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Blizzard Warning 2, NWS Pueblo, CO

March 16, 2021Baca County, Las Animas County, Colorado

NWS Pueblo, CO issued this blizzard warning at Mar 16, 2021, 10:38 AM MDT for Baca County, Las Animas County, Colorado. It took effect at Mar 16, 2021, 6:00 PM MDT. It was in force for 13 hr. 2 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
Mar 16, 2021, 10:38 AM MDT (16:38 UTC)
In effect from
Mar 16, 2021, 6:00 PM MDT
Expired
Mar 17, 2021, 7:21 AM MDT
In force
13 hr
Issued by
NWS Pueblo, CO

Counties Baca County, CO, Las Animas County, CO

The radar

The Pueblo radar (KPUX), 149 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 16:41 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
Mar 17, 7:00 AM MDTSNOW 1.58 Sse Kim, CO
Mar 17, 7:00 AM MDTSNOW 54 S Spanish Peaks, CO

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

The nearest sounding before it

Amarillo Airport, TX (KAMA), launched 12:00Z, 4.6 hours before the alert went out and 273 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, Amarillo Airport, TX at 12:00Z on 2021-03-16Temperature 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 km15 km-30°-20°-10°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Amarillo Airport, TX at 12:00Z on 2021-03-16The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 24 square meters per square second.1939587897117Sfc1 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
3067 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
49 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
24 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
73 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

Open this sounding in Storm Lab

The text

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WWUS45 KPUB 161638
WSWPUB

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
1038 AM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

COZ094-170045-
/O.UPG.KPUB.WS.W.0005.210317T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KPUB.BZ.W.0002.210317T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Eastern Las Animas County-
1038 AM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON MDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations 
  of 3 to 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Las Animas County.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to noon Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult to impossible. Blowing snow
  will significantly reduce visibility and strong north winds will
  produce strong cross winds, especially for travelers on Highway
  160. Power outages may be possible along with damage to trees
  and utilities.

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.

&&

$$

COZ099-170045-
/O.UPG.KPUB.WS.A.0005.210317T0600Z-210317T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KPUB.BZ.W.0002.210317T0600Z-210317T1800Z/
Springfield Vicinity/Baca County-
1038 AM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO NOON MDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of
  2 to 4 inches with locally higher amounts possible. Winds 
  gusting as high as 65 mph.

* WHERE...Baca County.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to noon Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult to impossible. Blowing snow
  will significantly reduce visibility and strong north winds will
  produce strong cross winds, especially for travelers on Highway
  160. Power outages may be possible along with damage to trees
  and utilities.

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.

&&

$$

COZ072>075-078>080-087-170045-
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.W.0005.210316T1800Z-210317T1500Z/
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 8500 And 11000 Feet-
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 7500 and 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Wet Mountain Valley Below 8500 Feet-
Wet Mountains between 6300 and 10000 Feet-
Wet Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
Walsenburg Vicinity/Upper Huerfano River Basin Below 7500 Feet-
1038 AM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM MDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 8 to 17
  inches, with locally higher amounts possible. Winds gusting as 
  high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Wet Mountains, Wet 
  Mountain Valley, and Upper Huerfano River Basin.

* WHEN...From noon today to 9 AM Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. Travel will be
  hazardous over La Veta Pass.

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.

&&

$$

COZ088-170045-
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.W.0005.210317T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Trinidad Vicinity/Western Las Animas County Below 7500 Feet-
1038 AM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING
TO NOON MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 10
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...western Las Animas County.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to noon Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
  conditions could impact the morning commute, especially on
  Interstate 25. Strong winds could cause tree damage.

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.

&&

$$

COZ066>068-071-170045-
/O.EXA.KPUB.WW.Y.0015.210316T1800Z-210317T1500Z/
La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
Upper Rio Grande Valley/Eastern San Juan Mountains Below
10000 Feet-Eastern San Juan Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
Southern San Luis Valley-
1038 AM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 6 
  inches.

* WHERE...the La Garita Mountains, the Eastern San Juan Mountains
  and Southern San Luis Valley.

* WHEN...From noon today to 9 AM Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The heaviest snow
  will occur on the San Luis Valley edges. Reduced visibility will
  be the main concern for travelers across the region.

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.

&&

$$

COZ076-077-083-170045-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0015.210316T1800Z-210317T1500Z/
Northwestern Fremont County Above 8500 Feet-
Western/Central Fremont County Below 8500 Feet-
Canon City Vicinity/Eastern Fremont County-
1038 AM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM MDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 
  inches.

* WHERE...Fremont County.

* WHEN...From noon today to 9 AM Wednesday.

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

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.

&&

$$

COZ086-093-097-098-170045-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0015.210317T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Pueblo Vicinity/Pueblo County Below 6300 Feet-
La Junta Vicinity/Otero County-Las Animas Vicinity/Bent County-
Lamar Vicinity/Prowers County-
1038 AM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS
EVENING TO NOON MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 4 inches
  with the highest totals south of Highway 50. Winds gusting as 
  high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Pueblo, Otero, Bent, and Prowers Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to noon Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Blowing snow could
  significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could
  impact the morning commute, including strong cross winds on
  Highway 50. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

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
660 
WWUS45 KPUB 162104
WSWPUB

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
304 PM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

COZ094-170515-
/O.CON.KPUB.BZ.W.0002.210317T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Eastern Las Animas County-
304 PM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
NOON MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations 
  of 3 to 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Las Animas County.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to noon Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult to impossible. Blowing 
  snow will significantly reduce visibility and strong north 
  winds will produce strong cross winds, especially for 
  travelers on Highway 160. Power outages may be possible along 
  with damage to trees and utilities.

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.

&&

$$

COZ099-170515-
/O.CON.KPUB.BZ.W.0002.210317T0600Z-210317T1800Z/
Springfield Vicinity/Baca County-
304 PM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
NOON MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations 
  of 2 to 4 inches with locally higher amounts possible. Winds 
  gusting as high as 65 mph.

* WHERE...Baca County.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to noon Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult to impossible. Blowing snow
  will significantly reduce visibility and strong north winds will
  produce strong cross winds, especially for travelers on Highway
  160. Power outages may be possible along with damage to trees
  and utilities.

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.

&&

$$

COZ072>075-078>080-087-170515-
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-210317T1500Z/
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 8500 And 11000 Feet-
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 7500 and 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Wet Mountain Valley Below 8500 Feet-
Wet Mountains between 6300 and 10000 Feet-
Wet Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
Walsenburg Vicinity/Upper Huerfano River Basin Below 7500 Feet-
304 PM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM MDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 8 to 
  17 inches, with locally higher amounts possible. Winds gusting 
  as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Wet Mountains, Wet 
  Mountain Valley, and Upper Huerfano River Basin.

* WHEN...Through 9 AM Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. 
  Blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Travel 
  will be hazardous over La Veta Pass.

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.

&&

$$

COZ088-170515-
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.W.0005.210317T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Trinidad Vicinity/Western Las Animas County Below 7500 Feet-
304 PM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING
TO NOON MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 
  10 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Western Las Animas County.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to noon Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. 
  Blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute, 
  especially on Interstate 25. Strong winds could cause tree 
  damage.

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.

&&

$$

COZ076-077-083-170515-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-210317T1500Z/
Northwestern Fremont County Above 8500 Feet-
Western/Central Fremont County Below 8500 Feet-
Canon City Vicinity/Eastern Fremont County-
304 PM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM MDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 
  inches.

* WHERE...Fremont County.

* WHEN...Through 9 AM Wednesday.

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

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.

&&

$$

COZ086-093-097-098-170515-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0015.210317T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Pueblo Vicinity/Pueblo County Below 6300 Feet-
La Junta Vicinity/Otero County-Las Animas Vicinity/Bent County-
Lamar Vicinity/Prowers County-
304 PM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS
EVENING TO NOON MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 4 
  inches with the highest totals south of Highway 50. Winds 
  gusting as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Pueblo, Otero, Bent, and Prowers Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to noon Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Blowing snow could 
  significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the morning commute, including strong cross winds 
  on Highway 50. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

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.

&&

$$

COZ066>068-071-170515-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-210317T1500Z/
La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
Upper Rio Grande Valley/Eastern San Juan Mountains Below
10000 Feet-Eastern San Juan Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
Southern San Luis Valley-
304 PM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM MDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 6 
  inches.

* WHERE...The La Garita Mountains, the Eastern San Juan 
  Mountains and Southern San Luis Valley.

* WHEN...Through 9 AM Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The heaviest snow 
  will occur on the San Luis Valley edges. Reduced visibility 
  will be the main concern for travelers across the region.

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.

&&

$$
355 
WWUS45 KPUB 170346
WSWPUB

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
946 PM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

COZ076-077-083-170500-
/O.CAN.KPUB.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-210317T1500Z/
Northwestern Fremont County Above 8500 Feet-
Western/Central Fremont County Below 8500 Feet-
Canon City Vicinity/Eastern Fremont County-
946 PM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

The weather system has taken a slight turn to the south, which is
expected to keep accumulating snow south of Fremont County.

$$

COZ086-170500-
/O.CAN.KPUB.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Pueblo Vicinity/Pueblo County Below 6300 Feet-
946 PM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

The weather system has taken a slight turn to the south, which is
expected to keep most of the accumulating snow south of Pueblo 
County. However, the far southern portion of the county could see 
up to an inch of accumulation in spots.

$$

COZ094-171200-
/O.CON.KPUB.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Eastern Las Animas County-
946 PM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations of 2
  to 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Las Animas County.

* WHEN...Until noon MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute. 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.

&&

$$

COZ099-171200-
/O.CON.KPUB.BZ.W.0002.210317T0600Z-210317T1800Z/
Springfield Vicinity/Baca County-
946 PM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of
  2 to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Baca County.

* WHEN...Until noon MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute. 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.

&&

$$

COZ072>075-078>080-087-171200-
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-210317T1500Z/
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 8500 And 11000 Feet-
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 7500 and 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Wet Mountain Valley Below 8500 Feet-
Wet Mountains between 6300 and 10000 Feet-
Wet Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
Walsenburg Vicinity/Upper Huerfano River Basin Below 7500 Feet-
946 PM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM MDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to 6 
  inches, with the greatest accumulations near the New Mexico 
  border.

* WHERE...Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Wet Mountains, Wet 
  Mountain Valley, and Upper Huerfano River Basin.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute.

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.

&&

$$

COZ088-171200-
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Trinidad Vicinity/Western Las Animas County Below 7500 Feet-
946 PM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 6 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Western Las Animas County.

* WHEN...Until noon MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute.

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.

&&

$$

COZ093-097-098-171200-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
La Junta Vicinity/Otero County-Las Animas Vicinity/Bent County-
Lamar Vicinity/Prowers County-
946 PM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

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

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to two inches.
  Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Otero, Bent, and Prowers Counties.

* WHEN...Until noon MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute. Gusty winds could 
  bring down tree branches.

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.

&&

$$

COZ066>068-071-171200-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-210317T1500Z/
La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
Upper Rio Grande Valley/Eastern San Juan Mountains Below
10000 Feet-Eastern San Juan Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
Southern San Luis Valley-
946 PM MDT Tue Mar 16 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM MDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to two inches.

* WHERE...The La Garita Mountains, the Eastern San Juan 
  Mountains and Southern San Luis Valley.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM MDT Wednesday.

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

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.

&&

$$
599 
WWUS45 KPUB 171002
WSWPUB

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
402 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

COZ072-073-078>080-087-171115-
/O.CAN.KPUB.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-210317T1500Z/
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 8500 And 11000 Feet-
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Wet Mountain Valley Below 8500 Feet-
Wet Mountains between 6300 and 10000 Feet-
Wet Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
Walsenburg Vicinity/Upper Huerfano River Basin Below 7500 Feet-
402 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

The heavy snow has ended, with only periodic light snow expected 
today.

$$

COZ066>068-071-171115-
/O.CAN.KPUB.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-210317T1500Z/
La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
Upper Rio Grande Valley/Eastern San Juan Mountains Below
10000 Feet-Eastern San Juan Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
Southern San Luis Valley-
402 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

The heavy snow has ended, with only periodic light snow expected 
today.

$$

COZ094-171800-
/O.CON.KPUB.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Eastern Las Animas County-
402 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT TODAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations of 
  up to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Las Animas County.

* WHEN...Until noon MDT today.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute. 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.

&&

$$

COZ099-171800-
/O.CON.KPUB.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Springfield Vicinity/Baca County-
402 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT TODAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations of up
  to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Baca County.

* WHEN...Until noon MDT today.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute. 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.

&&

$$

COZ074-075-171500-
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-210317T1500Z/
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 7500 and 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
402 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM MDT THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to two 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM MDT this morning.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute.

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.

&&

$$

COZ088-171800-
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Trinidad Vicinity/Western Las Animas County Below 7500 Feet-
402 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT TODAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to two 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Western Las Animas County.

* WHEN...Until noon MDT today.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the morning commute.

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.

&&

$$

COZ093-097-098-171800-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
La Junta Vicinity/Otero County-Las Animas Vicinity/Bent County-
Lamar Vicinity/Prowers County-
402 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

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

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to two inches.
  Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Bent, Otero, and Prowers Counties.

* WHEN...Until noon MDT today.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute. Gusty winds could 
  bring down tree branches.

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.

&&

$$
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WWUS45 KPUB 171321
WSWPUB

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
721 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

COZ094-099-171430-
/O.CAN.KPUB.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Eastern Las Animas County-Springfield Vicinity/Baca County-
721 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

...BLIZZARD WARNING IS CANCELLED...

The heavy snow has ended, with strong northerly winds supporting
only patchy blowing snow this morning.

$$

COZ074-075-171430-
/O.CAN.KPUB.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-210317T1500Z/
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 7500 and 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
721 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

The heavy snow has ended, with strong northerly winds supporting
only patchy blowing snow this morning.

$$

COZ088-171430-
/O.CAN.KPUB.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
Trinidad Vicinity/Western Las Animas County Below 7500 Feet-
721 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

The heavy snow has ended, with strong northerly winds supporting
only patchy blowing snow this morning.

$$

COZ093-097-098-171430-
/O.CAN.KPUB.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-210317T1800Z/
La Junta Vicinity/Otero County-Las Animas Vicinity/Bent County-
Lamar Vicinity/Prowers County-
721 AM MDT Wed Mar 17 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

The heavy snow has ended, with strong northerly winds supporting
only patchy blowing snow this morning.

$$

The office that day

Everything else NWS Pueblo, CO issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Mar 15, 9:36 PM MDTWinter Storm WarningPUBAlamosa, Chaffee, Costilla, Custer, Fremont, Huerfano and 3 more34 hr
Mar 15, 9:36 PM MDTWinter Weather AdvisoryPUBBent, Conejos, Costilla, Custer, Fremont, Mineral and 6 more34 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.