| Douglas County (Eastern) Foothills | Weather Alert Winter Weather Advisory *NOAA Issue Date: 11/20/2009 12:36 PM
Remains in effect from 4 Pm this
afternoon to 4 Am Pst Saturday above 2500 feet...
a Winter Weather Advisory above 2500 feet remains in effect from
4 Pm this afternoon to 4 Am Pst Saturday.
* timing: snow will fall through early Saturday morning.
* snow accumulations: additional accumulation of 1 to 2 inches
between 2500 and 3500 feet with storm total accumulation between
2500 and 3500 feet generally 1 to 4 inches.
* snow levels: current snow levels are 3500 feet and will drop to
around 2500 feet late tonight.
* impacts: impacts are generally expected to increase with
elevation. The main area impacted will likely be from about
Steamboat eastward along and near highway 138 toward Diamond
Lake. Additionally auxiliary roads off of the highway will also
be significantly impacted...especially at higher elevations.
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
a Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow
will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow
covered roads and limited visibilities...and use caution while
driving. Click here for NOAA web site |