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Fire Weather Danger TODAY and TOMORROW

High Winds Tuesday

Snow ramp up tonight in the mountains

RED FLAG Warning are in effect both Today and Tomorrow for a good part of the region. Please do not do anything which could cause a spark. It will be breezy to windy today, and VERY WINDY tomorrow across the region. #cowx

Strong winds will occur over all of the region Tuesday. Gusts of 60 to 65 mph across the San Luis Valley and eastern plains, and up to 75-80 mph for the higher elevations, are expected, producing areas of blowing dust, potential damage to trees and power lines, and difficult travel for high-profile vehicles. In addition, humidity values dropping down to 10% for much of area, coupled with very dry fuels, will mean broad areas of critical fire weather conditions. Stay tuned as Tuesday will be a very active day with forecast updates likely! #cowx

Snow will develop tonight over the mountains and last into Wednesday. The snow will fall mainly along the divide with the heaviest amounts over the San Juans. Very strong winds will cause considerable blowing and drifting of the snow , especially tonight and tomorrow. Travel will be difficult over the mountain passes. #cowx