Winter Storm Warning

 

Winter Storm Warning

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
226 AM MST Thu Jan 4 2024

NMZ205-206-041800-
/O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240105T0600Z/
West Central Plateau-West Central Mountains-
226 AM MST Thu Jan 4 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 4
  inches with locally higher amounts possible in the Zuni Mountains
  and over Mount Taylor. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...West Central Mountains and West Central Plateau.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM MST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Tire traction will be
  reduced. Extend the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle
  in front of you. This includes along portions of I-40 from the
  Arizona border across the Continental Divide. The hazardous
  conditions could impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of blowing snow may significantly
  reduce visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.