Cheyenne, WY – A winter weather advisory remains in effect across parts of Wyoming and Nebraska as a strong storm system brings heavy snowfall and hazardous travel conditions through Friday.
According to the National Weather Service in Cheyenne, the Snowy Range could see an additional 3 to 13 inches of snow with gusty winds reaching up to 35 mph. The advisory remains active until 11 p.m. MST Friday. Outdoor activities, including hiking and snowmobiling, could become dangerous due to low visibility and blowing snow.
In the Laramie Valley, South Laramie Range, and South Laramie Range Foothills, snowfall is expected to taper off by 8 a.m. Thursday, with up to two inches of additional accumulation. Commuters along Interstate 80 between Cheyenne and Laramie should plan for slippery road conditions.
Central Carbon County and the North Snowy Range Foothills, including Rawlins, Elk Mountain, and Arlington, will also see snow accumulation of 1 to 3 inches until 8 a.m. Thursday. Road conditions in these areas, especially on bridges and overpasses, could become slick and hazardous.
Meanwhile, Goshen County in Wyoming and Box Butte and Southern Sioux counties in Nebraska are under a winter weather advisory from 5 p.m. Thursday until 11 a.m. Friday. Snow accumulations could range from 6 to 11 inches, with wind gusts up to 40 mph making travel difficult.
Drivers are urged to slow down, use caution, and check road conditions by dialing 511 before traveling. The National Weather Service advises staying updated on forecasts as conditions evolve.
