Winter Storm Warning
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Flagstaff AZ
517 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
AZZ004-015-016-190215-
/O.CON.KFGZ.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260219T0300Z/
/O.CON.KFGZ.WS.A.0003.260220T0000Z-260220T1800Z/
Kaibab Plateau-Western Mogollon Rim-Eastern Mogollon Rim-
Including the cities of Jacob Lake, Fredonia, Williams, Flagstaff,
Happy Jack, Heber, Forest Lakes, and Munds Park
517 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST THIS
EVENING...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH FRIDAY MORNING...
* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected along with
blowing snow. Total snow accumulations between 4 to 10 inches.
Winds gusting as high as 65 mph. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy
snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 9 inches
possible. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph.
* WHERE...Mogollon Rim, and Kaibab Plateau.
* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 8 PM MST this evening.
For the Winter Storm Watch, from Thursday afternoon through Friday
morning.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely
become slick and hazardous. Travel is not recommended as heavy
snowfall and low visibility will create dangerous driving
conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce
visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Wednesday
morning and evening commutes. Very strong winds could cause
extensive damage to trees and power lines. Roads, and especially
bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
Forecast snowfall amounts from 5 AM MST Today to 8 PM MST Today...
Forest Lakes: 6 to 8" Fredonia: 1 to 2"
Doney Park: 4 to 6" Flagstaff: 6 to 8"
Munds Park: 6 to 10" Pine-Strawberry: 4 to 6"
Williams: 5 to 8" Heber-Overgaard: 1 to 2"
Jacob Lake: 6 to 8"
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions and
closures go to az511.gov, or call 5 1 1.
Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use
extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
&&
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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
339 AM PST Wed Feb 18 2026
NVZ018-019-190000-
/O.CON.KVEF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260219T0600Z/
Sheep Range-Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon-
Including the cities of Hayford Pk, Mt Charleston, and Red Rock
Canyon
339 AM PST Wed Feb 18 2026
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS
EVENING ABOVE 5000 FEET...
* WHAT...Heavy snow is expected in the Spring Mountains and Sheep
Range above 5000 feet. Additional snowfall tonight into Wednesday
of 8 to 16 inches is expected above 6000 feet. 4 to 8 inches is
possible above 4500 feet. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph.
* WHERE...Sheep Range and Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon.
* WHEN...Until 10 PM PST this evening.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous. Whiteout conditions are
expected and will make travel treacherous and potentially
life-threatening. Plan on slippery road conditions. Strong winds
could cause tree damage.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will quickly taper off early this
morning with lingering flurries into this afternoon. Another round
of snow is expected Thursday.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. Call 5 1 1 for road
information.
Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use
extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.
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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
258 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
UTZ122-127-190000-
/O.CON.KSLC.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260219T0000Z/
Southwest Utah-Bryce Canyon Country-
Including the following locations - Milford, Beaver, Cedar City,
and Bryce Canyon City
258 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and
6 inches below 7000 feet, except 6 to 14 inches above 7000 feet.
Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.
* WHERE...Bryce Canyon Country and Southwest Utah.
* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Winter driving conditions are likely. Traction laws may
be enacted.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A period of heavy snow is expected between
roughly 10 PM to 8 AM, with snowfall rates 1 to 2 inches per hour
possible at times. Showery conditions will persist through the
remainder of the day.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. For winter road conditions
from the Utah Department of Transportation, visit
http://www.udottraffic.utah.gov.
For graphical depictions of the snowfall forecast, including
Official NWS Forecast, High End Amount, and Low End Amount, visit
weather.gov/slc/winter.
&&
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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
258 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
UTZ125-190000-
/O.CON.KSLC.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260219T0000Z/
Southern Mountains-
Including the following locations - Alton and Brian Head
258 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 8 and 18
inches across much of the southern mountains with 1 to 2 feet near
the Tushar and Pine Valley ranges. Locally up 3 feet near Brian
Head. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.
* WHERE...Southern Mountains.
* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Winter driving conditions can be expected on all
mountain routes. Traction restrictions are likely.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A period of heavy snow is expected through
roughly 10 AM, with snowfall rates 1 to 2 inches per hour possible
at times, except likely exceeding 2 inches per hour in the Brian
Head area Wednesday morning. Showery conditions will persist
through the remainder of the day.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. For winter road conditions
from the Utah Department of Transportation, visit
http://www.udottraffic.utah.gov.
For graphical depictions of the snowfall forecast, including
Official NWS Forecast, High End Amount, and Low End Amount, visit
weather.gov/slc/winter.
&&
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High Wind Warning
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
513 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
NMZ205-208-190300-
/O.CON.KABQ.HW.W.0003.260218T1600Z-260219T0300Z/
West Central Plateau-Southwest Mountains-
513 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING TO 8 PM
MST THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph
expected.
* WHERE...West Central Plateau including Gallup, and the Southwest
Mountains.
* WHEN...From 9 AM this morning to 8 PM MST this evening.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There is a moderately high probability of snow
squalls across the West Central Plateau this afternoon and early
evening capable of producing brief periods of near zero visibility,
a flash freeze, and a quick inch or so of snow that will make
driving treacherous.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
&&
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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Flagstaff AZ
509 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
AZZ012>014-017-040-190200-
/O.CON.KFGZ.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260219T0200Z/
Little Colorado River Valley in Coconino County-Little Colorado
River Valley in Navajo County-Little Colorado River Valley in
Apache County-White Mountains-Northeast Plateaus and Mesas South
of Hwy 264-
Including the cities of Winslow, Springerville, St. Johns,
Snowflake, Show Low, Pinetop, Holbrook, Tuba City, Kykotsmovi,
Dilkon, Wupatki N.M., and Greer
509 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM MST THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph
expected.
* WHERE...Little Colorado River Valley, Painted Desert, and White
Mountains.
* WHEN...Until 7 PM MST this evening.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. A
few power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles. Gusty winds will blow around
unsecured objects.
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
846 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
NMZ426-181715-
/O.NEW.KEPZ.HW.W.0002.260218T1600Z-260219T0600Z/
Southern Gila Region Highlands/Black Range-
Including the cities of Lake Roberts and Kingston
846 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 11 PM MST WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected.
* WHERE...Southern Gila Region Highlands/Black Range.
* WHEN...From 9 AM to 11 PM MST Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.
&&
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Avalanche Warning
UTZ110>113-117-125-191230-
BULLETIN - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Backcountry Avalanche Warning
Forest Service Utah Avalanche Center Salt Lake City UT
Relayed by National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
523 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...THE FOREST SERVICE UTAH AVALANCHE CENTER HAS ISSUED A
BACKCOUNTRY AVALANCHE WARNING WHICH IS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM
WEDNESDAY TO 6 AM THURSDAY...
* WHAT...The avalanche danger for the warning area is rising to
HIGH today.
* WHERE...The mountains of Northern, Central, and Southwestern
Utah, as well as Southeastern Idaho.
* WHEN...The Warning will be effect from 6 AM Wednesday to 6 AM
Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Recent heavy snow combined with strong wind is
creating widespread areas of unstable snow. Both human-triggered
and natural avalanches are likely. Avalanches will increase in
size and likelihood throughout the day.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...What to do...Avoid all avalanche terrain.
Stay off of and out from under slopes steeper than 30 degrees.
Carry and know how to use avalanche rescue equipment. Find safer
riding conditions on slopes less than 30 degrees with no
overhead hazard.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Stay off of and out from under slopes steeper than 30 degrees.
Backcountry travelers should consult www.utahavalanchecenter.org
or call 1-888-999-4019 for more detailed information.
This Warning does not apply to ski areas where avalanche hazard
reduction measures are performed.
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Red Flag Warning
URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
905 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
...CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS FOR MUCH OF SOUTHERN NEW
MEXICO AND FAR WEST TEXAS WEDNESDAY...
.A passing upper level trough will lead to increasing dryness and
strong winds on Wednesday. Sustained winds will approach 25 to
35 MPH for much of the area, with gusts around 45 MPH common. The
strongest winds will favor along and east of the Sacramento
Mountains, where gusts could reach upwards of 60 MPH. This will
combine with minimum relative humidity in the low double digits
and teens in the afternoon, creating high fire danger.
NMZ111>113-TXZ055-056-190100-
/O.UPG.KEPZ.FW.A.0001.260218T1800Z-260219T0100Z/
/O.NEW.KEPZ.FW.W.0001.260218T1800Z-260219T0100Z/
Southwest Deserts and Lowlands/Las Cruces BLM/GLZ-
South Central Lowlands and Southern Rio Grande Valley/BLM/GLZ-
Capitan and Sacramento Mountains/Lincoln NF/LNZ-
Texas Fire Weather Zone 055
El Paso County- Texas Fire Weather Zone 056
Hudspeth County-
905 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 6 PM MST WEDNESDAY
FOR MOST OF SOUTHERN NEW MEXICO AND FAR WEST TEXAS...
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 055 Texas Fire Weather Zone
055 El Paso County, Fire Weather Zone 056 Texas Fire Weather
Zone 056 Hudspeth County, Fire Weather Zone 111 Southwest
Deserts and Lowlands/Las Cruces BLM/GLZ, Fire Weather Zone 112
South Central Lowlands and Southern Rio Grande Valley/BLM/GLZ
and Fire Weather Zone 113 Capitan and Sacramento
Mountains/Lincoln NF/LNZ.
* TIMING...11 AM to 6 PM Wednesday
* WINDS...Southwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 10 percent.
* TEMPERATURES...Up to 68.
* IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
Outdoor burning is not recommended
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.
&&
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BROWN
Winter Weather Advisory
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
524 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
NMZ202-210-181930-
/O.CON.KABQ.WW.Y.0005.260218T1700Z-260219T0600Z/
Chuska Mountains-Tusas Mountains Including Chama-
524 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING
TO 11 PM MST THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations 1 to 3 inches except
up to 6 inches above 8500 feet. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.
* WHERE...Tusas Mountains Including Chama and the Chuska Mountains.
* WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 11 PM MST this evening.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Tire traction will be
reduced. Extend the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle
in front of you. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce
visibility. Strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and
power lines.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest snow is forecast this afternoon
in the Chuska Mountains, and this afternoon and evening in the
Tusas Mountains, as a cold front crosses from the northwest.
Visibility will drop below a half mile at times during periods of
snow and blowing snow.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road
conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com.
&&
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44
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Flagstaff AZ
517 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
AZZ006>008-190200-
/O.CON.KFGZ.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-260219T0200Z/
Grand Canyon Country-Coconino Plateau-Yavapai County Mountains-
Including the cities of Prescott, Ash Fork, Valle, Supai, North Rim,
Grand Canyon Village, and Seligman
517 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM MST THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations 1 to 5 inches. Winds
gusting as high as 60 mph.
* WHERE...Coconino Plateau, Grand Canyon Country, and Yavapai County
Mountains.
* WHEN...Until 7 PM MST this evening.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely
become slick and hazardous. Periods of moderate to heavy snowfall
will create snow-covered roads and hazardous driving conditions.
The hazardous conditions will impact the Wednesday morning and
evening commutes. Strong winds could cause extensive damage to
trees and power lines.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
Forecast snowfall amounts from 5 AM MST Today to 7 PM MST Today...
Chino Valley: 0" GCNP South Rim: 2 to 4"
GCNP North Rim: 6 to 8" Prescott Valley: 1 to 2"
Prescott: 1 to 2" Seligman: 1 to 2"
Valle: 2 to 4"
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road
conditions and closures go to az511.gov, or call 5 1 1.
&&
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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Flagstaff AZ
517 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
AZZ011-039-190200-
/O.CON.KFGZ.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-260219T0200Z/
Chuska Mountains and Defiance Plateau-Black Mesa Area-
Including the cities of Navajo N.M., Ganado, and Window Rock
517 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM MST THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...Snow expected. Additional snow accumulations 1 to 4 inches,
with higher amounts around Buffalo Pass. Winds gusting as high as
60 mph.
* WHERE...Black Mesa, Chuska Mountains, and Defiance Plateau.
* WHEN...Until 7 PM MST this evening.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely
become slick and hazardous. Even light snowfall amounts can create
hazardous driving conditions due to slippery, snow-covered roads.
The hazardous conditions will impact the Wednesday morning and
evening commutes. Strong winds could cause extensive damage to
trees and power lines.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
Forecast snowfall amounts from 5 AM MST Today to 7 PM MST Today...
Buffalo Pass: 4 to 6" Ganado: Trace to 1"
Window Rock: 1 to 2" Shonto: 2 to 4"
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road
conditions and closures go to az511.gov, or call 5 1 1.
&&
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Konieczny
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
339 AM PST Wed Feb 18 2026
AZZ001-NVZ015-190000-
/O.CON.KVEF.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-260219T0000Z/
Northwest Plateau-Lincoln County-
Including the cities of Caliente, Rachel, Pipe Spring National
Monument, Tuweep, Pioche, Mt Trumbull, Alamo, Hiko, Panaca,
Western Grand Canyon, and Colorado City
339 AM PST Wed Feb 18 2026 /439 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026/
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST /5 PM
MST/ THIS AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to 3 to 6 inches
with localized amounts up to 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50
mph.
* WHERE...In Arizona, Northwest Plateau. In Nevada, Lincoln County.
* WHEN...Until 4 PM PST /5 PM MST/ this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Gusty winds could
bring down tree branches.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. In Arizona, call 5 1 1
for road information. In Nevada, call 5 1 1 for road information.
&&
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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
339 AM PST Wed Feb 18 2026
CAZ524-181500-
/O.CON.KVEF.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-260218T1500Z/
Eastern Mojave Desert-
Including the cities of Baker, Mitchell Caverns, and Mountain
Pass
339 AM PST Wed Feb 18 2026
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM PST THIS
MORNING...
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to 2 to 4
inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.
* WHERE...Eastern Mojave Desert.
* WHEN...Until 7 AM PST this morning.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Strong winds could
cause tree damage.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A period of moderate to locally heavy snow is
expected through early Wednesday morning as a cold front moves
through. Snow levels near 4000 feet will will impact travel routes
on Interstate 15 including Mountain Pass and Halloran Springs
Summit. Strong winds may result in low visibility at times.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. Call 1-800-427-7623 for
road information.
&&
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For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/lasvegas
CO
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
258 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
UTZ124-126-128-190000-
/O.CON.KSLC.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-260219T0000Z/
Zion National Park-Upper Sevier River Valleys-South Central Utah-
Including the following locations - Panguitch, Koosharem,
Escalante, Springdale, Kanab, and Circleville
258 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 1 to 4
inches with higher totals up to 10 inches above 7000 feet. Winds
gusting as high as 45 mph.
* WHERE...South Central Utah, Upper Sevier River Valleys, and Zion
National Park.
* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Winter driving conditions are likely.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heaviest snowfall is expected between 6 AM to
11 AM, with more showery conditions continuing through the
remainder of the afternoon.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. For winter road
conditions from the Utah Department of Transportation, visit
http://www.udottraffic.utah.gov.
For graphical depictions of the snowfall forecast, including
Official NWS Forecast, High End Amount, and Low End Amount, visit
weather.gov/slc/winter.
&&
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Wind Advisory
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
513 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
NMZ201-203-204-206-207-209-211-216>222-224-225-241-190300-
/O.CON.KABQ.WI.Y.0006.260218T1800Z-260219T0300Z/
Northwest Plateau-Far Northwest Highlands-Northwest Highlands-
West Central Mountains-West Central Highlands-San Francisco River
Valley-Jemez Mountains-Upper Rio Grande Valley-Espanola Valley-
Santa Fe Metro Area-Middle Rio Grande Valley including the
Albuquerque Metro Area-Lower Rio Grande Valley-Sandia and Manzano
Mountains including Edgewood-Estancia Valley-South Central
Highlands-Upper Tularosa Valley-San Agustin Plains and Adjacent
Lowlands-
513 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 8 PM
MST THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph
expected.
* WHERE...Portions of western and central New Mexico, including the
Albuquerque and Santa Fe metro areas.
* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 8 PM MST this evening.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs may be blown down. Expect strong crosswinds on area roadways.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This afternoon and early evening, there is a
moderately high probability of snow squalls along and west of the
Tusas and Jemez Mountains capable of producing brief periods of
near zero visibility, a flash freeze, and a quick inch or two of
snow that will make driving treacherous.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Take action to secure trash cans, lawn furniture, and other loose or
lightweight outdoor objects. Dangerous driving conditions can be
expected, especially for motorists in high profile vehicles.
&&
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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Flagstaff AZ
509 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
AZZ009-010-190200-
/O.CON.KFGZ.WI.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-260219T0200Z/
Northeast Plateaus and Mesas Hwy 264 Northward-Chinle Valley-
Including the cities of Keams Canyon, Kayenta, Chinle, Kaibito, and
Canyon De Chelly
509 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM MST THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.
* WHERE...Kaibito Plateau, and Chinle Valley.
* WHEN...Until 7 PM MST this evening.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could snap resulting in a few power outages. Travel will be
difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles, such as RVs, campers, and tractor trailers. Use
extra caution.
Secure loose outdoor objects that could be blown around or damaged by
the wind.
&&
$$
Konieczny
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
1244 AM PST Wed Feb 18 2026
AZZ002-003-036-CAZ526-527-NVZ017-020>022-181500-
/O.CON.KVEF.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-260218T1500Z/
Lake Havasu and Fort Mohave-Northwest Deserts-Lake Mead National
Recreation Area-Cadiz Basin-San Bernardino County-Upper Colorado
River Valley-Western Clark and Southern Nye County-Las Vegas
Valley-Lake Mead National Recreation Area-Southern Clark County-
Including the cities of Vidal Junction, Hoover Dam, Las Vegas,
Henderson, Searchlight, Needles, Wikieup, Cal-Nev-Ari, Kingman,
Oatman, Valentine, Primm, Boulder City, Bullhead City, Indian
Springs, Mohave Valley, Golden Valley, Pahrump, Lake Havasu City,
Amargosa Valley, Dolan Springs, North Las Vegas, Yucca, Desert
Hills, Topock, Laughlin, and Desert Rock
1244 AM PST Wed Feb 18 2026 /144 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026/
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM PST /8 AM MST/ THIS
MORNING...
* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.
* WHERE...Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Lake Havasu and Fort
Mohave, Northwest Deserts, Cadiz Basin, San Bernardino
County-Upper Colorado River Valley, Western Clark and Southern Nye
County, Las Vegas Valley, and Southern Clark County.
* WHEN...Until 7 AM PST /8 AM MST/ this morning.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for
high-profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Secure outdoor objects.
Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous
conditions for small craft.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
1244 AM PST Wed Feb 18 2026
CAZ523>525-182100-
/O.CON.KVEF.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-260219T0600Z/
Western Mojave Desert-Eastern Mojave Desert-Morongo Basin-
Including the cities of Barstow, Baker, Yucca Valley, Fort Irwin,
Mountain Pass, Mitchell Caverns, Morongo Valley, Daggett, and
Twentynine Palms
1244 AM PST Wed Feb 18 2026
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.
* WHERE...Eastern Mojave Desert, Morongo Basin, and Western Mojave
Desert.
* WHEN...Until 10 PM PST this evening.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds will impact travelers on
Interstate 15 and Interstate 40 as well as Highway 62 and Highway
247.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for
high-profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
1244 AM PST Wed Feb 18 2026
NVZ016-181500-
/O.CON.KVEF.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-260218T1500Z/
Northeast Clark County-
Including the cities of Moapa, Overton, and Mesquite
1244 AM PST Wed Feb 18 2026
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM PST THIS MORNING...
* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.
* WHERE...Northeast Clark County.
* WHEN...Until 7 AM PST this morning.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds are expected during the
afternoon and evening today and again with an approaching front
early Wednesday morning.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
&&
$$
For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/lasvegas
CO
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Phoenix AZ
1237 AM PST Wed Feb 18 2026
AZZ530>533-535-536-CAZ565-567-182230-
/O.CON.KPSR.WI.Y.0004.260218T1500Z-260218T2300Z/
Parker Valley-Kofa-Yuma-Central La Paz-Southeast Yuma County-Gila
River Valley-Imperial County Southeast-Imperial Valley-
Including the cities of El Centro, Yuma, Calexico, Parker,
Brawley, Fortuna Foothills, Brenda, Quartzsite, Vicksburg
Junction, Alamorio, Winterhaven, Salome, Ligurta, Harcuvar, Palm
Canyon, Vicksburg, and Ehrenberg
137 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026 /1237 AM PST Wed Feb 18 2026/
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM MST /7 AM PST/ THIS
MORNING TO 4 PM MST /3 PM PST/ THIS AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
* WHERE...Central La Paz County, Southeastern Imperial County,
Parker Valley, Kofa, Yuma, Southeast Yuma County, Gila River
Valley, and Imperial Valley.
* WHEN...From 8 AM MST /7 AM PST/ this morning to 4 PM MST /3 PM
PST/ this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Difficult driving conditions, especially for larger
vehicles traveling along roads with crosswinds. Light, unsecured
objects may become airborne.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Wind Advisory means that sustained wind speeds of between 30 and
40 mph are expected, or wind gusts of between 40 and 58 mph. Winds
this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile
vehicles.
In addition, strong winds over desert areas could result in briefly
lowered visibilities to well under a mile at times in blowing dust
or blowing sand. Use extra caution.
&&
$$
CK
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Phoenix AZ
1237 AM PST Wed Feb 18 2026
CAZ560-561-563-564-566-568>570-182230-
/O.CON.KPSR.WI.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-260218T2300Z/
Joshua Tree NP West-Joshua Tree NP East-Salton Sea-Chuckwalla
Mountains-Imperial County West-Chiriaco Summit-Palo Verde Valley-
Chuckwalla Valley-
Including the cities of Lost Horse-Keys Village, Ocotillo,
Imperial Hot Mineral Springs, Palo Verde, Martinez Lake, Plaster
City, Coolidge Springs, Coyote Wells, Blythe, Midland, Salton
City, Chiriaco Summit, Ripley, Desert Shores, Winona, and
Cottonwood Visitor
1237 AM PST Wed Feb 18 2026
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM PST THIS AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.
* WHERE...Western portion of Joshua Tree National Park, Eastern
portion of Joshua Tree National Park, Western Imperial County,
Salton Sea, Chuckwalla Mountains, Chiriaco Summit, Palo Verde
Valley, and Chuckwalla Valley.
* WHEN...Until 3 PM PST this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Difficult driving conditions, especially for larger
vehicles traveling along roads with crosswinds. Light, unsecured
objects may become airborne.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Wind Advisory means that sustained wind speeds of between 30 and
40 mph are expected, or wind gusts of between 40 and 58 mph. Winds
this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile
vehicles.
In addition, strong winds over desert areas could result in briefly
lowered visibilities to well under a mile at times in blowing dust
or blowing sand. Use extra caution.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Junction CO
1017 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
COZ001-002-006>008-011-014-020>022-UTZ022-024-027-029-181900-
/O.CON.KGJT.WI.Y.0002.260218T1200Z-260219T0000Z/
Lower Yampa River Basin-Central Yampa River Basin-Grand Valley-
Debeque to Silt Corridor-Central Colorado River Basin-Central
Gunnison and Uncompahgre River Basin-Upper Gunnison River Valley-
Paradox Valley/Lower Dolores River-Four Corners/Upper Dolores
River-Animas River Basin-Southeast Utah-Eastern Uinta Basin-
Arches/Grand Flat-Canyonlands/Natural Bridges-
Including the cities of Rangely, Dinosaur, Dinosaur National
Monument, Craig, Hayden, Meeker, Grand Junction, Fruita, Palisade,
Colorado National Monument, Whitewater, Collbran, De Beque, New
Castle, Mesa, Parachute, Rifle, Silt, Edwards, Eagle, Gypsum,
Glenwood Springs, Carbondale, Basalt, Montrose, Olathe, Delta,
Hotchkiss, Paonia, Almont, Gunnison, Cimarron, Black Canyon of the
Gunnison National Park, Gateway, Nucla, Norwood, Cortez, Dove Creek,
Mancos, Towaoc, Mesa Verde National Park, Durango, Bayfield,
Ignacio, Blanding, Bluff, Mexican Hat, Vernal, Jensen, Ballard, Fort
Duchesne, Randlett, Moab, Arches National Park, Castle Valley,
Thompson Springs, Dead Horse Point State Park, Canyonlands National
Park, Natural Bridges, and Fry Canyon
1017 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 5 PM MST WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph
expected.
* WHERE...Portions of northwest, southwest, and west central
Colorado and east central, northeast, and southeast Utah.
* WHEN...From 5 AM to 5 PM MST Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
&&
$$
BGB
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
846 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
NMZ401-403>411-414-417-425-428-429-TXZ418-420-421-423-181715-
/O.NEW.KEPZ.WI.Y.0002.260218T1800Z-260219T0300Z/
Upper Gila River Valley-Southern Gila Foothills/Mimbres Valley-
Southwest Desert/Lower Gila River Valley-Lowlands of the Bootheel-
Uplands of the Bootheel-Southwest Desert/Mimbres Basin-Eastern
Black Range Foothills-Sierra County Lakes-Northern Dona Ana
County-Southern Dona Ana County/Mesilla Valley-West Slopes
Sacramento Mountains Below 7500 Feet-Otero Mesa-Central Grant
County/Silver City Area-East Central Tularosa Basin/Alamogordo-
Southeast Tularosa Basin-Western El Paso County-Northern Hudspeth
Highlands/Hueco Mountains-Salt Basin-Rio Grande Valley of Eastern
El Paso/Western Hudspeth Counties-
Including the cities of Hatch, Red Rock, Radium Springs, Gila Hot
Springs, Vado, Mimbres, Hurley, Antelope Wells, Mountain Park,
Tornillo, Orogrande, Mule Creek, Fabens, Las Cruces, Holloman
AFB, Truth Or Consequences, Derry, Spaceport, Upper Valley, Hueco
Tanks, Cliff, West El Paso, Cornudas, Dell City, Alamogordo,
Grant County Airport, Crow Flats, Cloverdale, Hachita, Tularosa,
Animas, Columbus, Garfield, Silver City, Hillsboro, Loma Linda,
Lordsburg, Salt Flat, Timberon, Mescalero, Fort Hancock,
Buckhorn, Winston, Fort Bayard, Deming, Downtown El Paso,
Faywood, Virden, and Sunland Park
846 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 8 PM MST WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph
expected.
* WHERE...Portions of south central and southwest New Mexico and
southwest Texas.
* WHEN...From 11 AM to 8 PM MST Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
&&
$$
For additional information, visit us at http://www.weather.gov/epz
KS
Winter Storm Watch
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Flagstaff AZ
517 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
AZZ004-015-016-190215-
/O.CON.KFGZ.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260219T0300Z/
/O.CON.KFGZ.WS.A.0003.260220T0000Z-260220T1800Z/
Kaibab Plateau-Western Mogollon Rim-Eastern Mogollon Rim-
Including the cities of Jacob Lake, Fredonia, Williams, Flagstaff,
Happy Jack, Heber, Forest Lakes, and Munds Park
517 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST THIS
EVENING...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH FRIDAY MORNING...
* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected along with
blowing snow. Total snow accumulations between 4 to 10 inches.
Winds gusting as high as 65 mph. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy
snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 9 inches
possible. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph.
* WHERE...Mogollon Rim, and Kaibab Plateau.
* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 8 PM MST this evening.
For the Winter Storm Watch, from Thursday afternoon through Friday
morning.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely
become slick and hazardous. Travel is not recommended as heavy
snowfall and low visibility will create dangerous driving
conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce
visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Wednesday
morning and evening commutes. Very strong winds could cause
extensive damage to trees and power lines. Roads, and especially
bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
Forecast snowfall amounts from 5 AM MST Today to 8 PM MST Today...
Forest Lakes: 6 to 8" Fredonia: 1 to 2"
Doney Park: 4 to 6" Flagstaff: 6 to 8"
Munds Park: 6 to 10" Pine-Strawberry: 4 to 6"
Williams: 5 to 8" Heber-Overgaard: 1 to 2"
Jacob Lake: 6 to 8"
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions and
closures go to az511.gov, or call 5 1 1.
Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use
extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
&&
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Grand Junction CO
517 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
COZ001>014-017>023-UTZ022>025-027>029-191230-
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-
517 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
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.
Strong winds and continues snow showers will bring a plethora of
hazardous weather today and tonight. Gusts of 35 to 55 mph in the
valleys and 50 to 75 mph in the mountains can be expected. When
combined with snow showers areas of blowing and drifting and near
whiteout conditions can be expected. Both the wind and snow will
create hazardous travel conditions.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday.
Snow showers Wednesday night and Thursday become isolated to
scattered across the higher terrain before a second storm system
moves in Thursday night and Friday. This second colder system will
bring light to moderate snow showers across much of the central and
southern areas resulting in slick roads and slow travel.
.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.
$$
