Wyoming Braces for Heavy Snow and Strong Winds

Wyoming is in for a rough ride with a big winter storm coming.

The weather service has issued a warning. It will last until early Monday. Heavy snow and strong winds are expected.

Storm Details

• Snowfall:
• Western Wyoming: Snow will start falling this evening, worsening by midnight.
• Mountains: Jackson and Star Valleys could get 1 to 2 inches tonight.
• Wind River Range: More than three feet of snow expected. 10 inches possible Saturday night alone.
• Sunday: Up to 29 inches of snow possible.

• Winds:
• Gusts: 50 to 60 mph in South Pass and Red Canyon this afternoon.
• Overnight: Gusts over 60 mph possible in south Casper.
• Saturday Night: Gusts as high as 43 mph.
• Sunday: Breezy, with winds up to 33 mph. Wind chill could feel as low as zero.

Hazardous Conditions

• Snow Showers: Starting after 11 pm Saturday.
• Accumulation: 6 to 10 inches Saturday night, 9 to 13 inches Sunday.
• Chance of Snow: 80% Saturday night, 90% Sunday.

Much of western and central Wyoming is expected to see hazardous conditions. People should be prepared for heavy snow and strong winds.