Severe Storm Update: What You Need To Know For Wednesday

BOULDER, CO -- The National Weather Service has released updated information ahead of Wednesday's anticipated storm. Boulder County is under a winter storm watch from 10 a.m. to midnight tomorrow with three to eight inches of snow expected and possible wind gusts of up to 50 miles per hour. The impacts will be even more significant in eastern parts of the county, and northern Colorado east of I-25 will be under a blizzard warning during the same time frame.

Plan ahead! If you can avoid driving tomorrow afternoon, do so. Also dress appropriately and take caution if you absolutely have to travel during the storm. https://t.co/nzXNOZQnIO
— Boulder OEM (@BoulderOEM) March 12, 2019

Both the NWS and the Boulder County Office of Emergency Management are telling people in the area to avoid travel Wednesday afternoon if at all possible. Even for areas without significant snow accumulation, forecasters are warning that the high winds will cause severely limited visibility and drifting.

New highlights ahead of potent winter storm. Prepare for heavy snow, blowing snow, low visibilities, and potential power outages. #COwx pic.twitter.com/IAlHJeKZZA
— NWS Boulder (@NWSBoulder) March 12, 2019

Be prepared for a fast-moving storm that will bring blowing snow, possible road closures and potential for power outages.

Winds will be howling with the arrival of cold temps and snow. Wind damage likely east of I-25. Be prepared for power outages. DO NOT TRAVEL Wednesday afternoon or night! #COwx pic.twitter.com/LcVfxMqRSs
— NWS Boulder (@NWSBoulder) March 12, 2019

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