Pueblo, CO – Colorado residents are facing heavy snowfall and freezing conditions this weekend, as a powerful winter storm continues to impact the area. Affected counties, including Pueblo and El Paso, have experienced snowfall reaching 37 inches near Fort Garland, with hazardous conditions expected to persist through Sunday. Authorities are urging residents to remain vigilant, particularly on major routes like Interstate 25 and U.S. Highway 50, where black ice and blowing snow are creating treacherous driving conditions.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Pueblo, Winter Storm Warnings remain active across multiple Colorado counties, with advisories extending into Sunday morning. Heavy snow and high winds are forecast to continue impacting western Kiowa, Otero, Crowley, and Bent counties, with El Paso County under advisory until 11 a.m. Sunday. The NWS has reported that travel may be particularly dangerous due to wind-driven snow and icy road surfaces, especially along the Palmer Divide.
Temperatures are expected to drop sharply by Sunday evening, with lows plunging into the teens. Blowing snow may reduce visibility, and wind chills could create dangerous conditions for exposed skin. Residents are advised to limit travel unless necessary and to monitor local updates for potential road closures or delays.
As Veterans Day approaches on Monday, the weather outlook remains cold, with intermittent snow showers and possible sunshine breaks midweek. Temperatures may gradually rise by Wednesday, offering a slight reprieve from the intense winter weather gripping the state. Drivers are encouraged to check conditions at cotrip.org before heading out and to equip their vehicles with winter survival gear.
Stay tuned for updates as conditions evolve, and exercise caution as this significant winter weather event unfolds across Colorado.
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