Winter Storm Warning Issued for Elkhead and Park Mountains Above 9,000 Feet

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Grand Junction, CO, has issued a Winter Storm Warning for high-elevation regions. This alert indicates that severe winter weather conditions are likely and expected to impact the area.

Affected Areas

The warning is specifically for the Elkhead and Park Mountains. The hazardous conditions are expected to occur primarily in areas above 9,000 feet in elevation.

Expected Conditions

Heavy snow is forecast for the region, with total snow accumulations expected to range between 8 and 16 inches. Locally higher amounts of up to 2 feet are possible on the highest peaks. In addition to heavy snowfall, winds are expected to gust as high as 60 mph. These conditions will likely result in blowing snow and slushy to icy road conditions, especially during the nighttime hours.

Timeline

The Winter Storm Warning is in effect from 6:00 PM MST on Tuesday, February 24, until 9:00 PM MST on Wednesday, February 25.

What You Should Do

Travel could be very difficult to impossible due to the combination of heavy snow and blowing snow. If you must travel, the National Weather Service advises keeping an extra flashlight, food, warm clothes, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions in the state you are calling from, dial 5 1 1.