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Blizzard Warning 2, NWS Goodland, KS

March 24, 2024Kit Carson County, Yuma County, Colorado; 5 counties in Kansas; Dundy County, Hitchcock County, Red Willow County, Nebraska

NWS Goodland, KS issued this blizzard warning at Mar 24, 2024, 2:08 AM MDT for Kit Carson County, Yuma County, Colorado; 5 counties in Kansas; Dundy County, Hitchcock County, Red Willow County, Nebraska. It took effect at Mar 25, 2024, 12:00 AM MDT. It was in force for 24 hr. 23 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 24, 2024, 2:08 AM MDT (08:08 UTC)
In effect from
Mar 25, 2024, 12:00 AM MDT
Expired
Mar 26, 2024, 12:00 AM MDT
In force
24 hr
Issued by
NWS Goodland, KS

Counties Kit Carson County, CO, Yuma County, CO, Cheyenne County, KS, Decatur County, KS, Rawlins County, KS, Sherman County, KS, Thomas County, KS, Dundy County, NE, Hitchcock County, NE, Red Willow County, NE

The radar

The Goodland radar (KGLD), 52 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 08:09 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 25, 12:24 AM MDTBLIZZARD5 E Culbertson, NE*** 1 INJ *** Delayed report. Several vehicles involved in an accident on hwy 34 due to a semi that slid into the ditch. 1 minor injury occurred near 2:43 pm MT. Whiteout conditions were observed over a span of 4.5 hours with gusts of 40+ mph. Visibility was d
Mar 25, 7:00 AM MDTSNOW 13 Nw Traer, KSstill snowing.
Mar 25, 7:00 AM MDTSNOW 2.51 W Mcdonald, KSstill snowing.
Mar 25, 7:00 AM MDTSNOW 36 Nne Ludell, KSstill snowing.
Mar 25, 7:00 AM MDTSNOW 36 Nnw Beardsley, KSstill snowing.
Mar 25, 7:15 AM MDTSNOW 2.54 N Blakeman, KSEstimated 2 to 2.5 inches snow. 0.13 inches liquid.
Mar 25, 7:15 AM MDTSNOW 2.54 N Blakeman, KSEstimated 2 to 2.5 inches snow. 0.13 inches liquid.
Mar 25, 7:45 AM MDTSNOW 24 S Bartley, NEReport of 2 inches of snow, melted down to 0.23 inches liquid.
Mar 25, 8:00 AM MDTSNOW 2.310 Nnw Brewster, KSApprox. 2 and 1/4 inch snow.
Mar 25, 8:00 AM MDTSNOW 2.310 Nnw Brewster, KSApprox. 2 and 1/4 inch snow.
Mar 25, 9:19 AM MDTBLIZZARD1 N Goodland, KS0 visibility with gusts of 45 mph.
Mar 25, 11:36 AM MDTSNOW 3.3Goodland, KSReport of 3 and 1/4 inch snow.
Mar 25, 12:00 PM MDTSNOW 5.71 Nne Goodland, KSOfficial snowfall measurement from the NWS Goodland office of 5.7 inches as of 12 PM MT.
Mar 25, 1:30 PM MDTSNOW 3.32 Nnw Blakeman, KSSpotter report of 3 and 1/4 inches of snow melted down to 0.31 inch liquid.
Mar 25, 1:37 PM MDTSNOW 5.51 E Mccook, NEPublic report with photo via social media. About 5.5 inches snow at McCook Clinic with a thick layer of ice underneath.
Mar 25, 1:45 PM MDTBLIZZARD2 Nnw Halford, KSDelayed report via social media. Visibility down to approximately 1/4 mile near the Gem turn off on Hwy 24. Gusts of 40-45 mph were observed around this tine from the Colby AWOS.
Mar 25, 2:55 PM MDTSNOW 63 E Levant, KSPublic report and photo via social media. Measurements ranged from 5.5 to 6.5 inches with an average of 6 inches snowfall 4 miles west of Colby.
Mar 25, 3:55 PM MDTBLIZZARD1 Nnw Oberlin, KSquarter mile visibility with gusts of 38 MPH.
Mar 25, 4:00 PM MDTBLIZZARDOberlin, KSNear near visibility on Hwy 83 north out of town and quarter mile visibility on Hwy 83 south out of town.
Mar 25, 5:59 PM MDTSNOW 6.41 Nne Goodland, KS
Mar 25, 6:18 PM MDTSNOW 4.513 N Edson, KSmeasured 4-5 inches.
Mar 25, 6:28 PM MDTSNOW 5.53 Nw Ludell, KS
Mar 25, 7:46 PM MDTSNOW 1.5Saint Francis, KSaverage of multiple measurements.

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

The nearest sounding before it

N. Platte/Lee Bi, NE (KLBF), launched 00:00Z, 8.1 hours before the alert went out and 165 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, N. Platte/Lee Bi, NE at 00:00Z on 2024-03-24Temperature 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°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, N. Platte/Lee Bi, NE at 00:00Z on 2024-03-24The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 29 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
1447 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
48 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
29 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
89 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

048 
WWUS43 KGLD 240808
WSWGLD

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Goodland KS
208 AM MDT Sun Mar 24 2024

COZ090-091-KSZ001>003-013-014-NEZ079>081-242100-
/O.NEW.KGLD.BZ.W.0002.240325T0600Z-240326T0600Z/
Yuma-Kit Carson-Cheyenne-Rawlins-Decatur-Sherman-Thomas-Dundy-
Hitchcock-Red Willow-
Including the cities of Yuma, Wray, Burlington, St. Francis, 
Bird City, Atwood, Oberlin, Goodland, Colby, Benkelman, 
Culbertson, Trenton, Stratton Ne, Palisade, and McCook
208 AM MDT Sun Mar 24 2024 /308 AM CDT Sun Mar 24 2024/

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT MDT /1 AM CDT/
TONIGHT TO MIDNIGHT MDT /1 AM CDT/ MONDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations 
  of 3 to 7 inches. Northerly winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of east central and northeast Colorado, 
  northwest Kansas and southwest Nebraska.

* WHEN...From midnight MDT /1 AM CDT/ tonight to midnight MDT /1 
  AM CDT/ Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
  conditions could impact morning or evening commutes. 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.

&&

$$

COZ092-KSZ004-015-016-027>029-041-042-242100-
/O.NEW.KGLD.WW.Y.0007.240325T1200Z-240326T0600Z/
Cheyenne-Norton-Sheridan-Graham-Wallace-Logan-Gove-Greeley-
Wichita-
Including the cities of Arapahoe, Cheyenne Wells, Norton, Hoxie, 
Hill City, Sharon Springs, Oakley, Quinter, Grinnell, Grainfield,
Tribune, and Leoti
208 AM MDT Sun Mar 24 2024 /308 AM CDT Sun Mar 24 2024/

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM MDT /7 AM CDT/
MONDAY TO MIDNIGHT MDT /1 AM CDT/ MONDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of up to 1 to 3 
  inches. Northerly winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of east central Colorado and northwest and 
  west central Kansas.

* WHEN...From 6 AM MDT /7 AM CDT/ Monday to midnight MDT /1 AM 
  CDT/ Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the evening commute. Strong winds 
  could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

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

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/goodland
10 follow-up statements
879 
WWUS43 KGLD 241459
WSWGLD

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Goodland KS
859 AM MDT Sun Mar 24 2024

COZ090-091-KSZ001>003-013-014-NEZ079>081-251500-
/O.CON.KGLD.BZ.W.0002.240325T0600Z-240326T0600Z/
Yuma-Kit Carson-Cheyenne-Rawlins-Decatur-Sherman-Thomas-Dundy-
Hitchcock-Red Willow-
Including the cities of Yuma, Wray, Burlington, St. Francis, 
Bird City, Atwood, Oberlin, Goodland, Colby, Benkelman, 
Culbertson, Trenton, Stratton Ne, Palisade, and McCook
859 AM MDT Sun Mar 24 2024 /959 AM CDT Sun Mar 24 2024/

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT MDT /1 AM
CDT/ TONIGHT TO MIDNIGHT MDT /1 AM CDT/ MONDAY NIGHT...

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

* WHERE...Portions of northeast Colorado, northwest Kansas and 
  southwest Nebraska.

* WHEN...From midnight MDT /1 AM CDT/ tonight to midnight MDT /1 
  AM CDT/ Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions associated with strong
  northerly winds, heavy snow and blowing snow. Travel will become
  difficult or impossible late tonight and well into the day on 
  Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Precipitation will begin as rain late this
  afternoon. Precipitation will transition to snow this evening
  and overnight, earliest in northeast Colorado and adjacent
  Kansas and Nebraska border areas. Once the transition to snow
  has occurred, conditions will rapidly deteriorate. Moderate to
  heavy snow is expected late tonight through late Monday morning.
  Light to moderate snow may persist throughout the day on Monday.
  Northerly winds will increase to 30 to 45 mph late this evening,
  with gusts up to 65 mph overnight and well into the day on 
  Monday.

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.

&&

$$

COZ092-KSZ004-015-016-027>029-041-042-251500-
/O.CON.KGLD.WW.Y.0007.240325T1200Z-240326T0600Z/
Cheyenne-Norton-Sheridan-Graham-Wallace-Logan-Gove-Greeley-
Wichita-
Including the cities of Arapahoe, Cheyenne Wells, Norton, Hoxie, 
Hill City, Sharon Springs, Oakley, Quinter, Grinnell, Grainfield,
Tribune, and Leoti
859 AM MDT Sun Mar 24 2024 /959 AM CDT Sun Mar 24 2024/

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM MDT /7 AM
CDT/ MONDAY TO MIDNIGHT MDT /1 AM CDT/ MONDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations
  of 1 to 3 inches. Northerly winds gusting as high as 65 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of east central Colorado and northwest and 
  west central Kansas.

* WHEN...From 6 AM MDT /7 AM CDT/ Monday to midnight MDT /1 AM 
  CDT/ Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions associated with strong
  northerly winds, snow and blowing snow. Blizzard conditions
  possible.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Precipitation will begin as rain late this
  afternoon and evening. Precipitation will transition to snow
  between midnight and sunrise Monday morning, earliest in areas
  located west of Highway 83. Strong northerly winds will
  accompany the transition to snow. North winds will increase to
  30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph and persist throughout the
  day on Monday. Intermittent or localized blizzard conditions 
  are possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/goodland
253 
WWUS43 KGLD 242034 AAA
WSWGLD

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE...UPDATED
National Weather Service Goodland KS
234 PM MDT Sun Mar 24 2024

COZ090-091-KSZ001>003-013-014-NEZ079>081-252045-
/O.CON.KGLD.BZ.W.0002.240325T0600Z-240326T0600Z/
Yuma-Kit Carson-Cheyenne-Rawlins-Decatur-Sherman-Thomas-Dundy-
Hitchcock-Red Willow-
Including the cities of Yuma, Wray, Burlington, St. Francis, 
Bird City, Atwood, Oberlin, Goodland, Colby, Benkelman, 
Culbertson, Trenton, Stratton Ne, Palisade, and McCook
234 PM MDT Sun Mar 24 2024 /334 PM CDT Sun Mar 24 2024/

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT MDT /1 AM
CDT/ TONIGHT TO MIDNIGHT MDT /1 AM CDT/ MONDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations 
  of 4 to 10 inches. Northerly winds gusting as high as 65 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of northeast Colorado, northwest Kansas and 
  southwest Nebraska.

* WHEN...From midnight MDT /1 AM CDT/ tonight to midnight MDT /1 
  AM CDT/ Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions associated with strong
  northerly winds, heavy snow and blowing snow. Travel will become
  difficult or impossible across the warning area late tonight and
  persist through the day on Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Precipitation will begin as rain late 
  this afternoon. Precipitation will transition to snow this 
  evening and overnight, earliest in northeast Colorado and 
  adjacent Kansas and Nebraska border areas. Once the transition 
  to snow has occurred, conditions will rapidly deteriorate. 
  Moderate to heavy snow is expected late tonight through late 
  Monday morning. Light to moderate snow may persist throughout 
  the day on Monday. Northerly winds will increase to 30 to 45 
  mph late this evening, with gusts up to 65 mph overnight and 
  well into the day on Monday.

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.

&&

$$

COZ092-KSZ004-015-016-027>029-041-042-252045-
/O.CON.KGLD.WW.Y.0007.240325T1200Z-240326T0600Z/
Cheyenne-Norton-Sheridan-Graham-Wallace-Logan-Gove-Greeley-
Wichita-
Including the cities of Arapahoe, Cheyenne Wells, Norton, Hoxie, 
Hill City, Sharon Springs, Oakley, Quinter, Grinnell, Grainfield,
Tribune, and Leoti
234 PM MDT Sun Mar 24 2024 /334 PM CDT Sun Mar 24 2024/

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM MDT /7 AM
CDT/ MONDAY TO MIDNIGHT MDT /1 AM CDT/ MONDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations
  of 1 to 5 inches. Northerly winds gusting as high as 65 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of east central Colorado and northwest and 
  west central Kansas.

* WHEN...From 6 AM MDT /7 AM CDT/ Monday to midnight MDT /1 AM 
  CDT/ Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions associated with strong
  northerly winds, snow and blowing snow. Intermittent blizzard 
  conditions possible.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Precipitation will begin as rain late this
  afternoon and evening. Precipitation will transition to snow
  between midnight and sunrise Monday morning, earliest in areas
  located west of Highway 83. Strong northerly winds will
  accompany the transition to snow. North winds will increase to
  30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph and persist throughout the
  day on Monday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/goodland
266 
WWUS43 KGLD 250235
WSWGLD

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Goodland KS
835 PM MDT Sun Mar 24 2024

COZ090-091-KSZ001>003-013-014-NEZ079>081-251300-
/O.CON.KGLD.BZ.W.0002.240325T0600Z-240326T0600Z/
Yuma-Kit Carson-Cheyenne-Rawlins-Decatur-Sherman-Thomas-Dundy-
Hitchcock-Red Willow-
Including the cities of Yuma, Wray, Burlington, St. Francis, 
Bird City, Atwood, Oberlin, Goodland, Colby, Benkelman, 
Culbertson, Trenton, Stratton Ne, Palisade, and McCook
835 PM MDT Sun Mar 24 2024 /935 PM CDT Sun Mar 24 2024/

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT MDT /1 AM
CDT/ TONIGHT TO MIDNIGHT MDT /1 AM CDT/ MONDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations 
  of 4 to 10 inches. Northerly winds gusting as high as 65 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of northeast Colorado, northwest Kansas and 
  southwest Nebraska.

* WHEN...From midnight MDT /1 AM CDT/ tonight to midnight MDT /1 
  AM CDT/ Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions associated with strong 
  northerly winds, heavy snow and blowing snow. Travel will 
  become difficult or impossible across the warning area late 
  tonight and persist through the day on Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Moderate to heavy snow is expected late
  tonight through late Monday morning with visibilities
  occasionally near one quarter mile. Light to moderate snow may 
  persist throughout the day on Monday. Northerly winds will 
  increase to 30 to 45 mph late this evening, with gusts up to 65 
  mph overnight and well into the day on Monday.

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.

&&

$$

COZ092-KSZ004-015-016-027>029-041-042-251300-
/O.EXT.KGLD.WW.Y.0007.240325T0600Z-240326T0600Z/
Cheyenne-Norton-Sheridan-Graham-Wallace-Logan-Gove-Greeley-
Wichita-
Including the cities of Arapahoe, Cheyenne Wells, Norton, Hoxie, 
Hill City, Sharon Springs, Oakley, Quinter, Grinnell, Grainfield,
Tribune, and Leoti
835 PM MDT Sun Mar 24 2024 /935 PM CDT Sun Mar 24 2024/

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT MDT /1 AM
CDT/ TONIGHT TO MIDNIGHT MDT /1 AM CDT/ MONDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations
  of 1 to 5 inches. Northerly winds gusting as high as 65 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of east central Colorado and northwest and 
  west central Kansas.

* WHEN...From midnight MDT /1 AM CDT/ tonight to midnight MDT /1 
  AM CDT/ Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions associated with strong 
  northerly winds, snow and blowing snow. Intermittent blizzard 
  conditions possible.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Precipitation will begin as rain, changing
  over to sleet, graupel and freezing rain then over to snow.  
  Strong northerly winds will accompany the transition to snow. 
  North winds will increase to 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 
  mph and persist throughout the day on Monday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/goodland
389 
WWUS43 KGLD 250807
WSWGLD

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Goodland KS
207 AM MDT Mon Mar 25 2024

COZ090-091-KSZ001>003-013-014-NEZ079>081-252100-
/O.CON.KGLD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-240326T0600Z/
Yuma-Kit Carson-Cheyenne-Rawlins-Decatur-Sherman-Thomas-Dundy-
Hitchcock-Red Willow-
Including the cities of Yuma, Wray, Burlington, St. Francis, 
Bird City, Atwood, Oberlin, Goodland, Colby, Benkelman, 
Culbertson, Trenton, Stratton Ne, Palisade, and McCook
207 AM MDT Mon Mar 25 2024 /307 AM CDT Mon Mar 25 2024/

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT /1 AM
CDT/ TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations of 3 
  to 5 inches. Northerly winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of east central and northeast Colorado, 
  northwest Kansas and southwest Nebraska.

* WHEN...Until midnight MDT /1 AM CDT/ tonight.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions associated with strong 
  northerly winds, heavy snow and blowing snow. Travel will 
  become difficult or impossible across the warning area late 
  tonight and persist through the day on Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Moderate to heavy snow is expected through
  late Monday morning with visibilities occasionally near one
  quarter mile. Light to moderate snow may persist throughout the
  day on Monday. 

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.

&&

$$

COZ092-KSZ004-015-016-027>029-041-042-252100-
/O.CON.KGLD.WW.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240326T0600Z/
Cheyenne-Norton-Sheridan-Graham-Wallace-Logan-Gove-Greeley-
Wichita-
Including the cities of Arapahoe, Cheyenne Wells, Norton, Hoxie, 
Hill City, Sharon Springs, Oakley, Quinter, Grinnell, Grainfield,
Tribune, and Leoti
207 AM MDT Mon Mar 25 2024 /307 AM CDT Mon Mar 25 2024/

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT
/1 AM CDT/ TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches.
  Northerly winds gusting as high as 50 to 55 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of east central Colorado and northwest and 
  west central Kansas.

* WHEN...Until midnight MDT /1 AM CDT/ tonight.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions associated with strong 
  northerly winds, snow and blowing snow. Intermittent blizzard 
  conditions possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

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

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/goodland
560 
WWUS43 KGLD 251904
WSWGLD

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Goodland KS
104 PM MDT Mon Mar 25 2024

COZ090-091-KSZ001>003-013-014-NEZ079>081-260600-
/O.CON.KGLD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-240326T0600Z/
Yuma-Kit Carson-Cheyenne-Rawlins-Decatur-Sherman-Thomas-Dundy-
Hitchcock-Red Willow-
Including the cities of Yuma, Wray, Burlington, St. Francis, 
Bird City, Atwood, Oberlin, Goodland, Colby, Benkelman, 
Culbertson, Trenton, Stratton Ne, Palisade, and McCook
104 PM MDT Mon Mar 25 2024 /204 PM CDT Mon Mar 25 2024/

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT /1 AM
CDT/ TONIGHT...

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

* WHERE...Portions of east central and northeast Colorado, 
  northwest Kansas and southwest Nebraska.

* WHEN...Until midnight MDT /1 AM CDT/ tonight.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could 
  cause tree damage.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light to moderate snow may persist through
  the evening with blowing snow continuing the dangerous travel
  conditions. 

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.

&&

$$

COZ092-KSZ004-015-016-027>029-041-042-260600-
/O.CON.KGLD.WW.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240326T0600Z/
Cheyenne-Norton-Sheridan-Graham-Wallace-Logan-Gove-Greeley-
Wichita-
Including the cities of Arapahoe, Cheyenne Wells, Norton, Hoxie, 
Hill City, Sharon Springs, Oakley, Quinter, Grinnell, Grainfield,
Tribune, and Leoti
104 PM MDT Mon Mar 25 2024 /204 PM CDT Mon Mar 25 2024/

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT
/1 AM CDT/ TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to three 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of east central Colorado and northwest and 
  west central Kansas.

* WHEN...Until midnight MDT /1 AM CDT/ tonight.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could 
  cause tree damage. Intermittent blizzard 
  conditions possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

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

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/goodland
101 
WWUS43 KGLD 252235
WSWGLD

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Goodland KS
435 PM MDT Mon Mar 25 2024

COZ090-091-252345-
/O.CAN.KGLD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-240326T0600Z/
Yuma-Kit Carson-
Including the cities of Yuma, Wray, and Burlington
435 PM MDT Mon Mar 25 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING IS CANCELLED...

Snowfall is no longer expected. Visibilities below one quarter 
mile are also no longer expected due to snowfall and wind. 
Therefore, the Blizzard Warning is cancelled. 

$$

COZ092-252345-
/O.CAN.KGLD.WW.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240326T0600Z/
Cheyenne-
Including the cities of Arapahoe and Cheyenne Wells
435 PM MDT Mon Mar 25 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Additional snowfall is no longer expected. Visibilities should
remain unlimited as winds slowly decrease. Therefore, the Winter
Weather Advisory is cancelled. 

$$

KSZ001>003-013-014-NEZ079>081-260600-
/O.CON.KGLD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-240326T0600Z/
Cheyenne-Rawlins-Decatur-Sherman-Thomas-Dundy-Hitchcock-
Red Willow-
Including the cities of St. Francis, Bird City, Atwood, Oberlin, 
Goodland, Colby, Benkelman, Culbertson, Trenton, Stratton Ne, 
Palisade, and McCook
435 PM MDT Mon Mar 25 2024 /535 PM CDT Mon Mar 25 2024/

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT /1 AM
CDT/ TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations of a
  trace to an inch. Northerly winds gusting up to 40 mph. 

* WHERE...Portions of east central and northeast Colorado, 
  northwest Kansas and southwest Nebraska.

* WHEN...Until midnight MDT /1 AM CDT/ tonight.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could 
  cause tree damage.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing snow across area roadways will
  produce areas of very slick conditions and locally difficult
  travel conditions. 

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.

&&

$$

KSZ004-015-016-027>029-041-042-260600-
/O.CON.KGLD.WW.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240326T0600Z/
Norton-Sheridan-Graham-Wallace-Logan-Gove-Greeley-Wichita-
Including the cities of Norton, Hoxie, Hill City, Sharon Springs,
Oakley, Quinter, Grinnell, Grainfield, Tribune, and Leoti
435 PM MDT Mon Mar 25 2024 /535 PM CDT Mon Mar 25 2024/

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT
/1 AM CDT/ TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations ranging from zero to
  three inches, highest east of Highway 25. Northerly winds
  gusting up to 40 mph. 

* WHERE...Portions of east central Colorado and northwest and 
  west central Kansas.

* WHEN...Until midnight MDT /1 AM CDT/ tonight.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Blowing snow will 
  significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could cause tree 
  damage. Intermittent blizzard conditions possible.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing snow across area roadways will
  produce areas of very slick conditions and locally difficult
  travel conditions. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

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

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/goodland
481 
WWUS43 KGLD 260100
WSWGLD

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Goodland KS
700 PM MDT Mon Mar 25 2024

KSZ001-013-NEZ079-260200-
/O.CAN.KGLD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-240326T0600Z/
Cheyenne-Sherman-Dundy-
Including the cities of St. Francis, Bird City, Goodland, 
and Benkelman
700 PM MDT Mon Mar 25 2024 /800 PM CDT Mon Mar 25 2024/

...BLIZZARD WARNING IS CANCELLED...

Snowfall and the threat for blizzard conditions has ended.
Therefore, the Blizzard Warning is cancelled. Roads will remain
icy and snowpacked in spots, making for hazardous travel
overnight. 


$$

KSZ027-041-260200-
/O.CAN.KGLD.WW.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240326T0600Z/
Wallace-Greeley-
Including the cities of Sharon Springs and Tribune
700 PM MDT Mon Mar 25 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Additional snowfall is no longer expected. Therefore, the Winter
Weather Advisory is cancelled. Roads will remain icy and
snowpacked in spots, making for hazardous travel overnight. 

$$

KSZ002-003-014-NEZ080-081-260600-
/O.CON.KGLD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-240326T0600Z/
Rawlins-Decatur-Thomas-Hitchcock-Red Willow-
Including the cities of Atwood, Oberlin, Colby, Culbertson, 
Trenton, Stratton Ne, Palisade, and McCook
800 PM CDT Mon Mar 25 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard or near blizzard conditions. Additional snow
  accumulations of a trace to an inch. Northerly winds gusting up
  to 40 mph, creating visibility reductions as low as one quarter
  mile at times in blowing snow.

* WHERE...Portions of east central and northeast Colorado, 
  northwest Kansas and southwest Nebraska.

* WHEN...Until midnight MDT /1 AM CDT/ tonight.

* IMPACTS...Plan on icy and snowpacked roadways, making for
  hazardous travel overnight. 

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.

&&

$$

KSZ004-015-016-028-029-042-260600-
/O.CON.KGLD.WW.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240326T0600Z/
Norton-Sheridan-Graham-Logan-Gove-Wichita-
Including the cities of Norton, Hoxie, Hill City, Oakley, 
Quinter, Grinnell, Grainfield, and Leoti
800 PM CDT Mon Mar 25 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations ranging from zero to
  three inches, highest east of Highway 25. Northerly winds
  gusting up to 40 mph, creating visibility reductions as low as
  one half mile at times. 

* WHERE...Portions of east central Colorado and northwest and 
  west central Kansas.

* WHEN...Until midnight MDT /1 AM CDT/ tonight.

* IMPACTS...Plan on icy and snowpacked roadways, making for
  hazardous travel overnight. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

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

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/goodland
901 
WWUS43 KGLD 260250
WSWGLD

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Goodland KS
850 PM MDT Mon Mar 25 2024

KSZ002-014-NEZ080-260400-
/O.CAN.KGLD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-240326T0600Z/
Rawlins-Thomas-Hitchcock-
Including the cities of Atwood, Colby, Culbertson, Trenton, 
Stratton Ne, and Palisade
950 PM CDT Mon Mar 25 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING IS CANCELLED...

Additional snowfall and the threat for blizzard conditions has 
ended. Therefore, the Blizzard Warning is cancelled. Roads will 
remain icy and snowpacked in spots, making for hazardous travel 
overnight. 

$$

KSZ028-042-260400-
/O.CAN.KGLD.WW.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240326T0600Z/
Logan-Wichita-
Including the cities of Oakley and Leoti
950 PM CDT Mon Mar 25 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Additional snowfall is no longer expected. Therefore, the Winter
Weather Advisory is cancelled. Roads will remain icy and
snowpacked in spots, making for hazardous travel overnight. 

$$

KSZ003-NEZ081-260600-
/O.CON.KGLD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-240326T0600Z/
Decatur-Red Willow-
Including the cities of Oberlin and McCook
950 PM CDT Mon Mar 25 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard or near blizzard conditions. Additional snow 
  accumulations of a trace to an inch. Northerly winds gusting 
  up to 40 mph, creating visibility reductions as low as one 
  quarter mile at times in blowing snow.

* WHERE...Portions of east central and northeast Colorado, 
  northwest Kansas and southwest Nebraska.

* WHEN...Until midnight MDT /1 AM CDT/ tonight.

* IMPACTS...Plan on icy and snowpacked roadways, making for 
  hazardous travel overnight.

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.

&&

$$

KSZ004-015-016-029-260600-
/O.CON.KGLD.WW.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240326T0600Z/
Norton-Sheridan-Graham-Gove-
Including the cities of Norton, Hoxie, Hill City, Quinter, 
Grinnell, and Grainfield
950 PM CDT Mon Mar 25 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations ranging from zero to
  an inch or two, highest east of Highway 25. Northerly winds 
  gusting up to 40 mph, creating visibility reductions as low as 
  one half mile at times.

* WHERE...Portions of east central Colorado and northwest and 
  west central Kansas.

* WHEN...Until midnight MDT /1 AM CDT/ tonight.

* IMPACTS...Plan on icy and snowpacked roadways, making for 
  hazardous travel overnight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

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

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/goodland
583 
WWUS43 KGLD 260430
WSWGLD

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Goodland KS
1030 PM MDT Mon Mar 25 2024

KSZ029-260530-
/O.CAN.KGLD.WW.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240326T0600Z/
Gove-
Including the cities of Quinter, Grinnell, and Grainfield
1130 PM CDT Mon Mar 25 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Additional snowfall is no longer expected. Therefore, the Winter
Weather Advisory is cancelled. Roads will remain icy and
snowpacked in spots, making for hazardous travel overnight. 

$$

KSZ003-NEZ081-260600-
/O.CON.KGLD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-240326T0600Z/
Decatur-Red Willow-
Including the cities of Oberlin and McCook
1130 PM CDT Mon Mar 25 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard or near blizzard conditions. Additional snow 
  accumulations of a trace to an inch. Northerly winds gusting 
  up to 40 mph, creating visibility reductions as low as one 
  quarter mile at times in blowing snow.

* WHERE...Portions of east central and northeast Colorado, 
  northwest Kansas and southwest Nebraska.

* WHEN...Until midnight MDT /1 AM CDT/ tonight.

* IMPACTS...Plan on icy and snowpacked roadways, making for 
  hazardous travel overnight.

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.

&&

$$

KSZ004-015-016-260600-
/O.CON.KGLD.WW.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240326T0600Z/
Norton-Sheridan-Graham-
Including the cities of Norton, Hoxie, and Hill City
1130 PM CDT Mon Mar 25 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations ranging from zero 
  to an inch or two, highest east of Highway 25. Northerly winds 
  gusting up to 40 mph, creating visibility reductions as low as 
  one half mile at times.

* WHERE...Portions of east central Colorado and northwest and 
  west central Kansas.

* WHEN...Until midnight MDT /1 AM CDT/ tonight.

* IMPACTS...Plan on icy and snowpacked roadways, making for 
  hazardous travel overnight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

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

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/goodland
130 
WWUS43 KGLD 260549
WSWGLD

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Goodland KS
1149 PM MDT Mon Mar 25 2024

KSZ003-NEZ081-260700-
/O.EXP.KGLD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-240326T0600Z/
Decatur-Red Willow-
Including the cities of Oberlin and McCook
1249 AM CDT Tue Mar 26 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 1 AM CDT EARLY THIS MORNING...

The winter storm has weakened and is moving out of the area.
Hazardous travel conditions will continue overnight.

$$

KSZ004-015-016-260700-
/O.EXP.KGLD.WW.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240326T0600Z/
Norton-Sheridan-Graham-
Including the cities of Norton, Hoxie, and Hill City
1249 AM CDT Tue Mar 26 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 1 AM CDT EARLY THIS
MORNING...

The winter storm has weakened and is moving out of the area.
Hazardous travel conditions will continue overnight.

$$

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

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this blizzard warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Goodland, KS wrote its last area forecast discussion before this blizzard warning went out at Mar 24, 1:52 AM MDT, 16 minutes earlier. Its key messages:

  • Dangerous fire weather conditions expected on Sunday.
  • Severe thunderstorms capable of producing large hail and damaging winds and even an isolated tornado, may develop along and east of Highway 25 Sunday afternoon.
  • Very strong north winds expected in the wake of an Arctic cold frontal passage late Sunday afternoon and evening.
  • Accumulating snow and blowing snow possible Sunday night into Monday morning.
  • Dangerous travel conditions likely along the I-70 corridor in far northwest Kansas and eastern Colorado late Sunday into Monday.
Area forecast discussion, Mar 24, 1:52 AM MDT, 16 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Goodland KS
152 AM MDT Sun Mar 24 2024

.KEY MESSAGES...

- Dangerous fire weather conditions expected on Sunday.

- Severe thunderstorms capable of producing large hail and
  damaging winds and even an isolated tornado, may develop
  along and east of Highway 25 Sunday afternoon.

- Very strong north winds expected in the wake of an Arctic cold
  frontal passage late Sunday afternoon and evening.

- Accumulating snow and blowing snow possible Sunday night into
  Monday morning.

- Dangerous travel conditions likely along the I-70 corridor in
  far northwest Kansas and eastern Colorado late Sunday into
  Monday.

&&

.UPDATE...
Issued at 915 PM MDT Sat Mar 23 2024

After reviewing 18z data and latest 00z (NAM), there is enough
confidence to introduce a High Wind Watch to areas generally
along and west of Highway 27 (except Dundy and Cheyenne KS) from
03z-18z Monday. The 00z MET guidance has come up in its
sustained wind speeds, approaching that of the latest and prior
runs of the MAV guidance. Presently, wind gusts up to 65 are
anticipated in the Watch area.

Additionally, the latest model visibility forecasts are honing
in on lowering visibilities to around 1/2 mile or even less
within the wraparound snow thats expected to develop within the
axis of stronger winds. Will await the 00z GFS/ECMWF models
and let the incoming shift know about the likely need for a
winter weather headline of some type.

For tonight and tomorrow, stratus is again expected to impact
the area tonight, slowly lifting east and northeast during the
day tomorrow. This will impact the high temperature forecast.
Presently, high temperatures are forecast to be in the middle
50s to upper 60s. If the stratus hangs around longer than
currently expected, these readings would be optimistic.

Still expecting some rain showers to move across the area
tonight, exiting from west to east Sunday morning. We'll then be
in a precipitation lull until early to mid afternoon when
showers and thunderstorms increase in coverage.

&&

.SHORT TERM /THROUGH TUESDAY NIGHT/...
Issued at 252 PM MDT Sat Mar 23 2024

Synoptic Pattern: A complex upper level trough presently
situated along the Pacific Coast will amplify as it progresses
eastward across the Intermountain West (tonight), Rockies (Sun)
and central CONUS (Mon).

Feature of Interest 1: An upper level low situated along the
Pacific Northwest coast at 19Z will dig S-SSE through CA
(tonight-Sun) into northern Mexico (Sun night).

Feature of Interest 2: Potent shortwave energy situated
offshore central CA early this afternoon will move ashore
southern CA (tonight) and rapidly track eastward across the
Desert Southwest (Sun morning).. then lift ENE into the Central
Plains (Sun aft/eve).

Overview: A developing lee cyclone in Colorado (this afternoon)
will rapidly intensify during the day on Sunday (12-21Z).. as
Feature 2 approaches from the WSW. Guidance suggests a minimum
central pressure ~978-983 mb in vicinity of the CO-KS border by
~00Z Mon. The aforementioned cyclone is progged to track E and
NE into far northeast Kansas/far southeast Nebraska by mid-day
(18Z) Monday and Iowa by 00Z Tuesday. Strong low-level northerly
flow on the western periphery of the mid-latitude cyclone will
'tap' a Canadian Arctic airmass (over Alberta/
Saskatchewan/Manitoba).. advecting it southward through the
Dakotas into the Central Plains late Sun-Sun night.

Hazard (Fire Weather): Breezy to strong (30-40 mph) SW winds,
well above normal temperatures and dry conditions (antecedent
and otherwise) on the eastern periphery of the intensifying,
eastward advancing lee cyclone will foster dangerous fire
weather conditions across much of the area on Sunday.

Hazard (Severe Storms): Convection allowing guidance such as
the 18Z HRRR and NAM NEST suggest that scattered convection will
blossom over portions of far northwest KS ~20-21Z Sunday
afternoon. Forecast soundings /thermodynamic profiles/ suggest
that convection in the Goodland CWA will largely be high-based
in nature.. and that large hail/damaging wind are the primary
hazards.

Hazard (Strong N Winds): Strong northerly winds will develop
late Sun aft/eve as the aforementioned lee cyclone progresses
east toward central KS.. and an Arctic airmass /cold front/
surges southeastward through the area. While virtually all
guidance indicates that strong wind will be present, they
continue to vary with regard to how strong. A number of factors
will influence the MSLP-H85 height gradient over the region,
including the location/intensity/motion/track of the surface low
and the magnitude of Arctic high pressure extending into the
region from the north -- evaporative cooling associated with
upstream precipitation over Nebraska/Dakotas may augment the
airmass (make it colder, increase surface pressure), for
example. At this time, expect sustained N winds ranging from
30-45 mph and gusts in the 55-65 mph range. Blowing dust may
well accompany the frontal passage.. given the abrupt nature of
the wind shift and very dry antecedent conditions. A High Wind
Warning may ultimately be necessary Sunday evening into Monday
morning.

Hazard (Snow/Blowing Snow): Precipitation is anticipated to
develop on the W and NW periphery of the mid-latitude cyclone as
it progresses ENE-NE from Kansas into Nebraska/Iowa Sunday
night into Monday. Precip magnitude/distribution will highly
depend upon the evolution of the mid-latitude cyclone, which..
in turn.. will highly depend upon the evolution of the
amplifying upper level trough progressing eastward into the
central CONUS -- and smaller scale wave interactions therein
(interactions between Feature 1 and Feature 2, in particular).
Solutions for the Tri-State area range anywhere from no
accumulating snow to 3-6" of snow. It should be reiterated that
*any* snow will further exacerbate already difficult travel
conditions assoc/w strong northerly winds.

&&

.LONG TERM /WEDNESDAY THROUGH SATURDAY/...
Issued at 145 AM MDT Sun Mar 24 2024

Upper ridge will move across the area Wednesday and Thursday
resulting in dry conditions and warming temperatures. Highs on
Wednesday will be in the 50s and highs on Thursday will be in
the upper 60s to lower 70s. May see fire weather concerns on
Thursday west of Highway 83 as relative humidity drops into the
teens and southwesterly winds gust 20 to 30 mph. On Thursday and
Friday, will be under southwest flow aloft between a trough
digging into the southwest CONUS and the ridge to the east.
Cannot rule out a stray shower with any weak embedded wave, but
looks mostly dry. Temperatures continue above normal with highs
in the 60s and 70s. Fire weather may continue to be a concern
both days with low humidity and wind gusts approaching 25 mph.

&&

.AVIATION /06Z TAFS THROUGH 06Z MONDAY/...
Issued at 1025 PM MDT Sat Mar 23 2024

KGLD...VFR conditions are expected from taf issuance through 10z
with winds from the south, gusting to around 30kts. From
11z-16z, sub VFR conditions are expected under stratus and maybe
some fog...winds continue from the south, gusting up to 30kts.
From 17z-23z, southerly winds continue gusting up to 25kts with
VFR conditions expected. After 00z, easterly winds around 11kts
at 00z shift to the north, increasing in speed through the rest
of the taf period, peaking with gusts around 40kts.
Thunderstorms will be possible from 00z-03z with a rain/snow mix
and stratus currently forecast around 03z, then all snow with
blowing snow and sub VFR conditions continuing through the rest
of the taf period.

KMCK...VFR conditions are expected from taf issuance through 08z
with winds from the east-southeast, gusting 25-30kts. From
09z-22z, sub VFR cigs are expected with maybe some fog...winds
continue from the southeast gusting 25-30kts. From 23z-01z, sub
VFR cigs continue with an easterly wind gusting to 25kts.
Thunderstorms will be possible. From 01z-02z, VFR conditions are
anticipated with thunderstorms near the terminal. After 03z, sub
VFR conditions return was winds shift to the north, gusting up
to 35kts. Precipitation type will begin as liquid with
thunderstorms possible, changing over to a rain/snow mix after
about 05z.

&&

.GLD WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
KS...Blizzard Warning from midnight MDT /1 AM CDT/ tonight to
     midnight MDT /1 AM CDT/ Monday night for KSZ001>003-013-
     014.
     High Wind Warning from 9 PM MDT /10 PM CDT/ this evening to
     noon MDT /1 PM CDT/ Monday for KSZ027-041-042.
     Winter Weather Advisory from 6 AM MDT /7 AM CDT/ Monday to
     midnight MDT /1 AM CDT/ Monday night for KSZ004-015-016-
     027>029-041-042.
CO...Blizzard Warning from midnight tonight to midnight MDT Monday
     night for COZ090-091.
     High Wind Warning from 9 PM this evening to noon MDT Monday
     for COZ092.
     Winter Weather Advisory from 6 AM Monday to midnight MDT
     Monday night for COZ092.
NE...Blizzard Warning from midnight MDT /1 AM CDT/ tonight to
     midnight MDT /1 AM CDT/ Monday night for NEZ079>081.

&&

UPDATE...99
SHORT TERM...BV
LONG TERM...024
AVIATION...99
Hazardous weather outlook, Mar 23, 9:05 PM MDT, 5 hours 3 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Goodland KS
905 PM MDT Sat Mar 23 2024

COZ090>092-KSZ001>004-013>016-027>029-041-042-NEZ079>081-250300-
Yuma-Kit Carson-Cheyenne-Rawlins-Decatur-Norton-Sherman-Thomas-
Sheridan-Graham-Wallace-Logan-Gove-Greeley-Wichita-Dundy-Hitchcock-
Red Willow-
905 PM MDT Sat Mar 23 2024 /1005 PM CDT Sat Mar 23 2024/

This hazardous weather outlook is for extreme southwest Nebraska...
northwest Kansas and east central Colorado.

.DAY ONE...TONIGHT...

Hazardous weather is not expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...SUNDAY THROUGH SATURDAY...

A variety of high impact weather will affect the region Sunday
through Monday. Hazardous travel conditions are likely across the
entire Tri-State area, including Interstate 70, late Sunday through
Monday.

South to southwest winds gusting 30 to 45 mph will combine with
above normal temperatures and dry fuels to produce high to extreme
Grassland fire danger on Sunday. All outdoor burning should be
avoided.

Severe thunderstorms capable of producing large hail and damaging
winds may develop in advance of an approaching cold front Sunday
afternoon, mainly along and east of Highway 25 in northwest Kansas.

Very strong northerly winds will develop in the wake of an Arctic
cold frontal passage late Sunday afternoon and evening. Sustained
winds at 30 to 45 mph and gusts ranging from 55 to 65 mph are
expected. The abrupt nature of the wind shift, and sudden onset of
strong northerly winds, possibly accompanied by blowing dust, may
catch motorists off guard, especially along the Interstate 70
corridor in far northwest Kansas and eastern Colorado. Any fires
ongoing will shift their direction of movement abruptly, becoming
nearly impossible to control once the front moves through.

Snow and blowing snow are likely across portions of the area Sunday
night through Monday. While snowfall amounts are uncertain, any
amount of snow with the very strong winds will create significant
reductions in visibility and likely difficult travel conditions.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation will not be needed.

The office that day

Everything else NWS Goodland, KS issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Mar 23, 9:00 PM MDTHigh Wind WatchGLDCheyenne, Kit Carson, Yuma5 hr
Mar 24, 2:06 AM MDTHigh Wind WarningGLDCheyenne24 hr
Mar 24, 2:08 AM MDTWinter Weather AdvisoryGLDCheyenne46 hr
Mar 24, 2:57 PM MDTSpecial Weather StatementGLDDecatur18 min
Mar 24, 4:08 PM MDTTornado Warning Tornado observedGLDGove, Logan, Sheridan, Thomas37 min
Mar 24, 4:33 PM MDTSpecial Weather StatementGLDNorton27 min
Mar 24, 4:35 PM MDTDust Storm WarningGLDGove25 min
Mar 24, 4:37 PM MDTSevere Thunderstorm WarningGLDNorton23 min
Mar 24, 4:43 PM MDTSevere Thunderstorm WarningGLDDecatur, Graham, Norton, Sheridan48 min
Mar 24, 5:00 PM MDTSevere Thunderstorm WarningGLDNorton30 min
Mar 24, 5:03 PM MDTTornado WarningGLDDecatur, Norton27 min

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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.