November 8th 2024.
Attention all Colorado residents, brace yourselves for another round of winter weather coming your way on Friday. According to forecasters, this storm will bring treacherous road conditions and up to 3 feet of snow in certain areas of the Front Range and Eastern Plains.
Metro Denver and the southern foothills can expect anywhere from 7 to 14 inches of snow, with the heaviest amounts along Interstate 70 and southwards. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning, advising people not to travel east or southeast of Denver. The snow will continue through Saturday, and even after the storm passes, the impacts will be long-lasting.
For those living in rural areas of eastern Douglas, Elbert, Lincoln, and southern Washington counties, it's important to prepare for potential stranding for several days. In fact, historic snow accumulation is predicted for Elbert and Lincoln counties, with some areas expected to receive nearly 3 feet of snow.
As for those in the metro area, please be cautious when driving as the heaviest snowfall is expected to start around noon and continue into the evening at a rate of 1 to 2 inches per hour. The Colorado Department of Transportation is urging drivers to avoid traveling east of Interstate 25 and south of Interstate 76 due to the severe and sustained winter conditions.
In addition, many school closures and government office closures have been announced, with more expected as the storm intensifies. CDOT officials are warning of moderate to extreme impacts throughout the eastern half of the state, with the most severe weather affecting the Eastern Plains and southern Colorado. Long-term road closures are anticipated in these areas.
However, there is some good news for those in northern Colorado, including Fort Collins, Greeley, and the Eastern Plains north of I-76. They can expect milder snowfall according to the National Weather Service.
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