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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Junction CO
226 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

COZ004-061200-
/O.CON.KGJT.WS.W.0007.251206T0000Z-251207T0600Z/
/O.CON.KGJT.WW.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-251206T0000Z/
Elkhead and Park Mountains-
Including the cities of Columbine, Hahns Peak, and Toponas
226 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow
  accumulations up to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.
  For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total snow
  accumulations between 12 and 24 inches with locally higher amounts
  possible. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Elkhead and Park Mountains.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 5 PM MST this
  afternoon. For the Winter Storm Warning, until 11 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult to impossible at times,
  especially Friday night into Saturday morning. Gusty winds could
  bring down tree branches. Roads, and especially bridges and
  overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous.

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.

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely
necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter
storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains,
booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing.
Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help
you survive in case you become stranded.

&&

$$

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Junction CO
226 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

COZ010-012-061200-
/O.CON.KGJT.WS.W.0007.251206T0600Z-251207T0600Z/
Gore and Elk Mountains/Central Mountain Valleys-West Elk and
Sawatch Mountains-
Including the cities of Aspen, Snowmass, Vail, Vail Pass, Minturn,
Crested Butte, Taylor Park, Marble, Monarch Pass, and McClure Pass
226 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO
11 PM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and
  16 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Gore and Elk Mountains/Central Mountain Valleys and West
  Elk and Sawatch Mountains.

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 11 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible at times,
  especially Friday night into Saturday morning. Gusty winds could
  bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, warm clothes,
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.

&&

$$

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Junction CO
226 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

COZ013-061200-
/O.CON.KGJT.WS.W.0007.251206T0000Z-251207T0600Z/
Flat Tops-
Including the cities of Buford and Trappers Lake
226 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 8 and
  18 inches with locally higher amounts possible. Winds gusting as
  high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Flat Tops and Gore and Elk Mountains/Central Mountain
  Valleys.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult to impossible at times,
  especially Friday night into Saturday morning. Gusty winds could
  bring down tree branches. Roads, and especially bridges and
  overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely
necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter
storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains,
booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing.
Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help
you survive in case you become stranded.

&&

$$

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
220 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

WYZ112-114-061200-
/O.CON.KCYS.WS.W.0011.000000T0000Z-251207T1200Z/
Sierra Madre Range-Snowy Range-
Including the cities of Albany and Centennial
220 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 1 and
  2 feet. Higher amounts possible above 10000 feet. Winds gusting as
  high as 65 mph will lead to blowing snow and reduced visibility.

* WHERE...Sierra Madre Range and Snowy Range.

* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Outdoor recreation could become life threatening to
  those caught unprepared for severe winter conditions. Hikers and
  snowmobilers may easily become disoriented. Frostbite and
  hypothermia can develop quickly. Widespread blowing snow could
  significantly reduce visibility and lead to dangerous travel
  conditions. Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Very
  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.

&&

$$

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
203 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

COZ058-060-060515-
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.W.0012.251206T0600Z-251207T0600Z/
Western Mosquito Range/East Lake County Above 11000 Feet-Eastern
Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Including Bonanza and Climax
203 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO
11 PM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy wind driven snow expected. Total snow accumulations
  between 10 and 20 inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Sawatch Mountains and Western Mosquito Range, East
  Lake County Above 11000 Feet.

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 11 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. S

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.

&&

$$

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Denver CO
135 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

COZ031-060630-
/O.CON.KBOU.WS.W.0007.251206T0600Z-251207T0600Z/
/O.CON.KBOU.WW.Y.0030.000000T0000Z-251206T0600Z/
West Jackson and West Grand Counties Above 9000 Feet-
Including the cities of Mt Zirkel
135 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST THIS
EVENING...
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO
11 PM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow
  accumulations between 2 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40
  mph. For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow and blowing snow
  expected. Total snow accumulations between 12 and 24 inches, with
  isolated totals up to 30 inches possible. Winds gusting as high as
  65 mph.

* WHERE...Rabbit Ears Pass.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 11 PM MST this
  evening. For the Winter Storm Warning, from 11 PM this evening to
  11 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult to impossible. Widespread
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest snow is expected to fall late
  tonight through the first half of Saturday. Significant blowing
  snow is expected as winds increase late Saturday morning into
  Saturday afternoon.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

It is strongly recommended to alter travel plans in the northern
Colorado mountains Friday night through Saturday night. If you must
travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in
case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for Colorado can be
obtained by calling 5 1 1 or by going to www.cotrip.org.

&&

$$

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Denver CO
135 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

COZ032-060630-
/O.EXA.KBOU.WS.W.0007.251206T0600Z-251207T0600Z/
Grand and Summit Counties Below 9000 Feet-
Including the cities of Fraser, Grand Lake, Hot Sulphur Springs,
Dillon, Granby, and Kremmling
135 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 11 PM
MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow
  accumulations between 5 and 11 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50
  mph.

* WHERE...Grand and Summit Counties Below 9000 Feet.

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 11 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Snow and blowing snow could reduce visibility to a
  quarter mile or less. Travel could be very difficult.

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
Colorado can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or by going to
www.cotrip.org.

&&

$$

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Denver CO
135 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

COZ033-034-060630-
/O.CON.KBOU.WS.W.0007.251206T0600Z-251207T0600Z/
South and East Jackson/Larimer/North and Northeast
Grand/Northwest Boulder Counties Above 9000 Feet-South and
Southeast Grand/West Central and Southwest Boulder/Gilpin/Clear
Creek/Summit/North and West Park Counties Above 9000 Feet-
Including the cities of Berthoud Pass, East Slopes Southern Gore
Range, Winter Park, Laramie and Medicine Bow Mountains, Breckenridge,
East Slopes Mosquito Range, Williams Fork Mountains, Cameron Pass,
Indian Peaks, Rabbit Ears Range, Mount Blue Sky, Kenosha Mountains,
Eisenhower Tunnel, Rocky Mountain National Park, and Willow Creek
Pass
135 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO
11 PM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow
  accumulations between 7 and 15 inches, with isolated totals up to
  20 inches possible. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph.

* WHERE...Rocky Mountain National Park and the Medicine Bow Range,
  and The Mountains of Summit County, the Mosquito Range, and the
  Indian Peaks.

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 11 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Snow and blowing snow will reduce visibility to a quarter
  mile or less. Near blizzard conditions are possible, especially
  Saturday morning. Travel will be very difficult to impossible, with
  road closures possible.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest snow is expected to fall late
  tonight through the first half of Saturday, with light to moderate
  snow Saturday afternoon and Saturday night. Significant blowing
  snow is expected as winds increase late Saturday morning into
  Saturday afternoon.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

It is strongly recommended to alter travel plans in the Colorado
mountains Friday night through Saturday night. If you must travel,
keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of
an emergency. The latest road conditions for Colorado can be obtained
by calling 5 1 1 or by going to www.cotrip.org.

&&

$$


High Wind Warning


URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
216 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

WYZ115-117-061200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0050.251206T0900Z-251207T0000Z/
Laramie Valley-South Laramie Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Laramie, Horse Creek, Whitaker, Federal,
and Bosler
216 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 5 PM MST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.

* WHERE...Laramie Valley and South Laramie Range Foothills.

* WHEN...From 2 AM to 5 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

CG

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
216 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

WYZ106-109-110-116-061200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0050.251206T0300Z-251207T0000Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-Central Carbon
County-North Snowy Range Foothills-South Laramie Range-
Including the cities of Bordeaux, Buford, Vedauwoo, Arlington,
Pumpkin Vine, Rawlins, and Elk Mountain
216 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 5
PM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected.

* WHERE...Southeast Wyoming wind-prone areas including Interstate 80
  near Arlington and the Summit and Interstate 25 near Bordeaux, and
  Central Carbon County.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 5 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
216 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

WYZ118-061200-
/O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0043.251206T0900Z-251206T2100Z/
/O.EXB.KCYS.HW.W.0050.251206T0900Z-251206T2100Z/
Central Laramie County-
Including the cities of Cheyenne
216 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 2 PM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.

* WHERE...Central Laramie County.

* WHEN...From 2 AM to 2 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.

&&

$$


Avalanche Warning


COZ004-010-031-034-062345-
BULLETIN - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED AVALANCHE WARNING
COLORADO AVALANCHE INFORMATION CENTER
RELAYED BY NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE DENVER/BOULDER CO
443 PM MST FRI DEC 05 2025

THE FOLLOWING MESSAGE IS TRANSMITTED AT THE REQUEST OF THE
COLORADO AVALANCHE INFORMATION CENTER.

...AVALANCHE WARNING IN EFFECT THROUGH 5 PM SATURDAY...

*WHAT...Very dangerous avalanche conditions. The Avalanche Danger is
HIGH (Level 4 of 5) through Saturday

*WHERE...Park Range and the Gore Range

*WHEN...Expect very dangerous avalanche conditions through Saturday
at 5 PM.

*IMPACTS...Heavy snow and strong winds are creating very dangerous
avalanche conditions. Large and dangerous avalanches are easy to
trigger. Large avalanches will release naturally from wind-loaded
slopes.

*PRECAUTION/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...Travel in backcountry avalanche
terrain is not recommended through Saturday. Avoid travel on and
under slopes with a slope angle steeper than about 30 degrees. You
can findmore detailed information at colorado.gov/avalanche

JK

$$


Winter Weather Advisory


URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Junction CO
226 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

COZ005-061200-
/O.CON.KGJT.WW.Y.0028.251206T0000Z-251207T0600Z/
Upper Yampa River Basin-
Including the cities of Steamboat Springs
226 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 12
  inches with locally higher amounts possible. Winds gusting as high
  as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Upper Yampa River Basin.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be hazardous to very difficult at times,
  especially this evening into Saturday morning. The hazardous
  conditions could impact the Friday evening 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.

&&

$$

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Junction CO
226 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

COZ008-061200-
/O.CON.KGJT.WW.Y.0028.251206T0600Z-251207T0600Z/
Central Colorado River Basin-
Including the cities of Edwards, Eagle, Gypsum, Glenwood Springs,
Carbondale, and Basalt
226 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING
TO 11 PM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 9
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Central Colorado River Basin.

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 11 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be hazardous to difficult at times,
  especially Friday night into Saturday morning.

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.

&&

$$

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Junction CO
226 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

COZ018-061200-
/O.EXA.KGJT.WW.Y.0028.251206T0600Z-251207T0600Z/
Northwest San Juan Mountains-
Including the cities of Telluride, Lizard Head Pass, Ouray, Red Mtn
Pass, and Lake City
226 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 11
PM MST SATURDAY ABOVE 9000 FEET...

* WHAT...Snow expected above 9000 feet. Total snow accumulations
  between 6 and 12 inches with locally higher amounts. Winds gusting
  as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Northwest San Juan Mountains.

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 11 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible at times,
  especially Friday night into Saturday morning. 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.

&&

$$

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
203 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

COZ059-060515-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0028.251206T0600Z-251207T0600Z/
Leadville Vicinity/Lake County Below 11000 Feet-
Including Leadville
203 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING
TO 11 PM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph causing areas of blowing
  snow.

* WHERE...Leadville Vicinity and Lake County Below 11000 Feet.

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 11 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible.

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.

&&

$$

Visit us at http://www.weather.gov/pub

KAM

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
203 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

COZ061-060515-
/O.EXA.KPUB.WW.Y.0028.251206T0600Z-251207T0600Z/
Western Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet-
Including Granite, Alpine, and St Elmo
203 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 11
PM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 10
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Western Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet.

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 11 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
  likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult.

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.

&&

$$

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Denver CO
135 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

COZ030-060630-
/O.NEW.KBOU.WW.Y.0031.251206T0600Z-251207T0600Z/
Jackson County Below 9000 Feet-
Including the cities of North Park, Rand, Spicer, Gould, and Walden
135 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 11 PM
MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations
  between 3 and 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...North Park.

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 11 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions
for Colorado can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or by going to
www.cotrip.org.

&&

$$

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

Hiris

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Denver CO
135 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

COZ031-060630-
/O.CON.KBOU.WS.W.0007.251206T0600Z-251207T0600Z/
/O.CON.KBOU.WW.Y.0030.000000T0000Z-251206T0600Z/
West Jackson and West Grand Counties Above 9000 Feet-
Including the cities of Mt Zirkel
135 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST THIS
EVENING...
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO
11 PM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow
  accumulations between 2 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40
  mph. For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow and blowing snow
  expected. Total snow accumulations between 12 and 24 inches, with
  isolated totals up to 30 inches possible. Winds gusting as high as
  65 mph.

* WHERE...Rabbit Ears Pass.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 11 PM MST this
  evening. For the Winter Storm Warning, from 11 PM this evening to
  11 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult to impossible. Widespread
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest snow is expected to fall late
  tonight through the first half of Saturday. Significant blowing
  snow is expected as winds increase late Saturday morning into
  Saturday afternoon.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

It is strongly recommended to alter travel plans in the northern
Colorado mountains Friday night through Saturday night. If you must
travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in
case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for Colorado can be
obtained by calling 5 1 1 or by going to www.cotrip.org.

&&

$$


Hazardous Weather Outlook


Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
323 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

NEZ002-003-019>021-054-055-095-096-WYZ101>119-062230-
Dawes County-Box Butte County-Scotts Bluff County-Banner County-
Morrill County-Kimball County-Cheyenne County-
Northern Sioux County-Southern Sioux County-
Converse County Lower Elevations-Niobrara County-
North Laramie Range-Ferris/Seminoe/Shirley Mountains-
Shirley Basin-Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
East Platte County-Goshen County-Central Carbon County-
North Snowy Range Foothills-Southwest Carbon County-
Sierra Madre Range-Upper North Platte River Basin-Snowy Range-
Laramie Valley-South Laramie Range-South Laramie Range Foothills-
Central Laramie County-East Laramie County-
323 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

This hazardous weather outlook is for portions of panhandle
Nebraska...east central Wyoming...south central Wyoming and
southeast Wyoming.

.DAY ONE...THIS AFTERNOON AND TONIGHT

- High wind warnings in effect tonight through Saturday for the
  wind prones and areas immediately along the lee side of the
  Laramie range

- Areas of blowing snow may impact travel conditions in the
  wind prone areas of southeast Wyoming.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...SATURDAY THROUGH THURSDAY

- Prolonged period of mountain snow expected through Sunday
  morning. Winter Storm Warnings have been issued for Sierra
  Madre and Snowy Ranges.

.Spotter information statement...

Spotter activation will not be needed.

$$

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service North Platte NE
234 PM CST Fri Dec 5 2025

NEZ004>010-022>029-035>038-056>059-069>071-094-062045-
Sheridan-Eastern Cherry-Keya Paha-Boyd-Brown-Rock-Holt-Garden-Grant-
Hooker-Thomas-Blaine-Loup-Garfield-Wheeler-Arthur-McPherson-Logan-
Custer-Deuel-Keith-Perkins-Lincoln-Chase-Hayes-Frontier-
Western Cherry-
234 PM CST Fri Dec 5 2025 /134 PM MST Fri Dec 5 2025/

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of western and north
central Nebraska.

.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight.

A few light showers are possible across far north central Nebraska.
While precipitation should largely fall as rain, a few instances of
snow will be possible, though no accumulations are expected.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday.

Precipitation chances return early Saturday as a disturbance moves
out of Wyoming. Precipitation initially may fall as a wintry mix
with an eventual transition to all snow by late morning continuing
through the afternoon. At this time, accumulations appear to be
limited to far north central Nebraska. Up to one inch of snow is
possible for portions of Boyd and Holt Counties and little to no
accumulations elsewhere. Folks traveling during the day Saturday
should closely monitor for rapidly changing weather conditions.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

$$

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Denver/Boulder CO
1047 AM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

COZ030>051-061800-
Jackson County Below 9000 Feet-
West Jackson and West Grand Counties Above 9000 Feet-
Grand and Summit Counties Below 9000 Feet-
South and East Jackson/Larimer/North and Northeast Grand/
Northwest Boulder Counties Above 9000 Feet-
South and Southeast Grand/West Central and Southwest Boulder/
Gilpin/Clear Creek/Summit/North and West Park Counties Above
9000 Feet-Larimer and Boulder Counties Between 6000 and 9000 Feet-
Jefferson and West Douglas Counties Above 6000 Feet/Gilpin/Clear
Creek/Northeast Park Counties Below 9000 Feet-
Central and Southeast Park County-
Larimer County Below 6000 Feet/Northwest Weld County-
Boulder And Jefferson Counties Below 6000 Feet/West Broomfield
County-
North Douglas County Below 6000 Feet/Denver/West Adams and
Arapahoe Counties/East Broomfield County-
Elbert/Central and East Douglas Counties Above 6000 Feet-
Northeast Weld County-Central and South Weld County-Morgan County-
Central and East Adams and Arapahoe Counties-
North and Northeast Elbert County Below 6000 Feet/North Lincoln
County-
Southeast Elbert County Below 6000 Feet/South Lincoln County-
Logan County-Washington County-Sedgwick County-Phillips County-
1047 AM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

This hazardous weather outlook is for northeast and north central
Colorado.

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight

Scattered mountain snow showers will continue through this
afternoon, with slick travel conditions possible across the high
mountain passes. A brief break in the snow is expected this
evening, before snow becomes more widespread overnight tonight.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday

Snow and windy conditions will prevail in the mountains Saturday.
Travel is expected to be very difficult through the mountains
Saturday due to heavy snowfall and blowing snow with road
closures possible. Conditions will slowly to improve Saturday
night, but light snow is expected to linger into Sunday with snow
covered and slick roads possible on Sunday, especially during the
morning.

For next week, periods of snow will be possible over the northern
mountains through the middle part of next week. Across the plains,
dry conditions are expected to continue, with a gradual warming
trend.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation will not be needed today or tonight.

$$

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Grand Junction CO
337 AM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

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Lower Yampa River Basin-Central Yampa River Basin-
Roan and Tavaputs Plateaus-Elkhead and Park Mountains-
Upper Yampa River Basin-Grand Valley-Debeque to Silt Corridor-
Central Colorado River Basin-Grand and Battlement Mesas-
Gore and Elk Mountains/Central Mountain Valleys-
Central Gunnison and Uncompahgre River Basin-
West Elk and Sawatch Mountains-Flat Tops-Upper Gunnison River Valley-
Uncompahgre Plateau and Dallas Divide-Northwest San Juan Mountains-
Southwest San Juan Mountains-Paradox Valley/Lower Dolores River-
Four Corners/Upper Dolores River-Animas River Basin-
San Juan River Basin-Southeast Utah-Eastern Uinta Mountains-
Eastern Uinta Basin-Tavaputs Plateau-Arches/Grand Flat-
La Sal and Abajo Mountains-Canyonlands/Natural Bridges-
337 AM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for northwest Colorado, southwest
Colorado, west central Colorado, east central Utah, northeast Utah
and southeast Utah.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

Snow tapers off in most areas today before the next round arrives to
the northern Colorado mountains late this evening. Significant
amounts are mainly expected across the Park and Gore Ranges with
travel impacts along Highway 40 from Milner to Rabbit Ears Pass today.
A more robust round of snow and wind will then impact the northern
and more of the central mountains of Colorado and adjacent valleys
beginning tonight

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday.

Moderate to heavy snow showers continue through the northern and
central Colorado mountains and adjacent valleys Saturday through
early Sunday. Plan for significant snow accumulations with travel
impacts including road closures likely with this winter storm. The
northern Colorado mountains are likely to see additional periods of
light to moderate snow showers through the upcoming work week.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected today or tonight, however
spotters are encouraged to report snowfall amounts to the
National Weather Service in Grand Junction.

$$

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
306 AM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

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Western Mosquito Range/East Lake County Above 11000 Feet-
Leadville Vicinity/Lake County Below 11000 Feet-
Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Western Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet-
Central Chaffee County Below 9000 Feet-
Western Mosquito Range/East Chaffee County Above 9000 Feet-
Saguache County West of Continental Divide Below 10000 Feet-
Saguache County East of Continental Divide Below 10000 Feet-
La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
Upper Rio Grande Valley/Eastern San Juan Mountains Below
10000 Feet-Eastern San Juan Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
Del Norte Vicinity/Northern San Luis Valley Below 8500 Feet-
Alamosa  Vicinity/Central San Luis Valley Below 8500 Feet-
Southern San Luis Valley-
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-
Northwestern Fremont County Above 8500 Feet-
Western/Central Fremont County Below 8500 Feet-
Wet Mountain Valley Below 8500 Feet-
Wet Mountains between 6300 and 10000 Feet-
Wet Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
Teller County/Rampart Range Above 7500 Feet/Pikes Peak Between
7500 And 11000 Feet-Pikes Peak Above 11000 Feet-
Canon City Vicinity/Eastern Fremont County-
Northern El Paso County/Monument Ridge/Rampart Range Below
7500 Feet-
Colorado Springs Vicinity/Southern El Paso County/Rampart Range
Below 7400 Feet-Pueblo Vicinity/Pueblo County Below 6300 Feet-
Walsenburg Vicinity/Upper Huerfano River Basin Below 7500 Feet-
Trinidad Vicinity/Western Las Animas County Below 7500 Feet-
Crowley County-La Junta Vicinity/Otero County-
Eastern Las Animas County-Western Kiowa County-
Eastern Kiowa County-Las Animas Vicinity/Bent County-
Lamar Vicinity/Prowers County-Springfield Vicinity/Baca County-
306 AM MST Fri Dec 5 2025

This hazardous weather outlook is for portions of central...east
central...south central and southeast Colorado.

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight

Snow showers will occur in the central mountains this afternoon. A
more significant snow storm will develop later tonight and last
into Sunday. Strong winds and significant accumulations are likely
along the Continental Divide, especially north of Cottonwood Pass
with this storm.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday

Snow will continue in the central mountains all day Saturday into
early Sunday morning. 10 to 20 inches of snow of wind driven snow
is likely by early Sunday morning. Some snow with light
accumulations will be possible over parts of Teller county,
Fremont county, the northern San Luis Valley and the San Juans.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Weather conditions that meet reporting criteria for spotters will
be likely over portions of the region.

$$

Hodanish

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