HAZARDS…A snow squall which can rapidly reduce visibility to less
than a quarter of a mile. This squall is so intense that it is
producing lightning and thunder. The snow will accumulate very
rapidly.
LOCATION AND MOVEMENT…At 135 PM MDT, a snow squall was over Bitter
Creek Rest Area, which is 28 miles west of Wamsutter moving east at
40 MPH.
LOCATIONS IMPACTED…
This squall will remain over mainly rural areas of central East
Sweetwater County County.
This includes Interstate 80 between mile markers 133 and 174.
SAFETY INFO…
Use extra caution if you must travel into or through this squall.
Rapid changes in visibility and potentially slick roads may lead to
accidents.
Conditions can deteriorate rapidly in winter weather situations. Be
prepared for snow or ice covered roads. Slow down and allow extra
time to reach your destination.