Blizzard Warning 2, NWS Goodland, KS

013 
WWUS43 KGLD 180757
WSWGLD

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Goodland KS
257 AM CDT Tue Mar 18 2025

KSZ002>004-014>016-028-029-NEZ080-081-182300-
/O.EXT.KGLD.BZ.W.0002.250319T0300Z-250319T1800Z/
Rawlins-Decatur-Norton-Thomas-Sheridan-Graham-Logan-Gove-
Hitchcock-Red Willow-
Including the cities of Quinter, Hoxie, Colby, Grinnell, Atwood,
Stratton Ne, Oberlin, Grainfield, Culbertson, Palisade, McCook,
Oakley, Trenton, Hill City, and Norton
257 AM CDT Tue Mar 18 2025

...BLIZZARD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM 
CDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations up 
  to 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Kansas and 
  southwest Nebraska.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 1 PM CDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Whiteout conditions are expected and will make travel 
  treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Plan on slippery 
  road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the 
  Wednesday morning commute. Strong winds could cause tree damage.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Precipitation will likely start as rain 
  before transitioning over to snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Conditions can deteriorate rapidly in winter weather situations. 
Allow extra time if you must travel. Keep a flashlight, food, and 
water in your vehicle in case of emergency.

Travel on Interstate 70 could become dangerous or impossible due to 
falling or blowing and drifting snow and poor visibility. Whiteout 
conditions often lead to disorientation, resulting in a 
life-threatening situation. Do not travel unless it is absolutely 
necessary.

&&

$$

COZ090-NEZ079-182300-
/O.EXB.KGLD.WS.A.0003.250319T0300Z-250319T1800Z/
Yuma-Dundy-
Including the cities of Benkelman, Wray, and Yuma
157 AM MDT Tue Mar 18 2025

...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH WEDNESDAY 
MORNING...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions possible. Total snow accumulations up 
  to two inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 65 mph.

* WHERE...In Colorado, Yuma County. In Nebraska, Dundy County.

* WHEN...From this evening through Wednesday morning.

* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and 
  blowing snow. Whiteout conditions are possible and may make travel 
  treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Plan on slippery 
  road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the 
  Wednesday morning commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive 
  tree damage.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The biggest uncertainty remains how quickly 
  the cold air moves and rain transitions to snow. This could be 
  similar to the event a few weeks ago where there is a long period 
  of rain before any snow falls.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Prepare for possible blizzard conditions. Continue to monitor the 
latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely 
necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden 
changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the 
motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your 
destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially 
cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is 
winterized and in good working order.

Travel on Interstate 70 could become dangerous or impossible due to 
falling or blowing and drifting snow and poor visibility. Whiteout 
conditions often lead to disorientation, resulting in a 
life-threatening situation. Do not travel unless it is absolutely 
necessary.

&&

$$

COZ091-092-KSZ001-013-027-041-042-182300-
/O.EXT.KGLD.WS.A.0003.250319T0300Z-250319T1800Z/
Kit Carson-Cheyenne-Cheyenne-Sherman-Wallace-Greeley-Wichita-
Including the cities of St. Francis, Burlington, Arapahoe,
Tribune, Bird City, Leoti, Cheyenne Wells, Goodland, and Sharon
Springs
157 AM MDT Tue Mar 18 2025 /257 AM CDT Tue Mar 18 2025/

...WINTER STORM WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH 
WEDNESDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions possible. Total snow accumulations up 
  to two inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 65 mph.

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

* WHEN...From this evening through Wednesday morning.

* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and 
  blowing snow. Whiteout conditions are possible and may make travel 
  treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Plan on slippery 
  road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce 
  visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday 
  morning commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree 
  damage.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The biggest uncertainty remains how quickly 
  the cold air moves and rain transitions to snow. This could be 
  similar to the event a few weeks ago where there is a long period 
  of rain before any snow falls.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Prepare for possible blizzard conditions. Continue to monitor the 
latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely 
necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden 
changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the 
motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your 
destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially 
cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is 
winterized and in good working order.

Travel on Interstate 70 could become dangerous or impossible due to 
falling or blowing and drifting snow and poor visibility. Whiteout 
conditions often lead to disorientation, resulting in a 
life-threatening situation. Do not travel unless it is absolutely 
necessary.

&&

$$

KAK

270 
WWUS43 KGLD 181441
WSWGLD

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Goodland KS
941 AM CDT Tue Mar 18 2025

KSZ001-013-NEZ079-190000-
/O.UPG.KGLD.WS.A.0003.250319T0300Z-250319T1800Z/
/O.EXA.KGLD.BZ.W.0002.250319T0300Z-250319T1800Z/
Cheyenne-Sherman-Dundy-
Including the cities of Goodland, Bird City, St. Francis, and
Benkelman
941 AM CDT Tue Mar 18 2025 /841 AM MDT Tue Mar 18 2025/

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM CDT /9 PM MDT/ THIS EVENING 
TO 1 PM CDT /NOON MDT/ WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations 
  between 1 and 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph resulting 
  in visibilities one quarter mile or less at times.

* WHERE...In Kansas, Cheyenne and Sherman Counties. In Nebraska, 
  Dundy County.

* WHEN...From 10 PM CDT /9 PM MDT/ this evening to 1 PM CDT /noon 
  MDT/ Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Whiteout conditions are expected and will make travel 
  treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Visibilities will 
  drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Plan on 
  treacherous road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact 
  the Wednesday morning commute. Very strong winds along with the 
  snow could cause extensive tree damage and additional stress to 
  power lines.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall amounts may increase if the rainfall 
  can change over to snow quicker.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Conditions can deteriorate rapidly in winter weather situations. 
Allow extra time if you must travel. Keep a flashlight, food, and 
water in your vehicle in case of emergency.

Travel on Interstate 70 could become dangerous or impossible due to 
falling or blowing and drifting snow and poor visibility. Whiteout 
conditions often lead to disorientation, resulting in a 
life-threatening situation. Do not travel unless it is absolutely 
necessary.

Severe winter weather conditions are either occurring or imminent 
which will produce extreme hardship or loss of life for unprotected 
livestock.

&&

$$

KSZ002>004-014>016-028-029-NEZ080-081-190000-
/O.CON.KGLD.BZ.W.0002.250319T0300Z-250319T1800Z/
Rawlins-Decatur-Norton-Thomas-Sheridan-Graham-Logan-Gove-
Hitchcock-Red Willow-
Including the cities of Stratton Ne, Hoxie, Grainfield, Colby,
Palisade, Trenton, Quinter, Oakley, Hill City, McCook, Atwood,
Oberlin, Culbertson, Grinnell, and Norton
941 AM CDT Tue Mar 18 2025

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 
PM CDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations up 
  to 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph resulting in 
  visibilities one quarter mile or less at times.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Kansas and 
  southwest Nebraska.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 1 PM CDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Whiteout conditions are expected and will make travel 
  treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Visibilities will 
  drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Plan on 
  treacherous road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact 
  the Wednesday morning commute. Very strong winds along with the 
  snow could cause extensive tree damage and additional stress to 
  power lines.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall amounts may increase if the rainfall 
  can change over to snow quicker. There remains the potential for a 
  heavier snowband to develop along or east of Highway 83 leading to 
  higher snowfall totals.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Conditions can deteriorate rapidly in winter weather situations. 
Allow extra time if you must travel. Keep a flashlight, food, and 
water in your vehicle in case of emergency.

Travel on Interstate 70 could become dangerous or impossible due to 
falling or blowing and drifting snow and poor visibility. Whiteout 
conditions often lead to disorientation, resulting in a 
life-threatening situation. Do not travel unless it is absolutely 
necessary.

Severe winter weather conditions are either occurring or imminent 
which will produce extreme hardship or loss of life for unprotected 
livestock.

&&

$$

COZ090>092-KSZ027-041-042-190000-
/O.UPG.KGLD.WS.A.0003.250319T0300Z-250319T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KGLD.WW.Y.0011.250319T0300Z-250319T1800Z/
Yuma-Kit Carson-Cheyenne-Wallace-Greeley-Wichita-
Including the cities of Burlington, Yuma, Sharon Springs,
Cheyenne Wells, Tribune, Arapahoe, Leoti, and Wray
841 AM MDT Tue Mar 18 2025 /941 AM CDT Tue Mar 18 2025/

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM MDT /10 PM CDT/ THIS 
EVENING TO NOON MDT /1 PM CDT/ WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and Blowing Snow expected. Total snow accumulations up 
  to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph. The combination of 
  the winds and snow is forecast to reduce to visibilities less than 
  one mile at times.

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

* WHEN...From 9 PM MDT /10 PM CDT/ this evening to noon MDT /1 PM 
  CDT/ Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Roads, especially bridges and overpasses, will likely 
  become slick and hazardous. Plan on slick road conditions and poor 
  visibilities. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce 
  visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday 
  morning commute. Very strong winds along with the snow could cause 
  extensive tree damage and additional stress to power lines.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There is a potential that heavier snowfall 
  may develop across portions of eastern Colorado confidence in this 
  at this time is low due to concerns on the timing of the 
  changeover from rain to all snow similar to a few weeks ago.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. For road conditions in 
Kansas, Nebraska, and Colorado call 511. Do not use GPS for 
alternate routes or go around barricades.

Persons traveling on Interstate 70 will experience travel delays and 
hazardous driving conditions. Use extreme caution if you must travel.

Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use 
extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.

&&

$$

Trigg

857 
WWUS43 KGLD 181905
WSWGLD

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Goodland KS
105 PM MDT Tue Mar 18 2025

COZ090-091-190600-
/O.UPG.KGLD.WW.Y.0011.250319T0300Z-250319T1800Z/
/O.EXA.KGLD.BZ.W.0002.250319T0300Z-250319T1800Z/
Yuma-Kit Carson-
Including the cities of Burlington, Wray, and Yuma
105 PM MDT Tue Mar 18 2025

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON MDT 
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations up 
  to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 70 mph.

* WHERE...Kit Carson and Yuma Counties.

* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to noon MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may 
  down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Whiteout 
  conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and 
  potentially life-threatening. Visibilities will drop below 1/4 
  mile due to falling and blowing snow. Plan on slippery road 
  conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce 
  visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday 
  morning commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree 
  damage.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Precipitation is forecast to initially begin 
  as rain before quickly changing over to snowfall. There are still 
  uncertainties on the exact changeover timing and location for Kit 
  Carson and Yuma counties. The changeover timing will then depend 
  on the snow amounts as well with a quicker occurrence increasing 
  amounts.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Conditions can deteriorate rapidly in winter weather situations. 
Allow extra time if you must travel. Keep a flashlight, food, and 
water in your vehicle in case of emergency.

Travel on Interstate 70 could become dangerous or impossible due to 
falling or blowing and drifting snow and poor visibility. Whiteout 
conditions often lead to disorientation, resulting in a 
life-threatening situation. Do not travel unless it is absolutely 
necessary.

Severe winter weather conditions are either occurring or imminent 
which will produce extreme hardship or loss of life for unprotected 
livestock.

&&

$$

KSZ001>004-013>016-028-029-NEZ079>081-190600-
/O.CON.KGLD.BZ.W.0002.250319T0300Z-250319T1800Z/
Cheyenne-Rawlins-Decatur-Norton-Sherman-Thomas-Sheridan-Graham-
Logan-Gove-Dundy-Hitchcock-Red Willow-
Including the cities of Colby, St. Francis, Oakley, Atwood, Bird
City, Norton, Palisade, Culbertson, Benkelman, Stratton Ne,
Hoxie, Trenton, Quinter, Hill City, Goodland, Grainfield, McCook,
Oberlin, and Grinnell
205 PM CDT Tue Mar 18 2025 /105 PM MDT Tue Mar 18 2025/

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM CDT /9 PM MDT/ THIS 
EVENING TO 1 PM CDT /NOON MDT/ WEDNESDAY...

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

* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Kansas and 
  southwest Nebraska.

* WHEN...From 10 PM CDT /9 PM MDT/ this evening to 1 PM CDT /noon 
  MDT/ Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may 
  down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Whiteout 
  conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and 
  potentially life-threatening. Visibilities will drop below 1/4 
  mile due to falling and blowing snow. Plan on slippery road 
  conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday 
  morning commute. Strong winds could cause tree damage.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall amounts may increase if the rainfall 
  can change over to snow quicker. There remains the potential for a 
  heavier snowband to develop along or east of Highway 83 leading to 
  higher snowfall totals.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Conditions can deteriorate rapidly in winter weather situations. 
Allow extra time if you must travel. Keep a flashlight, food, and 
water in your vehicle in case of emergency.

Travel on Interstate 70 could become dangerous or impossible due to 
falling or blowing and drifting snow and poor visibility. Whiteout 
conditions often lead to disorientation, resulting in a 
life-threatening situation. Do not travel unless it is absolutely 
necessary.

Severe winter weather conditions are either occurring or imminent 
which will produce extreme hardship or loss of life for unprotected 
livestock.

&&

$$

COZ092-KSZ027-041-042-190600-
/O.CON.KGLD.WW.Y.0011.250319T0300Z-250319T1800Z/
Cheyenne-Wallace-Greeley-Wichita-
Including the cities of Sharon Springs, Cheyenne Wells, Tribune,
Arapahoe, and Leoti
105 PM MDT Tue Mar 18 2025 /205 PM CDT Tue Mar 18 2025/

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM MDT /10 PM 
CDT/ THIS EVENING TO NOON MDT /1 PM CDT/ WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to one inch. 
  Winds gusting as high as 70 mph.

* WHERE...In Colorado, Cheyenne County. In Kansas, Greeley, Wallace, 
  and Wichita Counties.

* WHEN...From 9 PM MDT /10 PM CDT/ this evening to noon MDT /1 PM 
  CDT/ Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Roads, especially bridges and overpasses, will likely 
  become slick and hazardous. Plan on slick road conditions and poor 
  visibilities. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce 
  visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday 
  morning commute. Very strong winds along with the snow could cause 
  extensive tree damage and additional stress to power lines.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There is a potential that heavier snowfall 
  may develop across portions of Cheyenne county confidence in this 
  at this time is low due to concerns on the timing of the rain to 
  snow changeover.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. For road conditions in 
Kansas, Nebraska, and Colorado call 511. Do not use GPS for 
alternate routes or go around barricades.

Persons traveling on Interstate 70 will experience travel delays and 
hazardous driving conditions. Use extreme caution if you must travel.

Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use 
extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.

&&

$$

Trigg

553 
WWUS43 KGLD 190619
WSWGLD

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Goodland KS
1219 AM MDT Wed Mar 19 2025

COZ090-091-KSZ001>004-013>016-028-029-NEZ079>081-191800-
/O.CON.KGLD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-250319T1800Z/
Yuma-Kit Carson-Cheyenne-Rawlins-Decatur-Norton-Sherman-Thomas-
Sheridan-Graham-Logan-Gove-Dundy-Hitchcock-Red Willow-
Including the cities of Goodland, Trenton, Palisade, Grinnell,
Oakley, Wray, Hoxie, Burlington, Grainfield, Stratton Ne, McCook,
Culbertson, Yuma, Colby, Atwood, Bird City, Hill City, Norton,
St. Francis, Quinter, Benkelman, and Oberlin
1219 AM MDT Wed Mar 19 2025 /119 AM CDT Wed Mar 19 2025/

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT /1 PM CDT/ 
TODAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations between 
  2 and 4 inches. Locations east of Highway 25 could see an 
  additional 4 to 12 inches. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until noon MDT /1 PM CDT/ today.

* IMPACTS...The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may 
  down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Whiteout 
  conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and 
  potentially life-threatening. Visibilities will drop below 1/4 
  mile due to falling and blowing snow. Plan on slippery road 
  conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce 
  visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday 
  morning commute. Strong winds could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Conditions can deteriorate rapidly in winter weather situations. 
Allow extra time if you must travel. Keep a flashlight, food, and 
water in your vehicle in case of emergency.

Travel on Interstate 70 could become dangerous or impossible due to 
falling or blowing and drifting snow and poor visibility. Whiteout 
conditions often lead to disorientation, resulting in a 
life-threatening situation. Do not travel unless it is absolutely 
necessary.

Severe winter weather conditions are either occurring or imminent 
which will produce extreme hardship or loss of life for unprotected 
livestock.

&&

$$

COZ092-KSZ027-041-042-191800-
/O.CON.KGLD.WW.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-250319T1800Z/
Cheyenne-Wallace-Greeley-Wichita-
Including the cities of Sharon Springs, Arapahoe, Cheyenne Wells,
Tribune, and Leoti
1219 AM MDT Wed Mar 19 2025 /119 AM CDT Wed Mar 19 2025/

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT /1 PM 
CDT/ TODAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to four inches. 
  Winds gusting as high as 65 mph.

* WHERE...In Colorado, Cheyenne County. In Kansas, Greeley, Wallace, 
  and Wichita Counties.

* WHEN...Until noon MDT /1 PM CDT/ today.

* IMPACTS...Roads, especially bridges and overpasses, will likely 
  become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning commute. 
  Strong winds could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. For road conditions in 
Kansas, Nebraska, and Colorado call 511. Do not use GPS for 
alternate routes or go around barricades.

Persons traveling on Interstate 70 will experience travel delays and 
hazardous driving conditions. Use extreme caution if you must travel.

Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use 
extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.

&&

$$

KAK

926 
WWUS43 KGLD 191505
WSWGLD

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Goodland KS
905 AM MDT Wed Mar 19 2025

COZ090-091-KSZ001>004-013>016-028-029-NEZ079>081-191800-
/O.CON.KGLD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-250319T1800Z/
Yuma-Kit Carson-Cheyenne-Rawlins-Decatur-Norton-Sherman-Thomas-
Sheridan-Graham-Logan-Gove-Dundy-Hitchcock-Red Willow-
Including the cities of Oakley, Grinnell, Benkelman, Palisade,
Norton, Burlington, Quinter, St. Francis, Wray, Culbertson,
Stratton Ne, Bird City, Colby, Trenton, McCook, Hoxie, Hill City,
Goodland, Yuma, Grainfield, Oberlin, and Atwood
905 AM MDT Wed Mar 19 2025 /1005 AM CDT Wed Mar 19 2025/

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT /1 PM CDT/ 
TODAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations up to 
  one inch east of US Highway 83. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until noon MDT /1 PM CDT/ today.

* IMPACTS...The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may 
  down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Whiteout 
  conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and 
  potentially life-threatening. Visibilities will drop below 1/4 
  mile due to falling and blowing snow. Plan on slippery road 
  conditions. Strong winds could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Conditions can deteriorate rapidly in winter weather situations. 
Allow extra time if you must travel. Keep a flashlight, food, and 
water in your vehicle in case of emergency.

Travel on Interstate 70 could become dangerous or impossible due to 
falling or blowing and drifting snow and poor visibility. Whiteout 
conditions often lead to disorientation, resulting in a 
life-threatening situation. Do not travel unless it is absolutely 
necessary.

Severe winter weather conditions are either occurring or imminent 
which will produce extreme hardship or loss of life for unprotected 
livestock.

&&

$$

COZ092-KSZ027-041-042-191800-
/O.CON.KGLD.WW.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-250319T1800Z/
Cheyenne-Wallace-Greeley-Wichita-
Including the cities of Cheyenne Wells, Tribune, Arapahoe, Leoti,
and Sharon Springs
905 AM MDT Wed Mar 19 2025 /1005 AM CDT Wed Mar 19 2025/

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT /1 PM 
CDT/ TODAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Little to no additional snow accumulations. Winds 
  gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...In Colorado, Cheyenne County. In Kansas, Greeley, Wallace, 
  and Wichita Counties.

* WHEN...Until noon MDT /1 PM CDT/ today.

* IMPACTS...Roads, especially bridges and overpasses, will likely 
  become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. 
  Strong winds could cause tree damage.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strong winds combining with the areas 
  that received snow will lead to blowing snow and occasional 
  visibility reductions to a mile or less.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. For road conditions in 
Kansas, Nebraska, and Colorado call 511. Do not use GPS for 
alternate routes or go around barricades.

Persons traveling on Interstate 70 will experience travel delays and 
hazardous driving conditions. Use extreme caution if you must travel.

Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use 
extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.

&&

$$

SRF

698 
WWUS43 KGLD 191740
WSWGLD

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Goodland KS
1140 AM MDT Wed Mar 19 2025

COZ090-091-191845-
/O.EXP.KGLD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-250319T1800Z/
Yuma-Kit Carson-
Including the cities of Yuma, Wray, and Burlington
1140 AM MDT Wed Mar 19 2025

...BLIZZARD WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT NOON MDT TODAY...

Strong northerly winds of 50 to 60 mph may occasionally produce 
blowing snow as temperatures warm this afternoon, but visibility 
restrictions will only be below 3 miles at times.

$$

COZ092-KSZ027-041-042-191845-
/O.EXP.KGLD.WW.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-250319T1800Z/
Cheyenne-Wallace-Greeley-Wichita-
Including the cities of Cheyenne Wells, Tribune, Arapahoe, Leoti,
and Sharon Springs
1140 AM MDT Wed Mar 19 2025 /1240 PM CDT Wed Mar 19 2025/

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT NOON MDT /1 PM CDT/ 
TODAY...

Strong northerly winds of 50 to 60 mph may occasionally produce 
blowing snow as temperatures warm this afternoon, but visibility 
restrictions will only be below 3 miles at times.

$$

KSZ001>004-013>016-028-029-NEZ079>081-200000-
/O.EXT.KGLD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-250320T0000Z/
Cheyenne-Rawlins-Decatur-Norton-Sherman-Thomas-Sheridan-Graham-
Logan-Gove-Dundy-Hitchcock-Red Willow-
Including the cities of Oakley, Grinnell, Benkelman, Palisade,
Norton, Quinter, St. Francis, Culbertson, Stratton Ne, Bird City,
Colby, Trenton, McCook, Hoxie, Hill City, Goodland, Grainfield,
Oberlin, and Atwood
1240 PM CDT Wed Mar 19 2025 /1140 AM MDT Wed Mar 19 2025/

...BLIZZARD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT /6 PM MDT/ THIS 
EVENING...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph will 
  continue to produce ground blizzard conditions this afternoon. 
  Expect the conditions to improve through the afternoon as the 
  winds gradually decrease and temperatures warm.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Kansas and 
  southwest Nebraska.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT /6 PM MDT/ this evening.

* IMPACTS...The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may 
  down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Whiteout 
  conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and 
  potentially life-threatening. Visibilities will drop below 1/4 
  mile due to falling and blowing snow. Plan on slippery road 
  conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday 
  evening commute. Strong winds could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Conditions can deteriorate rapidly in winter weather situations. 
Allow extra time if you must travel. Keep a flashlight, food, and 
water in your vehicle in case of emergency.

Travel on Interstate 70 could become dangerous or impossible due to 
falling or blowing and drifting snow and poor visibility. Whiteout 
conditions often lead to disorientation, resulting in a 
life-threatening situation. Do not travel unless it is absolutely 
necessary.

Severe winter weather conditions are either occurring or imminent 
which will produce extreme hardship or loss of life for unprotected 
livestock.

&&

$$

SRF

864 
WWUS43 KGLD 192346
WSWGLD

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Goodland KS
646 PM CDT Wed Mar 19 2025

KSZ001>004-013>016-028-029-NEZ079>081-200100-
/O.EXP.KGLD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-250320T0000Z/
Cheyenne-Rawlins-Decatur-Norton-Sherman-Thomas-Sheridan-Graham-
Logan-Gove-Dundy-Hitchcock-Red Willow-
Including the cities of Norton, Quinter, Goodland, Culbertson,
Oakley, Benkelman, Trenton, Atwood, Stratton Ne, Hill City,
Palisade, Bird City, Grainfield, Oberlin, Colby, McCook,
Grinnell, St. Francis, and Hoxie
646 PM CDT Wed Mar 19 2025 /546 PM MDT Wed Mar 19 2025/

...BLIZZARD WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 7 PM CDT /6 PM MDT/ THIS 
EVENING...

The threat has ended.

$$

DDT

Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Goodland KS
937 PM MDT Mon Mar 17 2025

.KEY MESSAGES...

- Dangerous fire weather conditions are forecast Tuesday as the
  Fire Weather Watch has been upgraded to a Red Flag Warning
  along with expansion of the area. SW winds gusting to 50 to 55
  mph are forecast along with a wind shift to the NW later in
  the day.

- High Wind Watch remains in effect for the entire area Tuesday
  evening through Wednesday afternoon.

- Winter Storm Watch remains in effect with the addition of
  Hitchcock county. Blizzard conditions remain forecasted into
  the day Wednesday.

&&

.SHORT TERM /THROUGH TUESDAY NIGHT/...
Issued at 251 PM MDT Mon Mar 17 2025

Upper level cirrus across the Rockies is ongoing which has tempered
winds overall some allowing for not consistent mixing of winds down
to the surface to occur. The Red Flag Warning for portions of
the area remains where more consistent wind gusts of 25-30 mph
are occurring. As mentioned in the update, winds across Yuma
county were a little more marginal but due to the potential for
wind gusts of 30- 40 mph if full mixing did occur would lead to
the fire weather potential for which the warning was issued for.
Typically, I would not have issued given what the low level
winds looked like, but given the potential for breezy to gusty
winds if the fully mixing would have panned out would have lead
to the potential for quickly spreading fires. Overnight winds
are forecast to remain mainly southerly helping keep
temperatures above the mid 30s for lows across the entire area.

Tuesday, will be the start of a potential high impact, multi hazard
day. A developing surface low across eastern Colorado will
essentially remain in place throughout the day leading to a
continued fetch of southwesterly winds promoting warmer and dry
conditions for much of the area.  A developing 850mb jet through the
afternoon will lead to wind gusts up to 50 mph and perhaps even
stronger if winds are able to tap into the 700mb flow, which was
seen via the 12Z run of the HRRR. A wind shift to the NW is also
forecast during the late afternoon and into the evening hours. All
of this combined will lead to a concerning fire weather setup along
with the  extreme grassland fire danger for areas along and south of
Interstate 70. Perhaps the only thing keeping the fire day from
being any worse is that the ERC (Energy Release Component) is
in the 50th to 70th percentile with the higher amounts across
Cheyenne, Greeley, Wichita an Wallace counties. Any fire that
develops will burn furiously. There is also the potential for
blowing along and south of Interstate 70. There is concern for
plumes of dust originating from southeast Colorado and may be
advected into the area with the favored area being Cheyenne
(CO), Wallace, Greeley and Wichita counties. However confidence
is low in how long the dust can remain "capped" due to higher
2.2.5 lapse rates being around 8 C/KM which would allow dust to
diffuse into the air, which would lead to more of an air quality
issue. There is the potential should any dust develop for
localized brownout conditions especially next to open fields or
any other source regions.

Tuesday night, the cold front is currently forecast to move into the
area around 6-8pm MT. Cold fronts do occasionally have the
tendency to move quicker than guidance suggests so will need to
keep a close eye on that. If that does occur then the potential
for a haboob will increase. At this time am thinking this is
around a 10% chance. Behind the front winds are forecast to
increase rapidly as both GFS and NAM both show 11-15mb pressure
rises along with a very quickly developing and strong wind
field. GFS is the most aggressive with wind gusts of 50-55
knots near the surface and winds around 70 knots around the
775-725mb range. Have issued a High Wind Watch for the entire
area due to this, currently messaging 65 mph wind gusts. If the
GFS is correct wind gusts exceeding 70 mph is possible.
Typically a overnight high wind event does struggle to pan out
but do think the pressure rises will be enough to overcome this.

precipitation is also forecasted to increase behind the front
as well with rain initially before changing over to all snow
through the night as cold air advection increases. The
combination of the wind and the snow is forecast to lead to near
blizzard to blizzard conditions for most of the area. The Watch
area remains the same but have added Hitchcock county into the
watch as well. I am continuing to watch the potential for
convective snow across the east, as the RAP and NAM both show
around 200 j/kg of MUCAPE roughly along and east of Highway 83.
Current forecast is around 1-3 inches across the area, but at
this time currently have low confidence due to the the warm
surface temperatures, if the rain will melt the snow, have
precip type issues and if the convective band will occur or not.
At this time am thinking the most likely, definition of a
blizzard conditions will occur across the east due to the better
potential for accumulating snow and the potential for
additional re-lofting of snow. The combination of the strong
winds and snow will also add additional stress to trees and
power lines may lead to power outage issues. The snow is
forecast to end west to east through the morning hours before
being completely out of the area by the early afternoon hours
but the wind is forecast to continue however.

&&

.LONG TERM /WEDNESDAY THROUGH MONDAY/...
Issued at 251 PM MDT Mon Mar 17 2025

Thursday, mid level ridging moves across the area. Breezy southwest
winds are forecast to continue as a surface trough moves across the
area. Another day of critical fire weather conditions does remain
possible for southern and western portions of the area at this
time.

Friday, is forecast to see another quickly developing surface low
develop on top of the area. Increasing wind fields through the day
is forecast to lead to another day of gusty winds potentially
approaching 55 mph. Some very subtle moisture advection looks
to occur across the area which may lead to some rain and snow
chances currently favored along and north of Interstate 70 at
this time.

The active pattern is then forecast to continue as yet another low
pressure system and cold front move across the area. At this time,
it is to soon to identify the exact details and where of potential
hazards. This one does seem to have a little more moisture ahead of
the front so may need to keep an eye on thunderstorm potential.

The current forecast temperatures are currently forecast to be a
little more seasonable with highs in the 50s and 60s currently for
the entire area. A potential more tranquil pattern may emerge next
week with signals of a ridge developing.

&&

.AVIATION /06Z TAFS THROUGH 06Z WEDNESDAY/...
Issued at 936 PM MDT Mon Mar 17 2025

For KGLD, VFR conditions expected through the forecast period. 6sm
in blowing dust also possible from 20z-01z. Winds, southwest
10-20kts through 20z, then increasing to around 25-35kts. By
01z Wednesday, as a front moves through the area, winds go west
20-30kts shifting northwest by 02z, then north from 04z onward
30-40kts.

For KMCK, VFR conditions expected through much of the forecast
period. MVFR ceilings possible from 05z Wednesday onward. Winds,
light/variable through 20z, then becoming southwest 10-15kts.
Gusts to 25kts from 22z-00z. By 00z Wednesday, winds shift
westerly due to a front pushing into the area around 15-30kts.
By 03z, north-northeast around 25-35kts. LLWS 06z-20z Tuesday
200@35kts.

&&

.GLD WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
KS...High Wind Watch from Tuesday evening through Wednesday morning
     for KSZ001>004-013>016-027>029-041-042.
     Red Flag Warning from 10 AM MDT /11 AM CDT/ to 8 PM MDT /9 PM
     CDT/ Tuesday for KSZ001>004-013>016-027>029-041-042.
     Winter Storm Watch from late Tuesday night through Wednesday
     morning for KSZ001>004-013>016-027>029-041-042.
CO...High Wind Watch from Tuesday evening through Wednesday morning
     for COZ090>092.
     Red Flag Warning from 10 AM to 8 PM MDT Tuesday for COZ253-254.
     Winter Storm Watch from late Tuesday night through Wednesday
     morning for COZ091-092.
NE...High Wind Watch from Tuesday evening through Wednesday morning
     for NEZ079>081.
     Winter Storm Watch from late Tuesday night through Wednesday
     afternoon for NEZ080-081.

&&

SHORT TERM...Trigg
LONG TERM...Trigg
AVIATION...JN

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Goodland KS
659 PM MDT Mon Mar 17 2025

COZ090>092-KSZ001>004-013>016-027>029-041-042-NEZ079>081-190100-
Yuma-Kit Carson-Cheyenne-Rawlins-Decatur-Norton-Sherman-Thomas-
Sheridan-Graham-Wallace-Logan-Gove-Greeley-Wichita-Dundy-Hitchcock-
Red Willow-
659 PM MDT Mon Mar 17 2025 /759 PM CDT Mon Mar 17 2025/

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

.DAY ONE...TONIGHT...

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...TUESDAY THROUGH MONDAY...

Tuesday, a Red Flag Warning is in effect for all zones except those
along Highway 34. Gusty to windy southwest winds up to 50 to 55 mph
are forecast to develop during the late morning and last through the
evening resulting in critical fire weather conditions along with
multiple hours of extreme grassland fire danger. Blowing dust may
accompany the strong winds potentially leading to 1 mile or less
visibilities especially near open fields.

Dangerous travel conditions Tuesday night through mid day Wednesday,
when strong northerly winds will be accompanied by rain and snow.
Blizzard conditions are possible. A Winter Storm Watch remains in
effect late Tuesday evening through mid day Wednesday for the
majority of the area, everywhere except Yuma, Dundy counties. Travel
may be difficult or impossible along portions of the I-70 corridor
in eastern Colorado and northwest Kansas Tuesday night and Wednesday
morning. Blizzard conditions may severely harm livestock and other
outdoor animals.

A High Wind Watch remains in effect for the entire area Tuesday
evening through the early afternoon Wednesday. North winds gusting up
to 65 mph are currently forecast. The combination of the high winds
and snow will create additional stress on trees and power lines which
may lead to power outages.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected tonight.