Headline:
Winter Weather Advisory issued January 10 at 12:49PM MST until January 11 at 11:00AM MST by NWS Goodland KS
Event:
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
January 10, 2025 - 11:49am
Expires:
January 10, 2025 - 10:15pm
Description:
* WHAT...Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations up
to one inch and ice accumulations of a light glaze to 0.04 inches.
* WHERE...In Colorado, Kit Carson and Yuma Counties. In Kansas,
Cheyenne and Sherman Counties.
* WHEN...From 3 AM MST /4 AM CST/ to 11 AM MST /noon CST/ Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Roads, especially bridges and overpasses, will likely
become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The favored area for ice lies to the east of
Highway 59 and south of Highway 34 in eastern Colorado, locations
to the west of Highway 59 in Kit Carson and Yuma counties may not
see any ice; same as across northern portions of Yuma county. This
threat is temperature dependent as a degree or two warmer would
support rainfall and eliminate any icing potential.
Instruction:
Slow down and use caution while traveling. For road conditions in
Kansas, Nebraska, and Colorado call 511. Do not use GPS for
alternate routes or go around barricades.
Be prepared for slick roads. Slow down and use caution while
driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken
on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and
slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.
Persons traveling on Interstate 70 may experience travel delays and
hazardous driving conditions. Use extreme caution if you must travel.
Area Description:
Yuma County; Kit Carson County; Cheyenne; Sherman
Forcast Office:
NWS Goodland KS