Winter Storm Warning Issued for Elkhead and Park Mountains; Up to 20 Inches of Snow Expected
Weather Alerts high NOAA · · Elkhead and Park Mountains
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for the Elkhead and Park Mountains, forecasting heavy snow and 60 mph wind gusts through Thursday morning.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Grand Junction, CO, has issued a Winter Storm Warning for the Elkhead and Park Mountains. This alert is currently in effect and remains active until early Thursday morning.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers the Elkhead and Park Mountains in Colorado (Zone COZ004).
What You Should Do
Residents and travelers are advised to take the following precautions:
- Travel Safety: If you must travel, keep an emergency kit in your vehicle containing a flashlight, food, water, and warm clothing.
- Stay Informed: Check the latest road conditions by calling 5 1 1.
- Commute Planning: Prepare for hazardous conditions that could significantly impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes.
Expected Conditions
- Snow Accumulation: Heavy snow is expected, with total accumulations between 10 and 20 inches. Locally higher amounts are possible.
- Wind Speeds: Winds are forecasted to gust as high as 60 mph.
- Visibility: Blowing snow may result in near zero visibility at times, making travel difficult to impossible.
- Additional Hazards: Strong winds may cause damage to trees.
Timeline
- Onset: The storm conditions are expected to begin at 11:00 PM MST on Monday, February 16.
- Duration: The Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 5:00 AM MST on Thursday, February 19.
Source: NOAA Official Notice