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Winter Storm Warning 12, NWS Denver/Boulder, CO

December 25, 2021Grand County, Jackson County, Colorado

NWS Denver/Boulder, CO issued this winter storm warning at Dec 25, 2021, 1:48 PM MST for Grand County, Jackson County, Colorado. It took effect at Dec 26, 2021, 2:00 AM MST. It was in force for 54 hr. 26 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
Dec 25, 2021, 1:48 PM MST (20:48 UTC)
In effect from
Dec 26, 2021, 2:00 AM MST
Expired
Dec 28, 2021, 8:00 AM MST
In force
54 hr
Issued by
NWS Denver/Boulder, CO

Counties Grand County, CO, Jackson County, CO

The radar

The Cheyenne radar (KCYS), 147 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 20:50 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.

What was reported inside it

TimeReportWhereRemark
Dec 26, 1:35 PM MSTHEAVY SNOW 2.51 Se Kremmling, COSNOW SQUALL. VISIBILITY DROPPED TO ONE QUARTER MILE FOR 20 MINUTES. METAR PEAK WIND GUSTS OF 46 MPH.
Dec 26, 6:30 PM MSTSNOW 1.31 Nnw Berthoud Pass, COBERTHOUD SUMMIT SNOTEL SNOWFALL BETWEEN 12 AM 12/26/2021 AND 5 PM 12/26/2021 ESTIMATED USING A 13.5 TO 1 SNOW-TO-LIQUID RATIO
Dec 26, 6:30 PM MSTSNOW 2.710 Nne Silverthorne, COMIDDLE FORK CAMP SNOTEL SNOWFALL BETWEEN 12 AM 12/26/2021 AND 5 PM 12/26/2021 ESTIMATED USING A 13.5 TO 1 SNOW-TO-LIQUID RATIO
Dec 26, 6:30 PM MSTSNOW 2.711 S Rabbit Ears Pass, COBUFFALO PARK SNOTEL SNOWFALL BETWEEN 12 AM 12/26/2021 AND 5 PM 12/26/2021 ESTIMATED USING A 13.5 TO 1 SNOW-TO-LIQUID RATIO
Dec 26, 6:30 PM MSTSNOW 2.75 Ssw Glendevey, CORAWAH SNOTEL SNOWFALL BETWEEN 12 AM 12/26/2021 AND 5 PM 12/26/2021 ESTIMATED USING A 13.5 TO 1 SNOW-TO-LIQUID RATIO
Dec 26, 6:30 PM MSTSNOW 45 Wsw Grand Lake, COSTILLWATER CREEK SNOTEL SNOWFALL BETWEEN 12 AM 12/26/2021 AND 5 PM 12/26/2021 ESTIMATED USING A 13.5 TO 1 SNOW-TO-LIQUID RATIO
Dec 26, 6:30 PM MSTSNOW 5.46 W Arapahoe Peak, COHIGH LONESOME SNOTEL SNOWFALL BETWEEN 12 AM 12/26/2021 AND 5 PM 12/26/2021 ESTIMATED USING A 13.5 TO 1 SNOW-TO-LIQUID RATIO
Dec 26, 6:30 PM MSTSNOW 5.48 Sse Rand, COWILLOW CREEK PASS SNOTEL SNOWFALL BETWEEN 12 AM 12/26/2021 AND 5 PM 12/26/2021 ESTIMATED USING A 13.5 TO 1 SNOW-TO-LIQUID RATIO
Dec 26, 6:30 PM MSTSNOW 5.49 Sse Spicer, COARAPAHO RIDGE SNOTEL SNOWFALL BETWEEN 12 AM 12/26/2021 AND 5 PM 12/26/2021 ESTIMATED USING A 13.5 TO 1 SNOW-TO-LIQUID RATIO
Dec 26, 6:30 PM MSTHEAVY SNOW 8.14 Se Mount Zirkel, COZIRKEL SNOTEL SNOWFALL BETWEEN 12 AM 12/26/2021 AND 5 PM 12/26/2021 ESTIMATED USING A 13.5 TO 1 SNOW-TO-LIQUID RATIO
Dec 26, 6:30 PM MSTHEAVY SNOW 8.19 Sse Gould, CONEVER SUMMER SNOTEL SNOWFALL BETWEEN 12 AM 12/26/2021 AND 5 PM 12/26/2021 ESTIMATED USING A 13.5 TO 1 SNOW-TO-LIQUID RATIO
Dec 27, 4:37 AM MSTSNOW 35 Ssw Glendevey, CORAWAH SNOTEL SNOWFALL BETWEEN 5 AM 12/26/2021 AND 2 AM 12/27/2021 ESTIMATED USING A 15.0 TO 1 SNOW-TO-LIQUID RATIO
Dec 27, 4:37 AM MSTSNOW 4.511 S Rabbit Ears Pass, COBUFFALO PARK SNOTEL SNOWFALL BETWEEN 5 AM 12/26/2021 AND 2 AM 12/27/2021 ESTIMATED USING A 15.0 TO 1 SNOW-TO-LIQUID RATIO
Dec 27, 4:37 AM MSTSNOW 4.51 Nnw Berthoud Pass, COBERTHOUD SUMMIT SNOTEL SNOWFALL BETWEEN 5 AM 12/26/2021 AND 2 AM 12/27/2021 ESTIMATED USING A 15.0 TO 1 SNOW-TO-LIQUID RATIO
Dec 27, 4:37 AM MSTSNOW 4.55 W Berthoud Falls, COJONES PASS SNOTEL SNOWFALL BETWEEN 5 AM 12/26/2021 AND 2 AM 12/27/2021 ESTIMATED USING A 15.0 TO 1 SNOW-TO-LIQUID RATIO
Dec 27, 4:37 AM MSTSNOW 4.55 Wsw Grand Lake, COSTILLWATER CREEK SNOTEL SNOWFALL BETWEEN 5 AM 12/26/2021 AND 2 AM 12/27/2021 ESTIMATED USING A 15.0 TO 1 SNOW-TO-LIQUID RATIO
Dec 27, 4:37 AM MSTSNOW 4.55 Wsw Winter Park, COFOOL CREEK SNOTEL SNOWFALL BETWEEN 5 AM 12/26/2021 AND 2 AM 12/27/2021 ESTIMATED USING A 15.0 TO 1 SNOW-TO-LIQUID RATIO
Dec 27, 4:37 AM MSTSNOW 4.58 Sse Cameron Pass, COPHANTOM VALLEY SNOTEL SNOWFALL BETWEEN 5 AM 12/26/2021 AND 2 AM 12/27/2021 ESTIMATED USING A 15.0 TO 1 SNOW-TO-LIQUID RATIO
Dec 27, 4:37 AM MSTSNOW 4.58 Sse Rand, COWILLOW CREEK PASS SNOTEL SNOWFALL BETWEEN 5 AM 12/26/2021 AND 2 AM 12/27/2021 ESTIMATED USING A 15.0 TO 1 SNOW-TO-LIQUID RATIO
Dec 27, 4:37 AM MSTHEAVY SNOW 610 Nne Silverthorne, COMIDDLE FORK CAMP SNOTEL SNOWFALL BETWEEN 5 AM 12/26/2021 AND 2 AM 12/27/2021 ESTIMATED USING A 15.0 TO 1 SNOW-TO-LIQUID RATIO
Dec 27, 4:37 AM MSTHEAVY SNOW 7.56 W Arapahoe Peak, COHIGH LONESOME SNOTEL SNOWFALL BETWEEN 5 AM 12/26/2021 AND 2 AM 12/27/2021 ESTIMATED USING A 15.0 TO 1 SNOW-TO-LIQUID RATIO
Dec 27, 4:37 AM MSTHEAVY SNOW 7.59 Sse Spicer, COARAPAHO RIDGE SNOTEL SNOWFALL BETWEEN 5 AM 12/26/2021 AND 2 AM 12/27/2021 ESTIMATED USING A 15.0 TO 1 SNOW-TO-LIQUID RATIO
Dec 27, 4:37 AM MSTHEAVY SNOW 91 Nne Rabbit Ears Pass, COCOLUMBINE SNOTEL SNOWFALL BETWEEN 5 AM 12/26/2021 AND 2 AM 12/27/2021 ESTIMATED USING A 15.0 TO 1 SNOW-TO-LIQUID RATIO
Dec 27, 4:37 AM MSTHEAVY SNOW 10.57 Sse Cameron Pass, COLAKE IRENE SNOTEL SNOWFALL BETWEEN 5 AM 12/26/2021 AND 2 AM 12/27/2021 ESTIMATED USING A 15.0 TO 1 SNOW-TO-LIQUID RATIO
Dec 27, 4:37 AM MSTHEAVY SNOW 124 Se Mount Zirkel, COZIRKEL SNOTEL SNOWFALL BETWEEN 5 AM 12/26/2021 AND 2 AM 12/27/2021 ESTIMATED USING A 15.0 TO 1 SNOW-TO-LIQUID RATIO
Dec 27, 4:37 AM MSTHEAVY SNOW 129 Sse Gould, CONEVER SUMMER SNOTEL SNOWFALL BETWEEN 5 AM 12/26/2021 AND 2 AM 12/27/2021 ESTIMATED USING A 15.0 TO 1 SNOW-TO-LIQUID RATIO

Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.

The nearest sounding before it

Grand Junction, CO (KGJT), launched 12:00Z, 8.8 hours before the alert went out and 239 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, Grand Junction, CO at 12:00Z on 2021-12-25Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 1 joules per kilogram.LCLLFCEL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km-30°-20°-10°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Grand Junction, CO at 12:00Z on 2021-12-25The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 295 square meters per square second.1939587897117136156Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
1 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
-87 J/kg
Mixed-layer LCL
1359 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
90 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
295 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
355 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

320 
WWUS45 KBOU 252048
WSWBOU

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Denver CO
148 PM MST Sat Dec 25 2021

COZ031-260700-
/O.UPG.KBOU.WS.A.0009.211226T0900Z-211227T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KBOU.WS.W.0012.211226T0900Z-211227T1200Z/
West Jackson and West Grand Counties Above 9000 Feet-
Including the cities of Mt Zirkel
148 PM MST Sat Dec 25 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM SUNDAY TO 5 AM MST 
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 7 and 14 
  inches, with higher amounts north of Rabbit Ears Pass. Winds 
  gusting between 40 and 60 mph creating near blizzard conditions.

* WHERE...Rabbit Ears Pass.

* WHEN...Snow and winds will increase Sunday morning and snow will 
  be heavy at times during the day. The snow will diminish Sunday 
  night, but it will still be windy with extensive blowing and 
  drifting snow.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible, especially 
  during the day Sunday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Consider avoiding travel over Rabbit Ears Pass on Sunday. If you do 
travel, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm 
kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster 
cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take 
water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you 
survive in case you become stranded. The latest road conditions for 
Colorado can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or by going to 
www.cotrip.org.

&&

$$

COZ033-034-260700-
/O.UPG.KBOU.WS.A.0009.211226T0900Z-211227T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KBOU.WW.Y.0036.211226T1200Z-211227T1200Z/
South and East Jackson/Larimer/North and Northeast
Grand/Northwest Boulder Counties Above 9000 Feet-South and
Southeast Grand/West Central and Southwest Boulder/Gilpin/Clear
Creek/Summit/North and West Park Counties Above 9000 Feet-
Including the cities of East Slopes Mosquito Range, Indian Peaks,
Eisenhower Tunnel, Rocky Mountain National Park, East Slopes
Southern Gore Range, Mount Evans, Laramie and Medicine Bow
Mountains, Cameron Pass, Breckenridge, Kenosha Mountains, Winter
Park, Williams Fork Mountains, Willow Creek Pass, Rabbit Ears
Range, and Berthoud Pass
148 PM MST Sat Dec 25 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM SUNDAY TO 5 AM MST 
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Additional snow accumulations of 4 to 8 
  inches. Wind gusts of 30 to 50 mph will be common, with gusts as 
  high as 70 mph above timberline in the Front Range.

* WHERE...Rocky Mountain National Park and the Medicine Bow Range, 
  and The Mountains of Summit County, the Mosquito Range, and the 
  Indian Peaks.

* WHEN...Snow and wind will increase Sunday morning and snow may be 
  heavy at times during the day. The snow will diminish overnight 
  Sunday night, but it will remain windy with extensive blowing and 
  drifting snow over higher areas.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult, with intermittent road 
  closures possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Consider altering your travel plans to avoid travel during the day 
Sunday. Heavy snowfall is expected to make travel difficult. If you 
do travel, carry extra food, water and fuel along with warm 
clothing. Be prepared for slow travel and possible road closures. 
The latest road conditions for Colorado can be obtained by calling 5 
1 1 or by going to www.cotrip.org


&&

$$

COZ030-032-260700-
/O.NEW.KBOU.WW.Y.0036.211226T1200Z-211227T0000Z/
Jackson County Below 9000 Feet-Grand and Summit Counties Below
9000 Feet-
Including the cities of Rand, Granby, North Park, Hot Sulphur
Springs, Dillon, Kremmling, Fraser, Grand Lake, Walden, Gould,
and Spicer
148 PM MST Sat Dec 25 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 5 PM MST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 4 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph producing areas of blowing 
  and drifting snow.

* WHERE...North Park, and Grand and Summit Counties Below 9000 Feet.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 5 PM MST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions along with areas of 
  poor visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for Colorado can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or by going 
to www.cotrip.org.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service, visit 
https://weather.gov/bou

Gimmestad
10 follow-up statements
044 
WWUS45 KBOU 260659
WSWBOU

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Denver CO
1159 PM MST Sat Dec 25 2021

...SIGNIFICANT TRAVEL IMPACTS EXPECTED WITH QUICK HITTING STORM 
SUNDAY...

.A fast moving storm system will bring hazardous travel conditions 
to the mountains on Sunday. Snow will develop late tonight and 
Sunday morning, and may then become heavy at times by early 
afternoon Sunday. Strong winds and considerable blowing snow will 
combine with the falling snow to produce blizzard or near blizzard 
conditions at times early to mid afternoon Sunday. Road closures 
will be possible.

Snow will decrease by late afternoon or early evening, but slick 
roads, lighter snow, and areas of blowing snow will continue through 
Sunday night.

COZ031-261500-
/O.CON.KBOU.WS.W.0012.211226T0900Z-211227T1200Z/
West Jackson and West Grand Counties Above 9000 Feet-
Including the cities of Mt Zirkel
1159 PM MST Sat Dec 25 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow. Snow accumulations between 7 
  and 14 inches, with higher amounts north of Rabbit Ears Pass. 
  Winds gusting between 45 and 65 mph creating near blizzard 
  conditions.

* WHERE...Rabbit Ears Pass.

* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible, especially 
  during the day Sunday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Consider avoiding travel over Rabbit Ears Pass on Sunday. If you do 
travel, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm 
kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster 
cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take 
water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you 
survive in case you become stranded. The latest road conditions for 
Colorado can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or by going to 
www.cotrip.org.

&&

$$

COZ030-032-261500-
/O.CON.KBOU.WW.Y.0036.211226T1200Z-211227T0000Z/
Jackson County Below 9000 Feet-Grand and Summit Counties Below
9000 Feet-
Including the cities of Rand, Granby, North Park, Hot Sulphur
Springs, Dillon, Kremmling, Fraser, Grand Lake, Walden, Gould,
and Spicer
1159 PM MST Sat Dec 25 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 5 PM MST 
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations 
  between 2 and 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph producing 
  areas of blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...North Park, and Grand and Summit Counties Below 9000 Feet.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 5 PM MST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions along with areas of 
  poor visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for Colorado can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or by going 
to www.cotrip.org.

&&

$$

COZ033-034-261500-
/O.CON.KBOU.WW.Y.0036.211226T1200Z-211227T1200Z/
South and East Jackson/Larimer/North and Northeast
Grand/Northwest Boulder Counties Above 9000 Feet-South and
Southeast Grand/West Central and Southwest Boulder/Gilpin/Clear
Creek/Summit/North and West Park Counties Above 9000 Feet-
Including the cities of East Slopes Mosquito Range, Indian Peaks,
Eisenhower Tunnel, Rocky Mountain National Park, East Slopes
Southern Gore Range, Mount Evans, Laramie and Medicine Bow
Mountains, Cameron Pass, Breckenridge, Kenosha Mountains, Winter
Park, Williams Fork Mountains, Willow Creek Pass, Rabbit Ears
Range, and Berthoud Pass
1159 PM MST Sat Dec 25 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM SUNDAY TO 5 
AM MST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Snow accumulations of 4 to 
  8 inches. Wind gusts of 40 to 55 mph will be common, with gusts in 
  excess of 70 mph above timberline.

* WHERE...Rocky Mountain National Park and the Medicine Bow Range, 
  and The Mountains of Summit County, the Mosquito Range, and the 
  Indian Peaks.

* WHEN...From 5 AM Sunday to 5 AM MST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult, with intermittent road 
  closures possible. Widespread blowing snow could significantly 
  reduce visibility with blizzard or near blizzard conditions at 
  times early to mid afternoon Sunday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Consider altering your travel plans to avoid travel during the day 
Sunday. Heavy snowfall and significant blowing snow is expected to 
make travel difficult. If you do travel, carry extra food, water and 
fuel along with warm clothing. Be prepared for slow travel and 
possible road closures. The latest road conditions for Colorado can 
be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or by going to www.cotrip.org


&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service, visit 
https://weather.gov/bou

Barjenbruch
097 
WWUS45 KBOU 261322
WSWBOU

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Denver CO
622 AM MST Sun Dec 26 2021

...SIGNIFICANT TRAVEL IMPACTS EXPECTED WITH QUICK HITTING STORM 
SUNDAY...

.A fast moving storm system will bring hazardous travel conditions 
to the mountains on Sunday. Snow will increase this morning, and 
will be heavy at times especially during the middle of the day. 
Strong winds and considerable blowing snow will combine with the 
falling snow to produce near blizzard conditions at times. Road 
closures will be possible.

Snow will decrease by late afternoon or early evening, but slick 
roads, lighter snow, and areas of blowing snow will continue through 
Sunday night.

COZ031-262200-
/O.CON.KBOU.WS.W.0012.000000T0000Z-211227T1200Z/
West Jackson and West Grand Counties Above 9000 Feet-
Including the cities of Mt Zirkel
622 AM MST Sun Dec 26 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow. Snow accumulations between 7 
  and 14 inches, with higher amounts north of Rabbit Ears Pass. 
  Winds gusting between 45 and 65 mph creating near blizzard 
  conditions.

* WHERE...Rabbit Ears Pass.

* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult at times. Road closures 
  are possible. Near blizzard conditions can be expected in exposed 
  areas.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Consider avoiding travel during the worst conditions, which will 
likely be during the middle of the day today. If you do travel, 
drive with extreme caution. Take a winter storm kit along with you, 
including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, 
shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid 
kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you 
become stranded. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1 or visit 
www.cotrip.org.

&&

$$

COZ030-032-262200-
/O.CON.KBOU.WW.Y.0036.000000T0000Z-211227T0000Z/
Jackson County Below 9000 Feet-Grand and Summit Counties Below
9000 Feet-
Including the cities of Rand, Granby, North Park, Hot Sulphur
Springs, Dillon, Kremmling, Fraser, Grand Lake, Walden, Gould,
and Spicer
622 AM MST Sun Dec 26 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS 
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations 
  between 2 and 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph producing 
  areas of blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...North Park, and Grand and Summit Counties Below 9000 Feet.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for Colorado can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or by going 
to www.cotrip.org

&&

$$

COZ033-034-262200-
/O.CON.KBOU.WW.Y.0036.000000T0000Z-211227T1200Z/
South and East Jackson/Larimer/North and Northeast
Grand/Northwest Boulder Counties Above 9000 Feet-South and
Southeast Grand/West Central and Southwest Boulder/Gilpin/Clear
Creek/Summit/North and West Park Counties Above 9000 Feet-
Including the cities of East Slopes Mosquito Range, Indian Peaks,
Eisenhower Tunnel, Rocky Mountain National Park, East Slopes
Southern Gore Range, Mount Evans, Laramie and Medicine Bow
Mountains, Cameron Pass, Breckenridge, Kenosha Mountains, Winter
Park, Williams Fork Mountains, Willow Creek Pass, Rabbit Ears
Range, and Berthoud Pass
622 AM MST Sun Dec 26 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Snow accumulations of 4 to 
  8 inches. Wind gusts of 40 to 55 mph will be common, with gusts in 
  excess of 70 mph above timberline.

* WHERE...Rocky Mountain National Park and the Medicine Bow Range, 
  and The Mountains of Summit County, the Mosquito Range, and the 
  Indian Peaks.

* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult, with intermittent road 
  closures possible. Widespread blowing snow could significantly 
  reduce visibility with near blizzard conditions at times, 
  especially this afternoon.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Consider altering your travel plans to avoid travel during the worst 
conditions, from late morning through this afternoon. If you do 
travel, carry extra food, water and fuel along with warm clothing. 
Be prepared for slow travel and possible road closures. The latest 
road conditions for Colorado can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or by 
going to www.cotrip.org.


&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service, visit 
https://weather.gov/bou

Gimmestad
733 
WWUS45 KBOU 262148
WSWBOU

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Denver CO
248 PM MST Sun Dec 26 2021

...HEAVY SNOW AND STRONG WINDS MOVING ACROSS THE NORTHERN COLORADO 
MOUNTAINS...

.A cold front moving across the mountains was bringing strong winds 
and considerable blowing snow along with a quick shot of heavy snow 
across the northern Colorado mountains this afternoon. There will be 
near blizzard conditions at times and road closures will be 
possible. The worst of the snow and winds will be past by this 
evening, though lighter snow and windy conditions will continue over 
the higher mountains overnight.

Snow will decrease by late afternoon or early evening, but slick 
roads, lighter snow, and areas of blowing snow will continue through 
Sunday night.

COZ031-270600-
/O.CON.KBOU.WS.W.0012.000000T0000Z-211227T1200Z/
West Jackson and West Grand Counties Above 9000 Feet-
Including the cities of Mt Zirkel
248 PM MST Sun Dec 26 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow. Total snow accumulations 
  between 7 and 14 inches, with higher amounts north of Rabbit Ears 
  Pass. Winds gusting between 45 and 65 mph creating near blizzard 
  conditions.

* WHERE...Rabbit Ears Pass.

* WHEN...The worst conditions will be during the afternoon, with 
  gradual improvement overnight.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult at times. Road closures 
  are possible. Near blizzard conditions can be expected in exposed 
  areas.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Consider avoiding travel over Rabbit Ears Pass, at least until 
conditions improve later this evening or until tomorrow if possible. 
If you do travel, drive with extreme caution. Take a winter storm 
kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster 
cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take 
water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you 
survive in case you become stranded. For the latest road conditions 
and closure information, call 5 1 1 or visit www.cotrip.org.

&&

$$

COZ030-032-270000-
/O.CON.KBOU.WW.Y.0036.000000T0000Z-211227T0000Z/
Jackson County Below 9000 Feet-Grand and Summit Counties Below
9000 Feet-
Including the cities of Rand, Granby, North Park, Hot Sulphur
Springs, Dillon, Kremmling, Fraser, Grand Lake, Walden, Gould,
and Spicer
248 PM MST Sun Dec 26 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS 
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations 
  between 2 and 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph producing 
  areas of blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...North Park, and Grand and Summit Counties Below 9000 Feet.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for Colorado can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or by going 
to www.cotrip.org

&&

$$

COZ033-034-270600-
/O.CON.KBOU.WW.Y.0036.000000T0000Z-211227T1200Z/
South and East Jackson/Larimer/North and Northeast
Grand/Northwest Boulder Counties Above 9000 Feet-South and
Southeast Grand/West Central and Southwest Boulder/Gilpin/Clear
Creek/Summit/North and West Park Counties Above 9000 Feet-
Including the cities of East Slopes Mosquito Range, Indian Peaks,
Eisenhower Tunnel, Rocky Mountain National Park, East Slopes
Southern Gore Range, Mount Evans, Laramie and Medicine Bow
Mountains, Cameron Pass, Breckenridge, Kenosha Mountains, Winter
Park, Williams Fork Mountains, Willow Creek Pass, Rabbit Ears
Range, and Berthoud Pass
248 PM MST Sun Dec 26 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 
  4 to 8 inches. Wind gusts of 40 to 55 mph will be common, with 
  gusts in excess of 70 mph above timberline.

* WHERE...Rocky Mountain National Park and the Medicine Bow Range, 
  and The Mountains of Summit County, the Mosquito Range, and the 
  Indian Peaks.

* WHEN...The worst conditions will be this afternoon, with gradual 
  improvement overnight.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult, with intermittent road 
  closures possible. Widespread blowing snow could significantly 
  reduce visibility with near blizzard conditions at times, 
  especially this afternoon.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Consider delaying travel until the worst conditions have passed 
later this evening, or tomorrow morning if possible. If you do 
travel, carry extra food, water and fuel along with warm clothing. 
Be prepared for slow travel and possible road closures. The latest 
road conditions and closure information for Colorado can be obtained 
by calling 5 1 1 or by going to www.cotrip.org.


&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service, visit 
https://weather.gov/bou

Gimmestad
733 
WWUS45 KBOU 270010
WSWBOU

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Denver CO
510 PM MST Sun Dec 26 2021

COZ030-032-270115-
/O.EXP.KBOU.WW.Y.0036.000000T0000Z-211227T0000Z/
Jackson County Below 9000 Feet-Grand and Summit Counties Below
9000 Feet-
Including the cities of Rand, Granby, North Park, Hot Sulphur
Springs, Dillon, Kremmling, Fraser, Grand Lake, Walden, Gould,
and Spicer
510 PM MST Sun Dec 26 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...

The heaviest snow has moved out of the area. Light snow showers and 
blowing snow will continue overnight with accumulations less than an 
inch possible.

$$

COZ031-271200-
/O.CON.KBOU.WS.W.0012.000000T0000Z-211227T1200Z/
West Jackson and West Grand Counties Above 9000 Feet-
Including the cities of Mt Zirkel
510 PM MST Sun Dec 26 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow. Total snow accumulations 
  between 7 and 14 inches, with higher amounts north of Rabbit Ears 
  Pass. Winds gusting between 45 and 65 mph creating near blizzard 
  conditions.

* WHERE...Rabbit Ears Pass.

* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult at times. Road closures 
  are possible. Near blizzard conditions can be expected in exposed 
  areas.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely 
necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter 
storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, 
booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. 
Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help 
you survive in case you become stranded. The latest road conditions 
for Colorado can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or by going to 
www.cotrip.org

&&

$$

COZ033-034-271200-
/O.CON.KBOU.WW.Y.0036.000000T0000Z-211227T1200Z/
South and East Jackson/Larimer/North and Northeast
Grand/Northwest Boulder Counties Above 9000 Feet-South and
Southeast Grand/West Central and Southwest Boulder/Gilpin/Clear
Creek/Summit/North and West Park Counties Above 9000 Feet-
Including the cities of East Slopes Mosquito Range, Indian Peaks,
Eisenhower Tunnel, Rocky Mountain National Park, East Slopes
Southern Gore Range, Mount Evans, Laramie and Medicine Bow
Mountains, Cameron Pass, Breckenridge, Kenosha Mountains, Winter
Park, Williams Fork Mountains, Willow Creek Pass, Rabbit Ears
Range, and Berthoud Pass
510 PM MST Sun Dec 26 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 
  4 to 8 inches. Wind gusts of 40 to 55 mph will be common, with 
  gusts in excess of 70 mph above timberline.

* WHERE...Rocky Mountain National Park and the Medicine Bow Range, 
  and The Mountains of Summit County, the Mosquito Range, and the 
  Indian Peaks.

* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult, with intermittent road 
  closures possible. Widespread blowing snow could significantly 
  reduce visibility through Monday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for Colorado can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or by going 
to www.cotrip.org

Consider altering your travel plans. Heavy snowfall is expected to 
make travel very difficult to impossible. If you do travel, consider 
taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as 
tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra 
clothing.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service, visit 
https://weather.gov/bou

Hiris
710 
WWUS45 KBOU 270520
WSWBOU

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Denver CO
1020 PM MST Sun Dec 26 2021

COZ031-271200-
/O.CON.KBOU.WS.W.0012.000000T0000Z-211227T1200Z/
West Jackson and West Grand Counties Above 9000 Feet-
Including the cities of Mt Zirkel
1020 PM MST Sun Dec 26 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Total snow accumulations between 7 
  and 14 inches, with higher amounts north of Rabbit Ears Pass. 
  Winds gusting around 45 mph.

* WHERE...Rabbit Ears Pass.

* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on hazardous travel conditions due to snow covered 
  roads and poor visibility in snow and blowing snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely 
necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter 
storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, 
booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. 
Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help 
you survive in case you become stranded. The latest road conditions 
for Colorado can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or by going to 
www.cotrip.org

&&

$$

COZ033-034-271200-
/O.CON.KBOU.WW.Y.0036.000000T0000Z-211227T1200Z/
South and East Jackson/Larimer/North and Northeast
Grand/Northwest Boulder Counties Above 9000 Feet-South and
Southeast Grand/West Central and Southwest Boulder/Gilpin/Clear
Creek/Summit/North and West Park Counties Above 9000 Feet-
Including the cities of East Slopes Mosquito Range, Indian Peaks,
Eisenhower Tunnel, Rocky Mountain National Park, East Slopes
Southern Gore Range, Mount Evans, Laramie and Medicine Bow
Mountains, Cameron Pass, Breckenridge, Kenosha Mountains, Winter
Park, Williams Fork Mountains, Willow Creek Pass, Rabbit Ears
Range, and Berthoud Pass
1020 PM MST Sun Dec 26 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 
  4 to 8 inches. Wind gusts around 40 mph can be expected over some 
  of the higher passes.

* WHERE...Rocky Mountain National Park and the Medicine Bow Range, 
  and The Mountains of Summit County, the Mosquito Range, and the 
  Indian Peaks.

* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be hazardous due to snow covered roads and 
  patchy blowing snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for Colorado can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or by going 
to www.cotrip.org


&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service, visit 
https://weather.gov/bou

Barjenbruch
464 
WWUS45 KBOU 271014
WSWBOU

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Denver CO
314 AM MST Mon Dec 27 2021

...MORE SNOW FOR THE MOUNTAINS...

.Snow showers will continue off and on through the day, and then 
another round of heavier snow is expected to develop tonight.  
Mountain roads will remain snow covered and slick for a majority of 
this period, with hazardous winter travel conditions.  Areas of 
blowing and drifting snow can also be expected over the higher 
passes and above timberline.

COZ031-272300-
/O.EXT.KBOU.WS.W.0012.000000T0000Z-211228T1500Z/
West Jackson and West Grand Counties Above 9000 Feet-
Including the cities of Mt Zirkel
314 AM MST Mon Dec 27 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM MST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow, heavy at times tonight. Additional snow accumulations 
  between 6 and 14 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. Snow 
  will decrease by early Tuesday morning.

* WHERE...Rabbit Ears Pass.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM MST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on hazardous travel conditions due to snow covered 
  roads and poor visibility in snow and blowing snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely 
necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter 
storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, 
booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing, 
food, and water.  The latest road conditions for Colorado can be 
obtained by calling 5 1 1 or by going to www.cotrip.org.

&&

$$

COZ033-034-272300-
/O.EXT.KBOU.WW.Y.0036.000000T0000Z-211228T1500Z/
South and East Jackson/Larimer/North and Northeast
Grand/Northwest Boulder Counties Above 9000 Feet-South and
Southeast Grand/West Central and Southwest Boulder/Gilpin/Clear
Creek/Summit/North and West Park Counties Above 9000 Feet-
Including the cities of East Slopes Mosquito Range, Indian Peaks,
Eisenhower Tunnel, Rocky Mountain National Park, East Slopes
Southern Gore Range, Mount Evans, Laramie and Medicine Bow
Mountains, Cameron Pass, Breckenridge, Kenosha Mountains, Winter
Park, Williams Fork Mountains, Willow Creek Pass, Rabbit Ears
Range, and Berthoud Pass
314 AM MST Mon Dec 27 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM MST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow ongoing. Additional snow accumulations between 4 and 9 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph above timberline.

* WHERE...Rocky Mountain National Park and the Medicine Bow Range, 
  and The Mountains of Summit County, the Mosquito Range, and the 
  Indian Peaks.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM MST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be hazardous due to snow covered roads and 
  patchy blowing snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for Colorado can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or by going 
to www.cotrip.org.

Chain and traction laws will likely be enacted for the mountains. 

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service, visit 
https://weather.gov/bou

Barjenbruch
820 
WWUS45 KBOU 272053
WSWBOU

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Denver CO
153 PM MST Mon Dec 27 2021

...SNOW AND BLOWING SNOW FOR THE HIGHER MOUNTAINS THROUGH TONIGHT...

.Snow showers will increase by early evening, and another round of 
heavier snow is expected during the night tonight.  Mountain roads 
will remain snow covered and slick. Blowing and drifting snow can be 
expected over the higher passes and above timberline.

COZ031-280600-
/O.CON.KBOU.WS.W.0012.000000T0000Z-211228T1500Z/
West Jackson and West Grand Counties Above 9000 Feet-
Including the cities of Mt Zirkel
153 PM MST Mon Dec 27 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM MST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow will be heavy at times. Additional snow accumulations 
  between 3 and 10 inches by Tuesday morning. Winds gusting as high 
  as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Rabbit Ears Pass.

* WHEN...Snow will increase this evening and be heavy at times 
  overnight, then diminish Tuesday morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on hazardous travel conditions due to snow covered 
  roads and poor visibility in snow and blowing snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Roads will be slick resulting in slow and hazardous travel. Allow 
extra time to reach your destination. Keep an extra flashlight, 
food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest 
road conditions for Colorado can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or by 
going to www.cotrip.org.


&&

$$

COZ033-034-280600-
/O.CON.KBOU.WW.Y.0036.000000T0000Z-211228T1500Z/
South and East Jackson/Larimer/North and Northeast
Grand/Northwest Boulder Counties Above 9000 Feet-South and
Southeast Grand/West Central and Southwest Boulder/Gilpin/Clear
Creek/Summit/North and West Park Counties Above 9000 Feet-
Including the cities of East Slopes Mosquito Range, Indian Peaks,
Eisenhower Tunnel, Rocky Mountain National Park, East Slopes
Southern Gore Range, Mount Evans, Laramie and Medicine Bow
Mountains, Cameron Pass, Breckenridge, Kenosha Mountains, Winter
Park, Williams Fork Mountains, Willow Creek Pass, Rabbit Ears
Range, and Berthoud Pass
153 PM MST Mon Dec 27 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM MST 
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow ongoing. Additional snow accumulations between 3 and 5 
  inches by Tuesday morning. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Rocky Mountain National Park and the Medicine Bow Range, 
  and The Mountains of Summit County, the Mosquito Range, and the 
  Indian Peaks.

* WHEN...Snow will increase this evening and may be heavy at times 
  overnight. The snow will diminish significantly Tuesday morning.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be hazardous due to snow covered roads and 
  areas of blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. Be prepared for travel 
delays or intermittent road closures. The latest road conditions for 
Colorado can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or by going to 
www.cotrip.org.


&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service, visit 
https://weather.gov/bou

Gimmestad
209 
WWUS45 KBOU 280351
WSWBOU

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Denver CO
851 PM MST Mon Dec 27 2021

...SNOW AND BLOWING SNOW FOR THE HIGHER MOUNTAINS TONIGHT...

.Bands of moderate to heavy snow showers will continue across the 
higher terrain tonight. Mountain roads will remain snow covered and 
slick. Blowing and drifting snow can be expected over the higher 
passes and above timberline.

COZ031-281500-
/O.CON.KBOU.WS.W.0012.000000T0000Z-211228T1500Z/
West Jackson and West Grand Counties Above 9000 Feet-
Including the cities of Mt Zirkel
851 PM MST Mon Dec 27 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM MST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow will be heavy at times. Additional snow accumulations 
  between 3 and 10 inches by Tuesday morning. Winds gusting as high 
  as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Rabbit Ears Pass.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM MST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on hazardous travel conditions due to snow covered 
  roads and poor visibility in snow and blowing snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Roads will be slick resulting in slow and hazardous travel. Allow 
extra time to reach your destination. Keep an extra flashlight, 
food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest 
road conditions for Colorado can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or by 
going to www.cotrip.org.


&&

$$

COZ033-034-281500-
/O.CON.KBOU.WW.Y.0036.000000T0000Z-211228T1500Z/
South and East Jackson/Larimer/North and Northeast
Grand/Northwest Boulder Counties Above 9000 Feet-South and
Southeast Grand/West Central and Southwest Boulder/Gilpin/Clear
Creek/Summit/North and West Park Counties Above 9000 Feet-
Including the cities of East Slopes Mosquito Range, Indian Peaks,
Eisenhower Tunnel, Rocky Mountain National Park, East Slopes
Southern Gore Range, Mount Evans, Laramie and Medicine Bow
Mountains, Cameron Pass, Breckenridge, Kenosha Mountains, Winter
Park, Williams Fork Mountains, Willow Creek Pass, Rabbit Ears
Range, and Berthoud Pass
851 PM MST Mon Dec 27 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM MST 
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow ongoing. Additional snow accumulations between 3 and 7 
  inches by Tuesday morning. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Rocky Mountain National Park and the Medicine Bow Range, 
  and The Mountains of Summit County, the Mosquito Range, and the 
  Indian Peaks.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM MST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be hazardous due to snow covered roads and 
  areas of blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. Be prepared for travel 
delays or intermittent road closures. The latest road conditions for 
Colorado can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or by going to 
www.cotrip.org.


&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service, visit 
https://weather.gov/bou

Danielson
921 
WWUS45 KBOU 281205
WSWBOU

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Denver CO
505 AM MST Tue Dec 28 2021

...SNOW AND BLOWING SNOW FOR THE HIGHER MOUNTAINS THIS MORNNG...

.Bands of light snow will continue across the higher terrain this 
morning. Mountain roads will remain snow covered and slick. Blowing 
and drifting snow can be expected over the higher passes and above 
timberline.

COZ031-281500-
/O.CON.KBOU.WS.W.0012.000000T0000Z-211228T1500Z/
West Jackson and West Grand Counties Above 9000 Feet-
Including the cities of Mt Zirkel
505 AM MST Tue Dec 28 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM MST THIS 
MORNING...

* WHAT...Light snow. Additional snow accumulations between 1 and 2 
  inches.
  Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Rabbit Ears Pass.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM MST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. 

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 
Colorado can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or by going to www.cotrip.
org

Roads will be slick resulting in slow and hazardous travel. Allow 
extra time to reach your destination.

&&

$$

COZ033-034-281500-
/O.CON.KBOU.WW.Y.0036.000000T0000Z-211228T1500Z/
South and East Jackson/Larimer/North and Northeast
Grand/Northwest Boulder Counties Above 9000 Feet-South and
Southeast Grand/West Central and Southwest Boulder/Gilpin/Clear
Creek/Summit/North and West Park Counties Above 9000 Feet-
Including the cities of East Slopes Mosquito Range, Indian Peaks,
Eisenhower Tunnel, Rocky Mountain National Park, East Slopes
Southern Gore Range, Mount Evans, Laramie and Medicine Bow
Mountains, Cameron Pass, Breckenridge, Kenosha Mountains, Winter
Park, Williams Fork Mountains, Willow Creek Pass, Rabbit Ears
Range, and Berthoud Pass
505 AM MST Tue Dec 28 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM MST THIS 
MORNING...

* WHAT...Light snow. Additional snow accumulations between 1 and 2 
  inches.
  Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Rocky Mountain National Park and the Medicine Bow Range, 
  and The Mountains of Summit County, the Mosquito Range, and the 
  Indian Peaks.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM MST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Tuesday morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for Colorado can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or by going 
to www.cotrip.org

Roads will be slick resulting in slow and hazardous travel. Allow 
extra time to reach your destination.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service, visit 
https://weather.gov/bou

RPK
273 
WWUS45 KBOU 281453
WSWBOU

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Denver CO
753 AM MST Tue Dec 28 2021

COZ031-281600-
/O.EXP.KBOU.WS.W.0012.000000T0000Z-211228T1500Z/
West Jackson and West Grand Counties Above 9000 Feet-
Including the cities of Mt Zirkel
753 AM MST Tue Dec 28 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 8 AM MST THIS MORNING...

Light snow will continue today with additional accumulation of an 
inch or two. Road conditions will generally improve, but there will 
still be icy areas.

$$

COZ033-034-281600-
/O.EXP.KBOU.WW.Y.0036.000000T0000Z-211228T1500Z/
South and East Jackson/Larimer/North and Northeast
Grand/Northwest Boulder Counties Above 9000 Feet-South and
Southeast Grand/West Central and Southwest Boulder/Gilpin/Clear
Creek/Summit/North and West Park Counties Above 9000 Feet-
Including the cities of East Slopes Mosquito Range, Indian Peaks,
Eisenhower Tunnel, Rocky Mountain National Park, East Slopes
Southern Gore Range, Mount Evans, Laramie and Medicine Bow
Mountains, Cameron Pass, Breckenridge, Kenosha Mountains, Winter
Park, Williams Fork Mountains, Willow Creek Pass, Rabbit Ears
Range, and Berthoud Pass
753 AM MST Tue Dec 28 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 8 AM MST THIS MORNING...

Light snow will continue today with additional accumulation of an 
inch or two. Road conditions will generally improve, but there will 
still be icy areas.

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service, visit 
https://weather.gov/bou

Gimmestad

The office that day

Everything else NWS Denver/Boulder, CO issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Dec 25, 3:25 AM MSTFire Weather WatchBOUArapahoe, Douglas, Elbert, Lincoln, Washington12 hr
Dec 25, 3:46 AM MSTWinter Storm WatchBOUBoulder, Clear Creek, Gilpin, Grand, Jackson, Jefferson and 3 more10 hr
Dec 25, 1:48 PM MSTWinter Weather AdvisoryBOUBoulder, Clear Creek, Gilpin, Grand, Jackson, Jefferson and 3 more66 hr
Dec 25, 3:34 PM MSTRed Flag WarningBOUElbert, Lincoln25 hr

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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; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.