Winter Storm Watch Star Valley Late Friday night through Saturday

Winter Storm Watch Star Valley Late Friday night through Saturday

Total Snow Ending Noon Sunday Nov. 5 2017


URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Riverton WY
556 AM MDT Fri Nov 3 2017

...Snow, heavy at times, in the Western Mountains today through
Saturday night...


Another more powerful snowstorm is setting up for the western
mountains of Wyoming beginning today and continuing through
Saturday night. Up to 2 feet or more of snowfall is expected
across much of western/northwestern mountains by Sunday morning.
In addition, gusty southwest winds could cause blowing and
drifting of snow at times and in favored locations. This will
make travel difficult or impossible over some mountains passes,
including Teton and Togwotee Passes.

Star Valley-
Including the cities of Afton, Alpine, Star Valley Ranch,
and Thayne
556 AM MDT Fri Nov 3 2017

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Plan on difficult travel
  conditions. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 9 inches, with
  localized amounts up to 11 inches, are possible.

* WHERE...Star Valley.

* WHEN...From 12 AM Saturday through 06 AM Sunday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Significant reductions in visibility are
  possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Watch means there is potential for significant
snow, sleet or ice accumulations that may impact travel. Continue
to monitor the latest forecasts.