Winter Storm Warning 12/27/2024 03:48 for Colorado areas

Headline: 
Winter Storm Warning issued December 27 at 4:48AM MST until December 28 at 6:00AM MST by NWS Denver CO
Event: 
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
December 27, 2024 - 3:48am
Expires: 
December 27, 2024 - 10:00pm
Description: 
* WHAT...Moderate snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 12 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Rabbit Ears Pass. * WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 6 AM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Snow covered roads will make travel hazardous.
Instruction: 
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. It is strongly recommended to alter travel plans during the storm. Travel is expected to become very difficult to impossible. If you must travel, take 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.
Area Description: 
West Jackson and West Grand Counties Above 9000 Feet
Forcast Office: 
NWS Denver CO