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Winter Storm Warning | Getty Images/iStockphoto
From February 14, 2023 post.
WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 5 PM MST WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 6 inches except between 6 and 10 inches above 7500 feet possible. Winds could gust as high as 55 mph.
* WHERE...South Central Mountains, East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Far Northeast Highlands, Harding County, Johnson and Bartlett Mesas Including Raton Pass, Union County, Southwest Mountains, West Central Mountains, and West Central Plateau.
* WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 5 PM MST Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Tire chains may be necessary if traveling through mountain passes. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning commutes. Strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.
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.
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