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High Wind Warning 4, NWS Flagstaff, AZ

December 13, 20214 counties in Arizona

NWS Flagstaff, AZ issued this high wind warning at Dec 13, 2021, 3:04 PM MST for 4 counties in Arizona. It took effect at Dec 14, 2021, 2:00 PM MST. It was in force for 16 hr. 37 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 13, 2021, 3:04 PM MST (22:04 UTC)
In effect from
Dec 14, 2021, 2:00 PM MST
Expired
Dec 15, 2021, 5:34 AM MST
In force
16 hr
Issued by
NWS Flagstaff, AZ

Counties Apache County, AZ, Coconino County, AZ, Navajo County, AZ, Yavapai County, AZ

The radar

The Flagstaff radar (KFSX), 83 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 22:06 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 14, 9:48 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 601 Nw Saint Johns, AZASOS STATION KSJN ST JOHNS AIRPORT.
Dec 14, 9:50 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 61Arizona Snowbowl 1 Se, AZMESONET STATION ASBSB ARIZONA SNOWBOWL PUMPHOUSE.
Dec 14, 9:55 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 591 Se West Sedona, AZAWOS STATION KSEZ SEDONA AIRPORT.
Dec 14, 10:00 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND DMG4 Sw Valle, AZREPORT OF PORCH ROOF DAMAGE TO A NEW BUILD. ESTIMATED 12 FT OF METAL ROOF REMOVED FROM THE PORCH OF THE RESIDENCE. TIME OF REPORT IS ESTIMATED WITH APPROACHING COLD FRONTAL PASSAGE.
Dec 14, 10:15 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 593 Nnw Williams, AZAWOS STATION KCMR WILLIAMS AIRPORT.
Dec 14, 10:15 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 612 W Springerville, AZAWOS STATION KJTC SPRINGERVILLE AIRPORT.
Dec 14, 10:23 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 685 Wsw Williams, AZMESONET STATION AZT04 I-40 @ PINE SPRINGS MM 159.
Dec 14, 10:30 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 67Arizona Snowbowl, AZMESONET STATION ASBLS ARIZONA SNOWBOWL LIL SPRUCE.
Dec 14, 10:43 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 688 Wnw Greer, AZMESONET STATION AZT18 SR-260 @ MP-378.
Dec 14, 10:48 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 627 Sse Crown King, AZMESONET STATION QHBA3 HUMBUG CREEK.
Dec 14, 11:10 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 59Flagstaff Airport, AZASOS STATION KFLG FLAGSTAFF AIRPORT.
Dec 14, 11:17 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 632 N Page, AZMESONET STATION GW0679 PAGE. A WEATHER STATION IN PAGE HAD A PEAK WIND GUST OF 63 MPH FROM 1106 TO 11016 PM MST. THE WIND GUSTS WERE AT LEAST 58 MPH FROM 1052 TO 1116 PM.
Dec 15, 12:35 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 60Heber-Overgaard 3 Ese, AZAWOS STATION AZ82 HEBER 2 ESE MOGOLLON AIRPARK.
Dec 15, 12:53 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND DMG2 Wnw Prescott Courthou, AZPOWER POLE DOWN.
Dec 15, 1:01 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND DMG2 S Iron Springs, AZPOWER LINES DOWN.
Dec 15, 1:08 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND DMGPinetop-Lakeside, AZPOWER OUTAGE REPORTED TO IMPACT AT LEAST 7 HOMES.
Dec 15, 1:15 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 59Taylor Airport, AZAWOS KTYL TAYLOR AIRPORT.
Dec 15, 1:21 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 58Clarkdale 2 Ene (Tuzigo, AZMESONET STATION AV483 TUZIGOOT NATIONAL MONUMENT.
Dec 15, 1:24 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 72Pinedale 9 S, AZMESONET STATION QLCA3 LIMESTONE CANYON.
Dec 15, 1:35 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 61Show Low 3 Ne, AZAWOS STATION KSOW SHOW LOW AIRPORT.
Dec 15, 1:48 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 76Crown King 7 Sse, AZMESONET STATION QHBA3 HUMBUG CREEK.
Dec 15, 1:49 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 66Greer 10 Nw, AZMESONET STATION FW0157 GREEN'S PEAK.
Dec 15, 1:55 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND DMGKayenta, AZNAVAJO TRIBAL UTILITY AUTHORITY REPORTED POWER OUT IN IN KAYENTA DUE TO DOWNED POWER LINES.
Dec 15, 2:20 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND DMGJoseph City, AZPOWER LINES DOWN.
Dec 15, 2:23 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 59Joseph City 6 W, AZMESONET STATION AZT11 I-40 @ JACK RABBIT MM 270.
Dec 15, 2:31 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 60Saint Johns 1 Nw, AZASOS STATION KSJN ST JOHNS AIRPORT.
Dec 15, 2:33 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 771 Ne Lupton, AZMESONET STATION AZT07 I-40 @ LUPTON.
Dec 15, 2:43 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 75Greer 8 Wnw, AZMESONET STATION AZT18 SR-260 @ MP-378.
Dec 15, 2:51 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 64Window Rock 1 S, AZASOS STATION KRQE WINDOW ROCK AIRPORT.
Dec 15, 2:53 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 64Window Rock Airport, AZ
Dec 15, 2:53 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND DMG1 N Second Mesa, AZPOWER LINES DOWN.
Dec 15, 3:00 AM MSTSNOW 1.5Flagstaff 2 Wsw, AZSOME BLOWING AND DRIFTING OCCURRED WITH ESTIMATED TOTAL FROM REPORT AND PICTURES.
Dec 15, 3:20 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 65Woodruff 6 Sw, AZMESONET STATION AZT12 HWY 377 @ 14 MILE HILL MM 376.
Dec 15, 3:26 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND DMG3 Nw Gray Mountain, AZPOWER POLES DOWN NEAR GRAY MOUNTAIN.
Dec 15, 3:41 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND DMG13 Nw Paulden, AZPOWER LINES DOWN.
Dec 15, 5:00 AM MSTSNOW 1Bellemont (Nws Flagstaf, AZSTORM TOTAL SNOWFALL FROM 11 PM DEC 14 - 5 AM MST DEC 15.
Dec 15, 5:00 AM MSTSNOW 1.6Flagstaff Airport, AZSTORM TOTAL SNOWFALL FROM 5 PM DEC 14 - 5 AM MST DEC 15.

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

The nearest sounding before it

Flgstf/Belemont, AZ (KFGZ), launched 12:00Z, 10.1 hours before the alert went out and 70 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, Flgstf/Belemont, AZ at 12:00Z on 2021-12-13Temperature 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°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Flgstf/Belemont, AZ at 12:00Z on 2021-12-13The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 316 square meters per square second.19395878Sfc1 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
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
2257 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
53 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
316 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
369 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

Open this sounding in Storm Lab

The text

As transmitted.

641 
WWUS75 KFGZ 132204
NPWFGZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Flagstaff AZ
304 PM MST Mon Dec 13 2021

AZZ007>009-012-013-040-141200-
/O.UPG.KFGZ.HW.A.0001.211215T0200Z-211215T1500Z/
/O.NEW.KFGZ.HW.W.0004.211214T2100Z-211215T1800Z/
Coconino Plateau-Yavapai County Mountains-
Northeast Plateaus and Mesas Hwy 264 Northward-
Little Colorado River Valley in Coconino County-
Little Colorado River Valley in Navajo County-
Northeast Plateaus and Mesas South of Hwy 264-
Including the cities of Valle, Prescott, Seligman, Ash Fork, 
Keams Canyon, Kaibito, Wupatki N.M., Tuba City, Winslow, 
Holbrook, Snowflake, Dilkon, and Kykotsmovi
304 PM MST Mon Dec 13 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TUESDAY TO 11 AM MST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Southerly winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Coconino Plateau, Yavapai County Mountains, Little
  Colorado River Valley in Coconino and Navajo counties, and the
  Plateaus and Mesas north and south of Highway 264.

* WHEN...From 2 PM Tuesday to 11 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...High winds will move loose debris and may damage trees 
  and cause spotty power outages. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing snow above 5500-6000 feet is likely
  from Tuesday evening into Wednesday morning. These conditions
  will result in periods of significantly reduced visibility on 
  roads and hazardous travel in this time period.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown
around or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

AZZ010-014-141200-
/O.UPG.KFGZ.HW.A.0001.211215T0200Z-211215T1900Z/
/O.NEW.KFGZ.HW.W.0004.211214T2100Z-211215T1800Z/
Chinle Valley-Little Colorado River Valley in Apache County-
Including the cities of Canyon De Chelly, Chinle, Kayenta, 
St. Johns, and Springerville
304 PM MST Mon Dec 13 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TUESDAY TO 11 AM MST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Southerly winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Little Colorado River Valley in Apache County and the
  Chinle Valley.

* WHEN...From 2 PM Tuesday to 11 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...High winds will move loose debris and may damage trees 
  and cause spotty power outages. Travel will be difficult 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing snow above 5500-6000 feet is likely
  from late Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. These conditions
  will result in periods of significantly reduced visibility on 
  roads and hazardous travel in this time period.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown
around or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

AZZ011-017-039-141200-
/O.UPG.KFGZ.HW.A.0001.211215T0200Z-211215T1900Z/
/O.NEW.KFGZ.HW.W.0004.211214T2100Z-211215T1800Z/
Chuska Mountains and Defiance Plateau-White Mountains-
Black Mesa Area-
Including the cities of Window Rock, Ganado, Show Low, Greer, 
Pinetop, and Navajo N.M.
304 PM MST Mon Dec 13 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TUESDAY TO 11 AM MST
WEDNESDAY BELOW 6500 FEET...

* WHAT...Southerly winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Chuska Mountains and Defiance Plateau, White Mountains,
  Black Mesa below 6500 feet.

* WHEN...From 2 PM Tuesday to 11 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...High winds will move loose debris and may damage trees 
  and cause spotty power outages. Travel will be difficult 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing snow above 5500-6000 feet is likely
  from late Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. These conditions
  will result in periods of significantly reduced visibility on 
  roads and hazardous travel in this time period.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown
around or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

AZZ015-016-141200-
/O.UPG.KFGZ.HW.A.0001.211215T0200Z-211215T1500Z/
/O.NEW.KFGZ.HW.W.0004.211214T2100Z-211215T1800Z/
Western Mogollon Rim-Eastern Mogollon Rim-
Including the cities of Flagstaff, Williams, Munds Park, Heber, 
Happy Jack, and Forest Lakes
304 PM MST Mon Dec 13 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TUESDAY TO 11 AM MST
WEDNESDAY BELOW 6500 FEET...

* WHAT...Southerly winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Mogollon Rim below 6500 feet.

* WHEN...From 2 PM Tuesday to 11 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...High winds will move loose debris and may damage trees 
  and cause spotty power outages. Travel will be difficult 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing snow above 5500-6000 feet is likely
  from Tuesday evening into Wednesday morning. These conditions
  will result in periods of significantly reduced visibility on 
  roads and extremely hazardous travel in this time period.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown
around or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

AZZ005-006-018-037-038-141200-
/O.EXT.KFGZ.WI.Y.0026.211214T2100Z-211215T1500Z/
Marble and Glen Canyons-Grand Canyon Country-Northern Gila County-
Yavapai County Valleys and Basins-Oak Creek and Sycamore Canyons-
Including the cities of Page, Lees Ferry, Grand Canyon Village, 
Supai, North Rim, Payson, Strawberry, Young, Cottonwood, 
Camp Verde, Cordes Junction, Bagdad, and Sedona
304 PM MST Mon Dec 13 2021

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TUESDAY TO 8 AM MST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Southerly winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Northern Gila County and the lower elevations of 
  Yavapai County.

* WHEN...From 2 PM Tuesday to 8 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. In 
  addition, winds this strong can make driving difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing snow above 6000 feet is likely from
  Tuesday evening into early Wednesday morning. These conditions
  will result in periods of significantly reduced visibility on 
  roads in this time period. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

AZZ004-141200-
/O.EXT.KFGZ.WI.Y.0026.211214T2100Z-211215T1800Z/
Kaibab Plateau-
Including the cities of Jacob Lake and Fredonia
304 PM MST Mon Dec 13 2021

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TUESDAY TO 11 AM MST
WEDNESDAY BELOW 6500 FEET...

* WHAT...Southerly winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Kaibab Plateau below 6500 feet, including Fredonia.

* WHEN...From 2 PM Tuesday to 11 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Winds this strong can make driving difficult,
  especially for high profile vehicles on US Hwy 89A. Expect
  periods of very limited visibility due to blowing snow.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing snow above 5500-6000 feet is likely
  from Tuesday evening into Wednesday morning. These conditions
  will result in significantly reduced visibility on US Hwy 89A 
  throughout this time period. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/flagstaff
5 follow-up statements
050 
WWUS75 KFGZ 141138
NPWFGZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Flagstaff AZ
438 AM MST Tue Dec 14 2021

AZZ007>010-012>014-040-151800-
/O.CON.KFGZ.HW.W.0004.211214T2100Z-211215T1800Z/
Coconino Plateau-Yavapai County Mountains-
Northeast Plateaus and Mesas Hwy 264 Northward-Chinle Valley-
Little Colorado River Valley in Coconino County-
Little Colorado River Valley in Navajo County-
Little Colorado River Valley in Apache County-
Northeast Plateaus and Mesas South of Hwy 264-
Including the cities of Valle, Prescott, Seligman, Ash Fork, 
Keams Canyon, Kaibito, Canyon De Chelly, Chinle, Kayenta, 
Wupatki N.M., Tuba City, Winslow, Holbrook, Snowflake, St. Johns,
Springerville, Dilkon, and Kykotsmovi
438 AM MST Tue Dec 14 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 11 AM MST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Coconino Plateau, Yavapai County Mountains,
  Northeast Plateaus and Mesas Hwy 264 Northward, Chinle Valley,
  Little Colorado River Valley in Coconino County,
  Little Colorado River Valley in Navajo County,
  Little Colorado River Valley in Apache County,
  Northeast Plateaus and Mesas South of Hwy 264.

* WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 11 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...High winds will move loose debris and may damage 
  trees and cause spotty power outages. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing snow above 5500-6000 feet is 
  likely from Tuesday evening into Wednesday morning. These 
  conditions will result in periods of significantly reduced 
  visibility on roads and hazardous travel in this time period.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown
around or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

AZZ011-015>017-039-151800-
/O.CON.KFGZ.HW.W.0004.211214T2100Z-211215T1800Z/
Chuska Mountains and Defiance Plateau-Western Mogollon Rim-
Eastern Mogollon Rim-White Mountains-Black Mesa Area-
Including the cities of Window Rock, Ganado, Flagstaff, Williams,
Munds Park, Heber, Happy Jack, Forest Lakes, Show Low, Greer, 
Pinetop, and Navajo N.M.
438 AM MST Tue Dec 14 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 11 AM MST WEDNESDAY BELOW 6500 FEET...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected below 6500 feet.

* WHERE...Chuska Mountains and Defiance Plateau, Western Mogollon Rim,
  Eastern Mogollon Rim, White Mountains, Black Mesa Area below
  6500 feet.

* WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 11 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...High winds will move loose debris and may damage 
  trees and cause spotty power outages. Travel will be difficult 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing snow above 5500-6000 feet is 
  likely from late Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. These 
  conditions will result in periods of significantly reduced 
  visibility on roads and hazardous travel in this time period.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown
around or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

AZZ005-006-018-037-038-151500-
/O.CON.KFGZ.WI.Y.0026.211214T2100Z-211215T1500Z/
Marble and Glen Canyons-Grand Canyon Country-Northern Gila County-
Yavapai County Valleys and Basins-Oak Creek and Sycamore Canyons-
Including the cities of Page, Lees Ferry, Grand Canyon Village, 
Supai, North Rim, Payson, Strawberry, Young, Cottonwood, 
Camp Verde, Cordes Junction, Bagdad, and Sedona
438 AM MST Tue Dec 14 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
8 AM MST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Marble and Glen Canyons, Grand Canyon Country, Northern Gila 
  County, Yavapai County Valleys and Basins, Oak Creek and Sycamore 
  Canyons.

* WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 8 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. In 
  addition, winds this strong can make driving difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing snow above 6000 feet is likely 
  from Tuesday evening into early Wednesday morning. These 
  conditions will result in periods of significantly reduced 
  visibility on roads in this time period.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

AZZ004-151800-
/O.CON.KFGZ.WI.Y.0026.211214T2100Z-211215T1800Z/
Kaibab Plateau-
Including the cities of Jacob Lake and Fredonia
438 AM MST Tue Dec 14 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
11 AM MST WEDNESDAY BELOW 6500 FEET...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected below 6500 feet.

* WHERE...Kaibab Plateau below 6500 feet, including Fredonia.

* WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 11 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Winds this strong can make driving difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles on US Hwy 89A. Expect 
  periods of very limited visibility due to blowing snow.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing snow above 5500-6000 feet is 
  likely from Tuesday evening into Wednesday morning. These 
  conditions will result in significantly reduced visibility on 
  US Hwy 89A throughout this time period.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/flagstaff
775 
WWUS75 KFGZ 141151
NPWFGZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Flagstaff AZ
451 AM MST Tue Dec 14 2021

AZZ007>010-012>014-040-151800-
/O.CON.KFGZ.HW.W.0004.211214T2100Z-211215T1800Z/
Coconino Plateau-Yavapai County Mountains-
Northeast Plateaus and Mesas Hwy 264 Northward-Chinle Valley-
Little Colorado River Valley in Coconino County-
Little Colorado River Valley in Navajo County-
Little Colorado River Valley in Apache County-
Northeast Plateaus and Mesas South of Hwy 264-
Including the cities of Valle, Prescott, Seligman, Ash Fork, 
Keams Canyon, Kaibito, Canyon De Chelly, Chinle, Kayenta, 
Wupatki N.M., Tuba City, Winslow, Holbrook, Snowflake, St. Johns,
Springerville, Dilkon, and Kykotsmovi
451 AM MST Tue Dec 14 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 11 AM MST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Including the cities of Valle, Prescott, Seligman, Ash Fork, 
  Keams Canyon, Kaibito, Canyon De Chelly, Chinle, Kayenta, 
  Wupatki N.M., Tuba City, Winslow, Holbrook, Snowflake, St. Johns,
  Springerville, Dilkon, and Kykotsmovi.

* WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 11 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...High winds will move loose debris and may damage 
  trees and cause spotty power outages. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing snow above 5500-6000 feet is 
  likely from Tuesday evening into Wednesday morning. These 
  conditions will result in periods of significantly reduced 
  visibility on roads and hazardous travel in this time period.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown
around or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

AZZ011-015>017-039-151800-
/O.CON.KFGZ.HW.W.0004.211214T2100Z-211215T1800Z/
Chuska Mountains and Defiance Plateau-Western Mogollon Rim-
Eastern Mogollon Rim-White Mountains-Black Mesa Area-
Including the cities of Window Rock, Ganado, Flagstaff, Williams,
Munds Park, Heber, Happy Jack, Forest Lakes, Show Low, Greer, 
Pinetop, and Navajo N.M.
451 AM MST Tue Dec 14 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 11 AM MST WEDNESDAY BELOW 6500 FEET...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected below 6500 feet.

* WHERE....Chuska Mountains and Defiance Plateau, Western Mogollon 
  Rim, Eastern Mogollon Rim, White Mountains and the Black Mesa Area
  below 6500 feet.

* WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 11 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...High winds will move loose debris and may damage 
  trees and cause spotty power outages. Travel will be difficult 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing snow above 5500-6000 feet is 
  likely from late Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. These 
  conditions will result in periods of significantly reduced 
  visibility on roads and hazardous travel in this time period.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown
around or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

AZZ005-006-018-037-038-151500-
/O.CON.KFGZ.WI.Y.0026.211214T2100Z-211215T1500Z/
Marble and Glen Canyons-Grand Canyon Country-Northern Gila County-
Yavapai County Valleys and Basins-Oak Creek and Sycamore Canyons-
Including the cities of Page, Lees Ferry, Grand Canyon Village, 
Supai, North Rim, Payson, Strawberry, Young, Cottonwood, 
Camp Verde, Cordes Junction, Bagdad, and Sedona
451 AM MST Tue Dec 14 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
8 AM MST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Including the cities of Page, Lees Ferry, Grand Canyon 
  Village, Supai, North Rim, Payson, Strawberry, Young, Cottonwood, 
  Camp Verde, Cordes Junction, Bagdad, and Sedona.

* WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 8 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. In 
  addition, winds this strong can make driving difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing snow above 6000 feet is likely 
  from Tuesday evening into early Wednesday morning. These 
  conditions will result in periods of significantly reduced 
  visibility on roads in this time period.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

AZZ004-151800-
/O.CON.KFGZ.WI.Y.0026.211214T2100Z-211215T1800Z/
Kaibab Plateau-
Including the cities of Jacob Lake and Fredonia
451 AM MST Tue Dec 14 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
11 AM MST WEDNESDAY BELOW 6500 FEET...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected below 6500 feet.

* WHERE...Kaibab Plateau below 6500 feet, including Fredonia.

* WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 11 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Winds this strong can make driving difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles on US Hwy 89A. Expect 
  periods of very limited visibility due to blowing snow.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing snow above 5500-6000 feet is 
  likely from Tuesday evening into Wednesday morning. These 
  conditions will result in significantly reduced visibility on 
  US Hwy 89A throughout this time period.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/flagstaff
297 
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NPWFGZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Flagstaff AZ
129 PM MST Tue Dec 14 2021

AZZ009-010-012>014-040-151200-
/O.EXT.KFGZ.HW.W.0004.211214T2100Z-211215T1500Z/
Northeast Plateaus and Mesas Hwy 264 Northward-Chinle Valley-
Little Colorado River Valley in Coconino County-
Little Colorado River Valley in Navajo County-
Little Colorado River Valley in Apache County-
Northeast Plateaus and Mesas South of Hwy 264-
Including the cities of Keams Canyon, Kaibito, Canyon De Chelly, 
Chinle, Kayenta, Wupatki N.M., Tuba City, Winslow, Holbrook, 
Snowflake, St. Johns, Springerville, Dilkon, and Kykotsmovi
129 PM MST Tue Dec 14 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM MST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Including the cities of Keams Canyon, Kaibito, Canyon De 
  Chelly, Chinle, Kayenta, Wupatki N.M., Tuba City, Winslow, 
  Holbrook, Snowflake, St. Johns, Springerville, Dilkon, and 
  Kykotsmovi.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...High winds will move loose debris and may damage 
  trees and cause spotty power outages. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing snow above 5500 feet is likely 
  from this evening into Wednesday morning. These conditions will 
  result in periods of significantly reduced visibility on roads 
  and hazardous travel in this time period.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown
around or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

AZZ007-008-151200-
/O.EXT.KFGZ.HW.W.0004.211214T2100Z-211215T1200Z/
Coconino Plateau-Yavapai County Mountains-
Including the cities of Valle, Prescott, Seligman, and Ash Fork
129 PM MST Tue Dec 14 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Areas around and including the cities of Valle,
  Prescott, Seligman, and Ash Fork.

* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...High winds will move loose debris and may damage 
  trees and cause spotty power outages. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing snow above 5500 feet is likely from
  this evening into Wednesday morning. These conditions will 
  result in periods of significantly reduced visibility on roads 
  and hazardous travel in this time period.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown
around or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

AZZ011-016-017-039-151200-
/O.EXT.KFGZ.HW.W.0004.211214T2100Z-211215T1500Z/
Chuska Mountains and Defiance Plateau-Eastern Mogollon Rim-
White Mountains-Black Mesa Area-
Including the cities of Window Rock, Ganado, Heber, Happy Jack, 
Forest Lakes, Show Low, Greer, Pinetop, and Navajo N.M.
129 PM MST Tue Dec 14 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM MST WEDNESDAY BELOW 
6500 FEET...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Areas in the Chuska Mountains and Defiance Plateau,
  Eastern Mogollon Rim, White Mountains, and the Black Mesa area 
  below 6500 feet.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...High winds will move loose debris and may damage 
  trees and cause spotty power outages. Travel will be difficult 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing snow above 5500 feet is likely from
  late tonight into Wednesday morning. These conditions will 
  result in periods of significantly reduced visibility on roads 
  and hazardous travel in this time period.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown
around or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

AZZ015-151200-
/O.EXT.KFGZ.HW.W.0004.211214T2100Z-211215T1200Z/
Western Mogollon Rim-
Including the cities of Flagstaff, Williams, and Munds Park
129 PM MST Tue Dec 14 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST WEDNESDAY BELOW 
6500 FEET...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Areas on the Western Mogollon Rim below 6500 feet.

* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...High winds will move loose debris and may damage 
  trees and cause spotty power outages. Travel will be difficult 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing snow above 5500 feet is likely from
  late this evening into Wednesday morning. These conditions will
  result in periods of significantly reduced visibility on roads 
  and hazardous travel in this time period.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown
around or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

AZZ005-006-037-038-151200-
/O.EXT.KFGZ.WI.Y.0026.211214T2100Z-211215T1200Z/
Marble and Glen Canyons-Grand Canyon Country-
Yavapai County Valleys and Basins-Oak Creek and Sycamore Canyons-
Including the cities of Page, Lees Ferry, Grand Canyon Village, 
Supai, North Rim, Cottonwood, Camp Verde, Cordes Junction, 
Bagdad, and Sedona
129 PM MST Tue Dec 14 2021

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Areas around and including the cities of Page, Lees 
  Ferry, Grand Canyon Village, Supai, North Rim, Cottonwood, Camp 
  Verde, Cordes Junction, Bagdad, and Sedona.

* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. In 
  addition, winds this strong can make driving difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing snow above 5500 feet is likely 
  from this evening into early Wednesday morning. These conditions
  will result in periods of significantly reduced visibility on 
  roads in this time period.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

AZZ004-151200-
/O.EXT.KFGZ.WI.Y.0026.211214T2100Z-211215T1200Z/
Kaibab Plateau-
Including the cities of Jacob Lake and Fredonia
129 PM MST Tue Dec 14 2021

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST WEDNESDAY BELOW 6500 
FEET...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Kaibab Plateau below 6500 feet, including Fredonia.

* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Winds this strong can make driving difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles on US Hwy 89A. Expect 
  periods of very limited visibility due to blowing snow.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing snow above 5500 feet is likely 
  from this evening into Wednesday morning. These conditions will 
  result in significantly reduced visibility on US Hwy 89A 
  throughout this time period.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

AZZ018-151200-
/O.CON.KFGZ.WI.Y.0026.211214T2100Z-211215T1500Z/
Northern Gila County-
Including the cities of Payson, Strawberry, and Young
129 PM MST Tue Dec 14 2021

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM MST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Areas around and including the cities of Payson, 
  Strawberry, and Young.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. In
  addition, winds this strong can make driving difficult,
  especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/flagstaff
430 
WWUS75 KFGZ 151152
NPWFGZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Flagstaff AZ
452 AM MST Wed Dec 15 2021

AZZ007-008-151300-
/O.EXP.KFGZ.HW.W.0004.000000T0000Z-211215T1200Z/
Coconino Plateau-Yavapai County Mountains-
Including the cities of Valle, Prescott, Seligman, and Ash Fork
452 AM MST Wed Dec 15 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 5 AM MST EARLY THIS MORNING...

The storm system and associated cold front responsible for the
high winds overnight has moved eastward. Look for breezy winds at
10 to 20 mph the remainder of the day.

$$

AZZ015-151300-
/O.EXP.KFGZ.HW.W.0004.000000T0000Z-211215T1200Z/
Western Mogollon Rim-
Including the cities of Flagstaff, Williams, and Munds Park
452 AM MST Wed Dec 15 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 5 AM MST EARLY THIS MORNING
BELOW 6500 FEET...

The storm system and associated cold front responsible for the
high winds overnight has moved eastward. Look for breezy winds at
10 to 20 mph the remainder of the day.

$$

AZZ005-006-037-038-151300-
/O.EXP.KFGZ.WI.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-211215T1200Z/
Marble and Glen Canyons-Grand Canyon Country-
Yavapai County Valleys and Basins-Oak Creek and Sycamore Canyons-
Including the cities of Page, Lees Ferry, Grand Canyon Village, 
Supai, North Rim, Cottonwood, Camp Verde, Cordes Junction, 
Bagdad, and Sedona
452 AM MST Wed Dec 15 2021

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 5 AM MST EARLY THIS MORNING...

The storm system and associated cold front responsible for the
high winds overnight has moved eastward. Look for breezy winds at
10 to 20 mph the remainder of the day.

$$

AZZ004-151300-
/O.EXP.KFGZ.WI.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-211215T1200Z/
Kaibab Plateau-
Including the cities of Jacob Lake and Fredonia
452 AM MST Wed Dec 15 2021

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 5 AM MST EARLY THIS MORNING BELOW
6500 FEET...

The storm system and associated cold front responsible for the
high winds overnight has moved eastward. Look for breezy winds at
10 to 20 mph the remainder of the day.

$$

AZZ009-010-012>014-040-151500-
/O.CON.KFGZ.HW.W.0004.000000T0000Z-211215T1500Z/
Northeast Plateaus and Mesas Hwy 264 Northward-Chinle Valley-
Little Colorado River Valley in Coconino County-
Little Colorado River Valley in Navajo County-
Little Colorado River Valley in Apache County-
Northeast Plateaus and Mesas South of Hwy 264-
Including the cities of Keams Canyon, Kaibito, Canyon De Chelly, 
Chinle, Kayenta, Wupatki N.M., Tuba City, Winslow, Holbrook, 
Snowflake, St. Johns, Springerville, Dilkon, and Kykotsmovi
452 AM MST Wed Dec 15 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM MST THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Including the cities of Keams Canyon, Kaibito, Canyon De
  Chelly, Chinle, Kayenta, Wupatki N.M., Tuba City, Winslow,
  Holbrook, Snowflake, St. Johns, Springerville, Dilkon, and
  Kykotsmovi.

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

* IMPACTS...High winds will move loose debris and may damage 
  trees and cause spotty power outages. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing snow above 5500 feet is likely 
  from this evening into Wednesday morning. These conditions 
  will result in periods of significantly reduced visibility on 
  roads and hazardous travel in this time period.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown
around or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

AZZ011-016-017-039-151500-
/O.CON.KFGZ.HW.W.0004.000000T0000Z-211215T1500Z/
Chuska Mountains and Defiance Plateau-Eastern Mogollon Rim-
White Mountains-Black Mesa Area-
Including the cities of Window Rock, Ganado, Heber, Happy Jack, 
Forest Lakes, Show Low, Greer, Pinetop, and Navajo N.M.
452 AM MST Wed Dec 15 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM MST THIS
MORNING BELOW 6500 FEET...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  below 6500 feet.

* WHERE...Including the cities of Window Rock, Ganado, Heber,
  Happy Jack, Forest Lakes, Show Low, Greer, Pinetop, and Navajo
  N.M.

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

* IMPACTS...High winds will move loose debris and may damage 
  trees and cause spotty power outages. Travel will be difficult 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing snow above 5500 feet is likely 
  from late tonight into Wednesday morning. These conditions 
  will result in periods of significantly reduced visibility on 
  roads and hazardous travel in this time period.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown
around or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

AZZ018-151500-
/O.CON.KFGZ.WI.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-211215T1500Z/
Northern Gila County-
Including the cities of Payson, Strawberry, and Young
452 AM MST Wed Dec 15 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM MST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.

* WHERE...Including the cities of Payson, Strawberry, and Young

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

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. In 
  addition, winds this strong can make driving difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/flagstaff
035 
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NPWFGZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Flagstaff AZ
534 AM MST Wed Dec 15 2021

AZZ009>014-016-017-039-040-151345-
/O.CAN.KFGZ.HW.W.0004.000000T0000Z-211215T1500Z/
Northeast Plateaus and Mesas Hwy 264 Northward-Chinle Valley-
Chuska Mountains and Defiance Plateau-
Little Colorado River Valley in Coconino County-
Little Colorado River Valley in Navajo County-
Little Colorado River Valley in Apache County-
Eastern Mogollon Rim-White Mountains-Black Mesa Area-
Northeast Plateaus and Mesas South of Hwy 264-
Including the cities of Keams Canyon, Kaibito, Canyon De Chelly, 
Chinle, Kayenta, Window Rock, Ganado, Wupatki N.M., Tuba City, 
Winslow, Holbrook, Snowflake, St. Johns, Springerville, Heber, 
Happy Jack, Forest Lakes, Show Low, Greer, Pinetop, Navajo N.M., 
Dilkon, and Kykotsmovi
534 AM MST Wed Dec 15 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

The storm system and associated cold front responsible for the
high winds overnight has moved eastward. Look for breezy winds at
10 to 20 mph the remainder of the day.

$$

AZZ018-151345-
/O.CAN.KFGZ.WI.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-211215T1500Z/
Northern Gila County-
Including the cities of Payson, Strawberry, and Young
534 AM MST Wed Dec 15 2021

...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

The storm system and associated cold front responsible for the
high winds overnight has moved eastward. Look for breezy winds at
5 to 15 mph the remainder of the day.

$$

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

The office that day

Everything else NWS Flagstaff, AZ issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Dec 13, 3:10 AM MSTWind AdvisoryFGZCoconino, Gila, Yavapai50 hr
Dec 13, 3:21 AM MSTWinter Weather AdvisoryFGZApache, Coconino, Navajo12 hr
Dec 13, 3:01 PM MSTWinter Storm WarningFGZApache, Coconino, Navajo41 hr

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