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Heavy Snow Warning—up to 16 Inches To Hit Five States: ‘Hazardous’

Heavy Snow Warning—up to 16 Inches To Hit Five States: ‘Hazardous’

Summary

A late-season winter storm is expected to bring heavy snow, strong winds, and hazardous driving conditions to parts of Wyoming, Montana, Utah, Washington, and Oregon from Sunday into Monday. The National Weather Service has issued winter storm warnings and advisories for these areas, with some places forecasting up to 16 inches of snow.

Key Facts

  • The storm will affect mountain ranges and nearby low areas in five western U.S. states.
  • Wyoming is expected to face the worst conditions, with up to 16 inches of snow and wind gusts up to 50 mph.
  • Central and northern Wyoming, including the Wind River Mountains East, will see the heaviest snowfall.
  • Montana’s Bighorn Mountains could get up to 10 inches of snow by Monday noon.
  • Utah’s Uinta Mountains may receive up to 14 inches of snow by Monday night.
  • Washington and Oregon Cascades will get between 1 and 6 inches of snow.
  • Strong winds will cause blowing snow and poor visibility, creating dangerous travel conditions.
  • Drivers should be cautious on mountain roads and major highways like Interstate 80 and Highway 14.
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