Severe Storm

Winter Storm Warning issued April 30 at 1:33PM MDT until May 2 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM

Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains; Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains; East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains Source: NOAA / NWS

Details

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and
8 inches between 7500 and 9500 feet and 8 to 12 inches above 9500
feet.

* WHERE...Sangre de Cristo Mountains.

* WHEN...From 3 PM Thursday afternoon to midnight MDT Friday Night.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Tire traction will be
reduced. Extend the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle
in front of you.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels will be between 9000 to 10000 feet
during the onset of precipitation this evening, dropping to around
7500 feet Friday morning following the passage of a cold front. The
period of heaviest snow is expected late tonight through Friday
morning.

Recommendations

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions, dial
511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com.