDAY... ...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 11 PM MST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 70 mph. * WHERE...Interstate 80 Corridor to include Arlington and Elk Mountain. * WHEN...11 PM this evening to 5 PM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ109-116-081200- /O.CON.KCYS.BZ.W.0004.200208T1200Z-200209T0000Z/ /O.CON.KCYS.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-200208T1200Z/ Central Carbon County-South Laramie Range- Including the cities of Rawlins, Buford, Pumpkin Vine, and Vedauwoo 1045 PM MST Fri Feb 7 2020 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST SATURDAY... ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 5 PM MST SATURDAY... * WHAT...For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of up to one inch. Dense freezing fog this evening over the Interstate 80 Summit before strong winds begin later Saturday morning. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph. For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Central Carbon County east of Rawlins to include the Interstate 80 Corridor from mile markers 222 to 235. description here. * WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, from 5 AM to 5 PM MST Saturday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 5 AM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could cause tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. 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. && $$ WYZ112-114-081200- /O.CON.KCYS.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-200208T1200Z/ Sierra Madre Range-Snowy Range- Including the cities of Centennial and Albany 1045 PM MST Fri Feb 7 2020 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow. Additional snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches, with locally higher amounts possible on northwest facing slopes above 9000 feet. Wind gusts up to 50 MPH. * WHERE...Snowy and Sierra Madre Mountain Ranges. * WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Mountain travel will be extremely difficult or impossible due to icy, snow covered roads and near zero visibilities in falling and blowing snow. Outdoor recreation will be life threatening to those not prepared for severe winter conditions. Hikers and snowmobilers can easily become disoriented and lost. Frostbite and hypothermia can set in quickly. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ113-081200- /O.CON.KCYS.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-200208T1200Z/ Upper North Platte River Basin- Including the cities of Saratoga and Encampment 1045 PM MST Fri Feb 7 2020 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 6 inches. Wind gusts up to 40 mph. * WHERE...Upper North Platte River Basin including Saratoga and Encampment. * WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult or impossible due to icy, snow packed roads and near zero visibilities in falling and blowing snow. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ115-081200- /O.CON.KCYS.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-200208T1200Z/ Laramie Valley- Including the cities of Bosler and Laramie 1045 PM MST Fri Feb 7 2020 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. Wind gusts up to 40 MPH. * WHERE...Laramie Valley including Laramie and Bosler. * WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult due to icy, snow covered roads and periods of low visibility in falling and blowing snow. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ117-081200- /O.CON.KCYS.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-200208T1200Z/ South Laramie Range Foothills- Including the cities of Whitaker, Federal, and Horse Creek 1045 PM MST Fri Feb 7 2020 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Occasional snow and blowing snow. Additional snow accumulations of one to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Central Carbon County, South Laramie Range and South Laramie Range Foothills. * WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult due to icy, snow covered roads and periods of low visibility in falling and blowing snow. 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. && $$
499 WWUS45 KCYS 080935 WSWCYS URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Cheyenne WY 235 AM MST Sat Feb 8 2020 ...SIGNIFICANT TRAVEL IMPACTS WILL PERSIST ALONG AND WEST OF THE LARAMIE RANGE THROUGH SATURDAY AFTERNOON... WYZ109-082100- /O.CAN.KCYS.BZ.W.0004.200208T1200Z-200209T0000Z/ /O.EXT.KCYS.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-200208T2100Z/ Central Carbon County- Including the city of Rawlins 235 AM MST Sat Feb 8 2020 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Occasional snow and blowing snow. Additional snow accumulations 1 to 2 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Central Carbon County, including Rawlins. * WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ113-081045- /O.CAN.KCYS.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-200208T1200Z/ Upper North Platte River Basin- Including the cities of Saratoga and Encampment 235 AM MST Sat Feb 8 2020 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED... Steady snowfall has ended early this morning. Occasional snow showers are possible through the day, but additional snow accumulations should remain below one inch. $$ WYZ115-081045- /O.CAN.KCYS.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-200208T1200Z/ Laramie Valley- Including the cities of Bosler and Laramie 235 AM MST Sat Feb 8 2020 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... Steady snowfall has ended across the Laramie Valley. Occasional snow flurries and patchy blowing snow is possible near the Snowy Range today. $$ WYZ116-082145- /O.CON.KCYS.BZ.W.0004.200208T1200Z-200209T0000Z/ /O.CON.KCYS.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-200208T1200Z/ South Laramie Range- Including the cities of Buford, Pumpkin Vine, and Vedauwoo 235 AM MST Sat Feb 8 2020 ...BLIZZARD WARNING FOR GROUND BLIZZARD CONDITIONS REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected, mainly due to significant blowing snow. Total snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds may gust as high as 65 mph. * WHERE...The southern Laramie Range, including the I-80 Summit. * WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, from 5 AM to 5 PM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions with very low visibility near one quarter of a mile and strong wind gusts up to 65 mph. High blowoff or blowover risk for lightweight high profile vehicles including campers. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ110-082145- /O.CON.KCYS.BZ.W.0004.000000T0000Z-200209T0000Z/ North Snowy Range Foothills- Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain 235 AM MST Sat Feb 8 2020 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph. * WHERE...Interstate 80 Corridor to include Arlington and Elk Mountain. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions with very low visibility near one quarter of a mile and strong wind gusts up to 65 mph. High blowoff or blowover risk for lightweight high profile vehicles including campers. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ112-114-081200- /O.CON.KCYS.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-200208T1200Z/ Sierra Madre Range-Snowy Range- Including the cities of Centennial and Albany 235 AM MST Sat Feb 8 2020 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST EARLY THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow, ending this morning. * WHERE...Snowy and Sierra Madre Mountain Ranges. * WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Mountain travel will be extremely difficult or impossible due to icy, snow covered roads and near zero visibilities in falling and blowing snow. Outdoor recreation will be life threatening to those not prepared for severe winter conditions. Hikers and snowmobilers can easily become disoriented and lost. Frostbite and hypothermia can set in quickly. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ117-081200- /O.CON.KCYS.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-200208T1200Z/ South Laramie Range Foothills- Including the cities of Whitaker, Federal, and Horse Creek 235 AM MST Sat Feb 8 2020 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST EARLY THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Occasional snow and blowing snow. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...South Laramie Range Foothills just west of Cheyenne. * WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult due to icy, snow covered roads and periods of low visibility in falling and blowing snow. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$
253 WWUS45 KCYS 081138 WSWCYS URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Cheyenne WY 438 AM MST Sat Feb 8 2020 ...SIGNIFICANT TRAVEL IMPACTS WILL PERSIST ALONG AND WEST OF THE LARAMIE RANGE THROUGH SATURDAY AFTERNOON... WYZ112-114-081245- /O.EXP.KCYS.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-200208T1200Z/ Sierra Madre Range-Snowy Range- Including the cities of Centennial and Albany 438 AM MST Sat Feb 8 2020 ...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 5 AM MST EARLY THIS MORNING... Most of the steady heavy snowfall has come to an end early this morning across the higher mountain ranges of southeast Wyoming. Scattered snow showers are expected for the rest of the morning and into early this afternoon with additional snow accumulations of an inch or so. More snow is possible late this afternoon and into tonight. $$ WYZ116-082330- /O.EXP.KCYS.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-200208T1200Z/ /O.CON.KCYS.BZ.W.0004.200208T1200Z-200209T0000Z/ South Laramie Range- Including the cities of Buford, Pumpkin Vine, and Vedauwoo 438 AM MST Sat Feb 8 2020 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...The southern Laramie Range, including the I-80 Summit. * WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, from 5 AM to 5 PM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could cause tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ117-081245- /O.EXP.KCYS.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-200208T1200Z/ South Laramie Range Foothills- Including the cities of Whitaker, Federal, and Horse Creek 438 AM MST Sat Feb 8 2020 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 5 AM MST EARLY THIS MORNING... Light snow has ended early this morning with no additional snow accumulations expected this morning. Another band of snow is possible this evening as the next cold front moves southeast across the area this afternoon. $$ WYZ110-082330- /O.CON.KCYS.BZ.W.0004.000000T0000Z-200209T0000Z/ North Snowy Range Foothills- Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain 438 AM MST Sat Feb 8 2020 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph. * WHERE...Interstate 80 Corridor to include Arlington and Elk Mountain. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions with very low visibility near one quarter of a mile and strong wind gusts up to 65 mph. High blowoff or blowover risk for lightweight high profile vehicles including campers. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ109-082100- /O.CON.KCYS.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-200208T2100Z/ Central Carbon County- Including the city of Rawlins 438 AM MST Sat Feb 8 2020 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Occasional snow and blowing snow. Additional snow accumulations 1 to 2 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Central Carbon County, including Rawlins. * WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 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. && $$
705 WWUS45 KCYS 081514 WSWCYS URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Cheyenne WY 814 AM MST Sat Feb 8 2020 ...TRAVEL IMPACTS WILL CONTINUE ALONG AND WEST OF THE LARAMIE RANGE THROUGH THIS AFTERNOON... WYZ110-090000- /O.CAN.KCYS.BZ.W.0004.000000T0000Z-200209T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KCYS.WS.W.0005.200208T1514Z-200209T0000Z/ North Snowy Range Foothills- Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain 814 AM MST Sat Feb 8 2020 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON... ...BLIZZARD WARNING IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. * WHERE...North Snowy Range Foothills including Arlington and Elk Mountain. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ WYZ116-090000- /O.CAN.KCYS.BZ.W.0004.000000T0000Z-200209T0000Z/ /O.EXB.KCYS.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-200209T0000Z/ South Laramie Range- Including the cities of Buford, Pumpkin Vine, and Vedauwoo 814 AM MST Sat Feb 8 2020 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON... ...BLIZZARD WARNING IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...South Laramie Range including Vedauwoo and the Interstate 80 Summit. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 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. && $$ WYZ109-082100- /O.CON.KCYS.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-200208T2100Z/ Central Carbon County- Including the city of Rawlins 814 AM MST Sat Feb 8 2020 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Central Carbon County including Rawlins. * WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$
The office that day
Everything else NWS Cheyenne, WY issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 7, 6:09 PM MST | High Wind Warning | CYS | Albany, Laramie, Platte | 23 hr |
| Feb 8, 8:14 AM MST | Winter Storm Warning | CYS | Albany, Carbon | 3 hr |
| Feb 8, 4:30 PM MST | Snow Squall Warning | CYS | Albany, Carbon, Laramie, Platte | 45 min |
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Blizzard Warnings in Wyoming, 2020Every blizzard warning in 2020
Sources
The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.