Salt Lake City, UT – A major winter storm is bringing heavy snow to Utah, Idaho, and Wyoming, creating hazardous travel conditions just ahead of Thanksgiving.
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued Winter Storm Warnings across the region, with impacts expected through Wednesday. Utah’s mountains, including areas along I-80 and Mirror Lake Highway, could see up to 36 inches of snow. Idaho’s Bear River Range is forecasted to receive 6 to 12 inches, while Wyoming’s Sierra Madre and Snowy Ranges may accumulate up to 24 inches. Winds gusting to 35 mph in some areas will further reduce visibility.
Residents planning to travel should prepare for delays, especially on key routes like I-80 in Utah and Wyoming and Highway 36 in Idaho. Traction laws may be enforced, and emergency kits with food, water, and flashlights are strongly recommended for motorists.
According to the NWS, snow will taper off Wednesday evening, but freezing temperatures will persist. Thanksgiving Day is expected to be dry but cold, with highs ranging from the mid-40s in Utah’s valleys to the low 30s in Idaho and Wyoming. Mountain regions will remain well below freezing, and icy roads are likely to impact early morning holiday travel.
The five-day forecast shows conditions improving after Thanksgiving, with sunnier skies heading into the weekend. However, the current storm is expected to disrupt Thanksgiving travel plans for many, especially those crossing mountain passes.
Travelers are urged to check state-specific road condition updates through Utah’s UDOT Traffic, Idaho’s 511 system, and Wyoming’s Department of Transportation resources. Avoid unnecessary trips during the storm, and use extreme caution if travel is essential.
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