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Winter Weather Advisory
Expires 8:00 AM EST on February 15, 2012

Statement as of 9:42 PM MST on February 13, 2012


... Winter Weather Advisory in effect from 6 am Tuesday to 6 am
MST Wednesday...

The National Weather Service in Grand Junction has issued a
Winter Weather Advisory for snow... which is in effect from 6 am
Tuesday to 6 am MST Wednesday.

The National Weather Service in Grand Junction has issued a
Winter Weather Advisory for snow... which is in effect from 6 am
Tuesday to midnight MST Tuesday night.

* Timing... widespread snow is expected to develop early Tuesday
then continue through Tuesday evening.

* Snow accumulation... 4 to 8 inches of new snow with locally
higher amounts in the San Juan Mountains.

* Winds... southwest 10 to 15 mph with occasional gusts up to 25
mph. Winds will shift to the west Tuesday evening.

* Visibility... 1 to 2 miles in snow dropping to less than one mile
at times during periods of heavier snow.

* Impacts... mountain roads and highways will become icy and snow
packed. Travel will also be affected by reduced visibilities
and areas of blowing and drifting snow over the passes.

Precautionary/preparedness actions...

A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of snow and/or
blowing snow will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for
slippery roads and limited visibilities... and use caution while
driving.






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