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Hazardous Weather Briefing Snow Event– January 11-12 th , 2013 National Weather Service Cheyenne, WY http://www.weather.gov/cys Email: [email protected] Phone: 307-772-2468

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Page 1: Hazardous Weather Briefing Snow Event– January 11-12 th, 2013 National Weather Service Cheyenne, WY  Email: w-cys.webmaster@noaa.gov

Hazardous Weather BriefingSnow Event– January 11-12th, 2013

National Weather ServiceCheyenne, WY

http://www.weather.gov/cysEmail: [email protected]

Phone: 307-772-2468

Page 2: Hazardous Weather Briefing Snow Event– January 11-12 th, 2013 National Weather Service Cheyenne, WY  Email: w-cys.webmaster@noaa.gov

Surface Weather Maps

www.hpc.ncep.noaa.gov

Valid 5 PM Thursday

Valid 5 AM Friday

Page 3: Hazardous Weather Briefing Snow Event– January 11-12 th, 2013 National Weather Service Cheyenne, WY  Email: w-cys.webmaster@noaa.gov

Surface Weather Maps

Valid 5 AM Saturday

Page 4: Hazardous Weather Briefing Snow Event– January 11-12 th, 2013 National Weather Service Cheyenne, WY  Email: w-cys.webmaster@noaa.gov

Start Times for the Snow

Page 5: Hazardous Weather Briefing Snow Event– January 11-12 th, 2013 National Weather Service Cheyenne, WY  Email: w-cys.webmaster@noaa.gov

Expected Snowfall Totals

Page 6: Hazardous Weather Briefing Snow Event– January 11-12 th, 2013 National Weather Service Cheyenne, WY  Email: w-cys.webmaster@noaa.gov

Winter Storm Watches

Location of Winter Storm Watches

11 PM Thursday to 11 AM Saturday

5 AM Friday to 11 AM Saturday

Page 7: Hazardous Weather Briefing Snow Event– January 11-12 th, 2013 National Weather Service Cheyenne, WY  Email: w-cys.webmaster@noaa.gov

Summary

WhatSnow, cold and brisk winds (gusts up to 35

MPH). There will be accumulating snow and the winds will produce areas of blowing and drifting

snow and wind chill values as low as -30.

Where

The more significant snow will be mainly from south central Wyoming to the northern

Nebraska panhandle. The brisk winds and cold wind chills will affect all of southeast Wyoming

and the western Nebraska panhandle.

Impacts

Travel will be hazardous, with slick roads and poor visibilities. Cold wind chill values will also make prolonged outdoor activity hazardous.

Possible Closures to High Profile Vehicles. Reduced visibilities/Snow Covered roads.

Page 8: Hazardous Weather Briefing Snow Event– January 11-12 th, 2013 National Weather Service Cheyenne, WY  Email: w-cys.webmaster@noaa.gov

Winter Weather Safety Tips

• Minimize travel – Plan Accordingly to Avoid Hazardous Travel– If travel is necessary, keep a disaster supplies kit in your vehicle.

• Shovel• Windshield Scraper• Flashlight• Battery Powered Radio• Extra Batteries• Snack Food

• Travel Information

http://www.wyoroad.info(888) WYO-ROAD or 511

http://www.511.nebraska.govPhone: (800) 906-9069 or 511

• Snack Food• Extra Hats, Sock & Mittens• First Aid Kit w/ Pocket Knife• Necessary Medications• Blankets• Tow Chains/Ropes

Page 9: Hazardous Weather Briefing Snow Event– January 11-12 th, 2013 National Weather Service Cheyenne, WY  Email: w-cys.webmaster@noaa.gov

Hazardous Weather Briefing

For Questions and Additional Information:NWS Cheyenne, WY

http://www.weather.gov/cysEmail: [email protected]

Phone: 307-772-2468