Winter Storm Warning
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
258 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
UTZ108-190000-
/O.CON.KSLC.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260219T1200Z/
Wasatch Back-
Including the following locations - Huntsville, Park City, and
Heber City
258 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST THURSDAY...
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 14
inches with locally higher amounts up to 18 inches near Park City.
* WHERE...Wasatch Back.
* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Winter driving conditions are expected. Traction
restrictions are likely. Snow likely to impact the Wednesday
morning commute, especially through Parleys Canyon.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A period of heavy snow is expected between
roughly 12 PM to 5 PM, with snowfall rates exceeding 1 inch per
hour. Showery conditions will persist through the remainder of the
day.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. For winter road conditions
from the Utah Department of Transportation, visit
http://www.udottraffic.utah.gov.
For graphical depictions of the snowfall forecast, including
Official NWS Forecast, High End Amount, and Low End Amount, visit
weather.gov/slc/winter.
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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
258 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
UTZ110>112-190000-
/O.CON.KSLC.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260219T1200Z/
Wasatch Mountains I-80 North-Wasatch Mountains South of I-80-
Western Uinta Mountains-
Including the following locations - Alta, Mantua, Moon Lake,
Brighton, Mirror Lake Highway, and Logan Summit
258 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST THURSDAY...
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Total snow accumulations between 1 and 2 feet
with locally higher accumulations up to 30 inches across the upper
Cottonwoods. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.
* WHERE...The Wasatch Mountains, and Western Uinta Mountains.
* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Winter driving conditions can be expected on all
mountain routes. Traction restrictions are likely.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A period of heavy snow is expected between
roughly 12 PM to 5 PM, with snowfall rates generally 1 to 2 inches
per hour likely, except exceeding 2 inches per hour in the Upper
Cottonwoods. Northwesterly flow prevailing behind a frontal
passage will result in lingering showers through the end of the
day Wednesday.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. For winter road conditions
from the Utah Department of Transportation, visit
http://www.udottraffic.utah.gov.
For graphical depictions of the snowfall forecast, including
Official NWS Forecast, High End Amount, and Low End Amount, visit
weather.gov/slc/winter.
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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
258 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
UTZ113-117-190000-
/O.CON.KSLC.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260219T1200Z/
Wasatch Plateau/Book Cliffs-Central Mountains-
Including the following locations - Cove Fort, Indian Canyon,
Fish Lake, Joes Valley, and Scofield
258 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST THURSDAY...
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 12
inches, with locally up to 18 inches along the Manti-Skyline and
Wasatch Plateau. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.
* WHERE...Central Mountains and Wasatch Plateau/Book Cliffs.
* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Winter driving conditions are likely. Traction laws may
be enacted.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A period of heavy snow is expected between
roughly 7 AM to 2 PM, with snowfall rates exceeding 1 inch per
hour possible at times. Showery conditions will persist through
the remainder of the day.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. For winter road conditions
from the Utah Department of Transportation, visit
http://www.udottraffic.utah.gov.
For graphical depictions of the snowfall forecast, including
Official NWS Forecast, High End Amount, and Low End Amount, visit
weather.gov/slc/winter.
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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
258 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
UTZ125-190000-
/O.CON.KSLC.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260219T0000Z/
Southern Mountains-
Including the following locations - Alton and Brian Head
258 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 8 and 18
inches across much of the southern mountains with 1 to 2 feet near
the Tushar and Pine Valley ranges. Locally up 3 feet near Brian
Head. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.
* WHERE...Southern Mountains.
* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Winter driving conditions can be expected on all
mountain routes. Traction restrictions are likely.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A period of heavy snow is expected through
roughly 10 AM, with snowfall rates 1 to 2 inches per hour possible
at times, except likely exceeding 2 inches per hour in the Brian
Head area Wednesday morning. Showery conditions will persist
through the remainder of the day.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. For winter road conditions
from the Utah Department of Transportation, visit
http://www.udottraffic.utah.gov.
For graphical depictions of the snowfall forecast, including
Official NWS Forecast, High End Amount, and Low End Amount, visit
weather.gov/slc/winter.
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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
1254 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
WYZ112-182200-
/O.CON.KCYS.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260219T1200Z/
Sierra Madre Range-
1254 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST THURSDAY...
* WHAT...After a brief lull early this morning, periods of heavy
snow expected to redevelop around sunrise with blowing snow
possible. Total snow accumulations between 1 to 3 feet through
Thursday morning. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph.
* WHERE...Sierra Madre Range.
* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and
blowing snow at times. Outdoor recreation could become life
threatening to those caught unprepared for severe winter
conditions. Hikers and snowmobilers may easily become disoriented.
Frostbite and hypothermia can develop quickly.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Flagstaff AZ
1248 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
AZZ004-015-016-190215-
/O.NEW.KFGZ.WS.A.0003.260220T0000Z-260220T1800Z/
/O.CON.KFGZ.WS.W.0001.260218T1200Z-260219T0300Z/
Kaibab Plateau-Western Mogollon Rim-Eastern Mogollon Rim-
Including the cities of Jacob Lake, Fredonia, Williams, Flagstaff,
Happy Jack, Heber, Forest Lakes, and Munds Park
1248 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
FRIDAY MORNING...
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM EARLY THIS
MORNING TO 8 PM MST THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected along with
blowing snow. Total snow accumulations between 4 to 10 inches.
Winds gusting as high as 65 mph. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy
snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 9 inches
possible. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph.
* WHERE...Mogollon Rim, and Kaibab Plateau.
* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from 5 AM early this morning
to 8 PM MST this evening. For the Winter Storm Watch, from Thursday
afternoon through Friday morning.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely
become slick and hazardous. Travel is not recommended as heavy
snowfall and low visibility will create dangerous driving
conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce
visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Wednesday
morning and evening commutes. Very strong winds could cause
extensive damage to trees and power lines. Roads, and especially
bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
Forecast snowfall amounts from 5 AM MST Today to 8 PM MST Today...
Forest Lakes: 6 to 8" Fredonia: 1 to 2"
Doney Park: 4 to 6" Flagstaff: 6 to 8"
Munds Park: 6 to 10" Pine-Strawberry: 4 to 6"
Williams: 5 to 8" Heber-Overgaard: 1 to 2"
Jacob Lake: 6 to 8"
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions and
closures go to az511.gov, or call 5 1 1.
Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use
extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.
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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
1237 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
COZ060-068-181545-
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260219T0600Z/
Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet-Eastern San Juan
Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
Including Wolf Creek Pass, Cumbres Pass, and Bonanza
1237 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 6 to 18
inches with locally higher amounts possible across the eastern San
Juan mountains. Winds gusting as high as 70 mph causing poor
visibility in blowing snow.
* WHERE...Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet and Eastern San
Juan Mountains Above 10000 Feet.
* WHEN...Until 11 PM MST this evening.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Widespread
blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Very strong
winds could cause power outages and tree damage.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Denver CO
1059 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
COZ031-182200-
/O.CON.KBOU.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260219T1200Z/
West Jackson and West Grand Counties Above 9000 Feet-
Including the cities of Mt Zirkel
1059 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST THURSDAY...
* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow. Additional snow accumulations
between 7 and 15 inches. Winds gusting to around 50 mph.
* WHERE...Rabbit Ears Pass.
* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Snow and blowing snow will reduce visibility to a quarter
mile or less, with potential for sudden snow squalls Wednesday
afternoon and evening to bring quick intense bursts of snow and
whiteout conditions. Travel will be very difficult at times.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
Colorado can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or by going to
www.cotrip.org.
If traveling to the mountains, be prepared for winter driving
conditions. Check cotrip.org for road closures and traction laws.
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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Junction CO
1016 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
COZ003-181900-
/O.CON.KGJT.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260219T1200Z/
Roan and Tavaputs Plateaus-
Including the cities of Rio Blanco
1016 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST THURSDAY...
* WHAT...Snow. Total snow accumulations between 10 and 18 inches
with locally higher amounts possible. Winds gusting as high as 60
mph.
* WHERE...Roan and Tavaputs Plateaus.
* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Blowing snow may result
in near zero visibility at times. The hazardous conditions could
impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes. Strong winds
could cause tree damage.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.
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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Junction CO
1016 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
COZ004-181900-
/O.CON.KGJT.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260219T1200Z/
Elkhead and Park Mountains-
Including the cities of Columbine, Hahns Peak, and Toponas
1016 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST THURSDAY...
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Total snow accumulations between 10 and 20
inches with locally higher amounts possible. Winds gusting as high
as 60 mph.
* WHERE...Elkhead and Park Mountains.
* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Blowing
snow may result in near zero visibility at times. The hazardous
conditions could impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes.
Strong winds could cause tree damage.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, warm clothes,
and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.
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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Junction CO
1016 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
COZ009-012-181900-
/O.CON.KGJT.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260219T1200Z/
Grand and Battlement Mesas-West Elk and Sawatch Mountains-
Including the cities of Skyway, Crested Butte, Taylor Park, Marble,
Monarch Pass, and McClure Pass
1016 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST THURSDAY...
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Total snow accumulations between 10 and 20
inches with locally higher amounts possible. Winds gusting as high
as 60 mph.
* WHERE...Grand and Battlement Mesas and West Elk and Sawatch
Mountains.
* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Blowing
snow may result in near zero visibility at times. The hazardous
conditions could impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes.
Strong winds could cause tree damage.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, warm clothes,
and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.
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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Junction CO
1016 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
COZ010-013-181900-
/O.CON.KGJT.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260219T1200Z/
Gore and Elk Mountains/Central Mountain Valleys-Flat Tops-
Including the cities of Aspen, Snowmass, Vail, Vail Pass, Minturn,
Buford, and Trappers Lake
1016 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST THURSDAY...
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Total snow accumulations between 10 and 20
inches with locally higher amounts possible. Winds gusting as high
as 60 mph.
* WHERE...Flat Tops and Gore and Elk Mountains/Central Mountain
Valleys.
* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Blowing
snow may result in near zero visibility at times. The hazardous
conditions could impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes.
Strong winds could cause tree damage.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, warm clothes,
and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.
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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Junction CO
1016 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
COZ017-181900-
/O.CON.KGJT.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260219T1200Z/
Uncompahgre Plateau and Dallas Divide-
Including the cities of Ridgway, Glade Park, and Colorado National
Monument
1016 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST THURSDAY
ABOVE 7000 FEET...
* WHAT...Heavy snow above 7000 feet. Total snow accumulations
between 8 and 18 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.
* WHERE...Uncompahgre Plateau and Dallas Divide.
* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Blowing
snow may result in near zero visibility at times. The hazardous
conditions could impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes.
Strong winds could cause tree damage.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, warm clothes,
and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.
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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Junction CO
1016 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
COZ018-019-181900-
/O.CON.KGJT.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260219T1200Z/
Northwest San Juan Mountains-Southwest San Juan Mountains-
Including the cities of Telluride, Lizard Head Pass, Ouray, Red Mtn
Pass, Lake City, Silverton, Molas Pass, Coal Bank Pass, Rico, and
Hesperus
1016 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST THURSDAY...
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Total snow accumulations between 12 and 20
inches with locally higher amounts possible. Winds gusting as high
as 60 mph.
* WHERE...Northwest San Juan Mountains and Southwest San Juan
Mountains.
* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Blowing
snow may result in near zero visibility at times. The hazardous
conditions could impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes.
Strong winds could cause tree damage.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, warm clothes,
and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.
&&
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High Wind Warning
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
1234 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
COZ069>075-077>080-083-086>088-181545-
/O.CON.KPUB.HW.W.0003.260218T1300Z-260219T0200Z/
Del Norte Vicinity/Northern San Luis Valley Below 8500 Feet-
Alamosa Vicinity/Central San Luis Valley Below 8500 Feet-
Southern San Luis Valley-Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains
Between 8500 And 11000 Feet-Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains
Above 11000 Feet-Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between
7500 and 11000 Feet-Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above
11000 Feet-Western/Central Fremont County Below 8500 Feet-Wet
Mountain Valley Below 8500 Feet-Wet Mountains between 6300 and
10000 Feet-Wet Mountains Above 10000 Feet-Canon City
Vicinity/Eastern Fremont County-Pueblo Vicinity/Pueblo County
Below 6300 Feet-Walsenburg Vicinity/Upper Huerfano River Basin
Below 7500 Feet-Trinidad Vicinity/Western Las Animas County Below
7500 Feet-
Including Coaldale, Hillside, Alamosa, Pueblo, Walsenburg,
Manassa, Stonewall, Swissvale, Antonito, La Veta Pass, Sanford,
Weston, Monte Vista, Blanca Peak, Penrose, Trinidad, Center,
Silver Cliff, Blanca, Canon City, Howard, San Luis, Spanish
Peaks, Westcliffe, La Jara, Fort Garland, Del Norte, Texas Creek,
Cuchara, Cotopaxi, Rye, and Poncha Pass
1234 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM THIS MORNING TO 7
PM MST THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph
expected.
* WHERE...Portions of central, south central, and southeast Colorado.
* WHEN...From 6 AM this morning to 7 PM MST this evening.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines,
leading to the potential for power outages. Travel will be
difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.
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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
719 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
NMZ213-214-181200-
/O.NEW.KABQ.HW.W.0003.260218T1800Z-260219T1200Z/
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains-Southern Sangre de Cristo
Mountains-
719 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM WEDNESDAY TO 5 AM MST
THURSDAY...
* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected.
* WHERE...Northern and Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains.
* WHEN...From 11 AM Wednesday to 5 AM MST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially
for high profile vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A few inches of snow combined with very strong
winds will create periods of blowing snow Wednesday evening and
night.
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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
719 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
NMZ215-223-226-229-233-239-240-181200-
/O.CAN.KABQ.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260218T0300Z/
/O.UPG.KABQ.HW.A.0002.260218T1800Z-260219T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KABQ.HW.W.0003.260218T1800Z-260219T1200Z/
East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-Central Highlands-South
Central Mountains-Northeast Highlands-Guadalupe County-Eastern
Lincoln County-Southwest Chaves County-
719 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM WEDNESDAY TO 5 AM MST
THURSDAY...
* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.
* WHERE...The east slopes of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and
adjacent highlands.
* WHEN...From 11 AM Wednesday to 5 AM MST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially
for high profile vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A brief period of snow Wednesday evening may
create areas of blowing snow along the east slopes of the Sangre de
Cristo Mountains.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Take action to secure trash cans, lawn furniture, and other loose or
lightweight outdoor objects. Dangerous driving conditions can be
expected, especially for motorists in high profile vehicles.
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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
719 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
NMZ212-227-228-181200-
/O.CAN.KABQ.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260218T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KABQ.HW.W.0003.260218T1800Z-260219T1200Z/
Glorieta Mesa Including Glorieta Pass-Johnson and Bartlett Mesas
Including Raton Pass-Far Northeast Highlands-
719 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM WEDNESDAY TO 5 AM MST
THURSDAY...
* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.
* WHERE...Glorieta Mesa Including Glorieta Pass, Far Northeast
Highlands, and Johnson and Bartlett Mesas Including Raton Pass.
* WHEN...From 11 AM Wednesday to 5 AM MST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially
for high profile vehicles.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Take action to secure trash cans, lawn furniture, and other loose or
lightweight outdoor objects. Dangerous driving conditions can be
expected, especially for motorists in high profile vehicles.
&&
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Avalanche Warning
COZ004-009-010-012-013-018-019-031-034-060-068-200045-
BULLETIN - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED AVALANCHE WARNING
COLORADO AVALANCHE INFORMATION CENTER
RELAYED BY NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE DENVER/BOULDER CO
532 PM MST TUE FEB 17 2026
THE FOLLOWING MESSAGE IS TRANSMITTED AT THE REQUEST OF THE
COLORADO AVALANCHE INFORMATION CENTER.
AVALANCHE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY EVENING THROUGH THURSDAY
*WHAT Heavy snow and strong winds will result in HIGH (4 of 5)
avalanche danger.
*WHEREthe Flat Tops, Park Range, Grand Mesa, Elkhead Mountains,
Gore Range, Sawatch, West Elk, Elk Mountains, and San Juan Mountains.
*WHEN Expect very dangerous avalanche conditions to begin on Tuesday
evening and last through Thursday.
*IMPACTS Large and dangerous avalanches will be easy to trigger.
Large avalanches will run naturally.
*PRECAUTION/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS Travel in backcountry avalanche
terrain is not recommended from Tuesday evening through Friday.
Avoid travel on and under slopes with a slope angle steeper than
about 30 degrees. You can find more detailed information at
colorado.gov/avalanche
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Red Flag Warning
URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
337 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...RED FLAG WARNING TODAY 10 AM TO 7 PM FOR THE NORTHEAST AND
CENTRAL HIGHLANDS, AND THE NORTHEAST AND EAST CENTRAL PLAINS, DUE
TO STRONG WINDS AND LOW HUMIDITY...
...FIRE WEATHER WATCH FRIDAY FROM 1 TO 6 PM FOR THE EAST CENTRAL
PLAINS DUE TO STRONG WINDS AND LOW HUMIDITY...
.Another day of strong to potentially damaging southwest winds is
expected today, with minimum humidities as low as 9 percent across
eastern NM, where Energy Release Components vary from the 50th to
95th percentile and a couple of active wildfires are underway.
After locally critical fire weather conditions and somewhat
weaker winds on Thursday, wind speeds will strengthen again on
Friday when widespread critical fire weather conditions are
expected to return to the east central plains.
NMZ104-123-125-190200-
/O.CON.KABQ.FW.W.0005.260218T1700Z-260219T0200Z/
Northeast Plains-Northeast Highlands-Central Highlands-
337 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO
7 PM MST THIS EVENING...
* AREA AND TIMING...Northeast Highlands (Zone 123), Northeast
Plains (Zone 104), and Central Highlands (Zone 104) today from
10 AM until 7 PM MST.
* 20 FOOT WINDS...Southwest 25 to 40 mph with gusts from 50 to 60
mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...Bottoming out between 12 to 20 percent.
* IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
Outdoor burning is not recommended.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Please advise the appropriate officials or fire crews in the
field of this Red Flag Warning.
&&
$$
44
URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
1242 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
COZ227-182345-
/O.EXA.KPUB.FW.W.0011.260218T1700Z-260219T0200Z/
/O.CON.KPUB.FW.A.0008.260219T1700Z-260220T0200Z/
Southern El Paso County Including Fort Carson and Colorado
Springs-
1242 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 PM MST
THIS EVENING FOR GUSTY WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR FIRE
WEATHER ZONE 227...
...FIRE WEATHER WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY MORNING
THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING FOR GUSTY WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE
HUMIDITY FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONE 227...
The National Weather Service in Pueblo has issued a Red Flag
Warning for gusty winds and low relative humidity, which is in
effect from 10 AM this morning to 7 PM MST this evening.
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 227.
* TIMING...For the Red Flag Warning, from 10 AM this morning to
7 PM MST this evening. For the Fire Weather Watch, from
Thursday morning through Thursday evening.
* WINDS...West 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph today. West
winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph on Thursday.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 12 percent.
* IMPACTS...Fires will catch and spread quickly. Exercise
extreme caution with any outdoor burning.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.
A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions
are forecast to occur. Listen for later forecasts and possible
Red Flag Warnings.
&&
$$
URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
1242 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
COZ228-230-182345-
/O.CON.KPUB.FW.W.0011.260218T1700Z-260219T0200Z/
/O.CON.KPUB.FW.A.0008.260219T1700Z-260220T0200Z/
Pueblo County Including Pueblo-
Western Las Animas County Including Trinidad and Thatcher-
1242 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO
7 PM MST THIS EVENING FOR GUSTY WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY
FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 228 AND 230...
...FIRE WEATHER WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY MORNING
THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING FOR GUSTY WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE
HUMIDITY FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 228 AND 230...
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 228 and 230.
* TIMING...For the Red Flag Warning, from 10 AM this morning to
7 PM MST this evening. For the Fire Weather Watch, from
Thursday morning through Thursday evening.
* WINDS...West 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph today. West
winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph on Thursday.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 11 percent.
* IMPACTS...Fires will catch and spread quickly. Exercise
extreme caution with any outdoor burning.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.
A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions
are forecast to occur. Listen for later forecasts and possible
Red Flag Warnings.
&&
$$
Winter Weather Advisory
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
258 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
UTZ102>106-116-190000-
/O.EXT.KSLC.WW.Y.0006.260218T1500Z-260219T0200Z/
Tooele and Rush Valleys-Eastern Box Elder County-Northern Wasatch
Front-Salt Lake Valley-Utah Valley-Eastern Juab/Millard Counties-
Including the following locations - Sandy, Lehi, Bountiful,
Snowville, Fillmore, Brigham City, Scipio, Provo, Tooele, Salt
Lake City, Payson, Nephi, Ogden, West Jordan, Vernon, and
Grantsville
258 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THIS MORNING TO 7
PM MST THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 1 and 4
inches with locally higher amounts up to 6 inches along the
benches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.
* WHERE...The Wasatch Front, Tooele and Rush Valleys, and Eastern
Juab/Millard Counties.
* WHEN...From 8 AM this morning to 7 PM MST this evening.
* IMPACTS...Winter driving conditions are expected, with impacts
possible for the Wednesday morning and evening commute.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heaviest snowfall is expected between 11 AM
to 3 PM, with snow rates around 1 inch per hour possible at times
during this period. More showery conditions continue through the
remainder of the afternoon.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. For winter road
conditions from the Utah Department of Transportation, visit
http://www.udottraffic.utah.gov.
For graphical depictions of the snowfall forecast, including
Official NWS Forecast, High End Amount, and Low End Amount, visit
weather.gov/slc/winter.
&&
$$
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
258 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
UTZ124-126-128-190000-
/O.CON.KSLC.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-260219T0000Z/
Zion National Park-Upper Sevier River Valleys-South Central Utah-
Including the following locations - Panguitch, Koosharem,
Escalante, Springdale, Kanab, and Circleville
258 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 1 to 4
inches with higher totals up to 10 inches above 7000 feet. Winds
gusting as high as 45 mph.
* WHERE...South Central Utah, Upper Sevier River Valleys, and Zion
National Park.
* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Winter driving conditions are likely.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heaviest snowfall is expected between 6 AM to
11 AM, with more showery conditions continuing through the
remainder of the afternoon.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. For winter road
conditions from the Utah Department of Transportation, visit
http://www.udottraffic.utah.gov.
For graphical depictions of the snowfall forecast, including
Official NWS Forecast, High End Amount, and Low End Amount, visit
weather.gov/slc/winter.
&&
$$
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
258 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
WYZ021-190000-
/O.CON.KSLC.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-260219T0000Z/
Southwest Wyoming-
Including the following locations - Lyman and Evanston
258 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...Snow. Snow accumulations between 1 to 5 inches with locally
higher amounts up to 8 inches on the northern slope of the Uinta
Mountains.
* WHERE...Southwest Wyoming.
* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Winter driving conditions are likely.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heaviest snowfall is expected between 8 AM
and 2 PM, with more showery conditions continuing through the
remainder of the afternoon.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. For winter road
conditions from the Wyoming Department of Transportation, visit
http://www.wyoroad.info or dial 511.
For graphical depictions of the snowfall forecast, including
Official NWS Forecast, High End Amount, and Low End Amount, visit
weather.gov/slc/winter.
&&
$$
For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/saltlakecity.
For information on potential travel impacts visit
http://udottraffic.utah.gov
JW
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
1254 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
WYZ114-182200-
/O.CON.KCYS.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-260219T1200Z/
Snowy Range-
Including the cities of Centennial and Albany
1254 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST
THURSDAY...
* WHAT...Periods of snow expected with blowing snow. Total snow
accumulations between 12 and 18 inches through Thursday morning.
Winds could gust as high as 65 mph.
* WHERE...Snowy Range.
* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Poor visibility expected in falling and blowing snow.
Outdoor recreation could become life threatening to those caught
unprepared for severe winter conditions. Hikers and snowmobilers
may easily become disoriented. Frostbite and hypothermia can
develop quickly.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.
&&
$$
Trudel
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Flagstaff AZ
1248 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
AZZ011-039-190200-
/O.CON.KFGZ.WW.Y.0004.260218T1200Z-260219T0200Z/
Chuska Mountains and Defiance Plateau-Black Mesa Area-
Including the cities of Navajo N.M., Ganado, and Window Rock
1248 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM EARLY THIS
MORNING TO 7 PM MST THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to 4 inches, with
higher amounts around Buffalo Pass. Winds gusting as high as 60
mph.
* WHERE...Black Mesa, Chuska Mountains, and Defiance Plateau.
* WHEN...From 5 AM early this morning to 7 PM MST this evening.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely
become slick and hazardous. Even light snowfall amounts can create
hazardous driving conditions due to slippery, snow-covered roads.
The hazardous conditions will impact the Wednesday morning and
evening commutes. Strong winds could cause extensive damage to
trees and power lines.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
Forecast snowfall amounts from 5 AM MST Today to 7 PM MST Today...
Buffalo Pass: 4 to 6" Ganado: Trace to 1"
Window Rock: 1 to 2" Shonto: 2 to 4"
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road
conditions and closures go to az511.gov, or call 5 1 1.
&&
$$
Konieczny
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
1237 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
COZ058-059-061-066-067-181545-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-260219T0600Z/
Western Mosquito Range/East Lake County Above 11000 Feet-
Leadville Vicinity/Lake County Below 11000 Feet-Western Chaffee
County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet-La Garita Mountains Above
10000 Feet-Upper Rio Grande Valley/Eastern San Juan Mountains
Below 10000 Feet-
Including Alpine, Climax, St Elmo, Granite, Creede, North Pass,
South Fork, and Leadville
1237 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations between 4 and 12
inches, with locally higher amounts possible across the crest of
the Sawatch range. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.
* WHERE...La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet, Central Lake County
Below 11000 Feet, Western Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000
Feet, Western Mosquito Range Above 11000 Feet, and Upper Rio
Grande Valley and Eastern San Juan Mountains Below 10000 Feet.
* WHEN...Until 11 PM MST this evening.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Very
strong winds could cause power outages and tree damage.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Another round of heavy snow is expected
through the day Wednesday.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.
&&
$$
Visit us at http://www.weather.gov/pub
MW
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Denver CO
1059 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
COZ030-032-182200-
/O.CON.KBOU.WW.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-260219T0600Z/
Jackson County Below 9000 Feet-Grand and Summit Counties Below
9000 Feet-
Including the cities of Spicer, Rand, Walden, Dillon, Fraser,
Kremmling, Grand Lake, Hot Sulphur Springs, North Park, Granby, and
Gould
1059 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST
WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...Snow and patchy blowing snow. Additional snow accumulations
between 3 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.
* WHERE...North Park, and Grand and Summit Counties Below 9000 Feet.
* WHEN...Until 11 PM MST Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Snow covered roads will make travel hazardous. Snow and
blowing snow may briefly reduce visibility to a quarter mile or
less.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Roads will be slick resulting in slow and hazardous travel. Allow
extra time to reach your destination.
If traveling to the mountains, be prepared for winter driving
conditions. Check cotrip.org for road closures and traction laws.
&&
$$
For more information from the National Weather Service, visit
https://weather.gov/bou
20
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Denver CO
1059 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
COZ033-034-182200-
/O.EXT.KBOU.WW.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-260219T1200Z/
South and East Jackson/Larimer/North and Northeast
Grand/Northwest Boulder Counties Above 9000 Feet-South and
Southeast Grand/West Central and Southwest Boulder/Gilpin/Clear
Creek/Summit/North and West Park Counties Above 9000 Feet-
Including the cities of Kenosha Mountains, Rocky Mountain National
Park, Williams Fork Mountains, East Slopes Mosquito Range, Eisenhower
Tunnel, Mount Blue Sky, Cameron Pass, Berthoud Pass, Laramie and
Medicine Bow Mountains, Breckenridge, Winter Park, East Slopes
Southern Gore Range, Willow Creek Pass, Rabbit Ears Range, and Indian
Peaks
1059 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST THURSDAY...
* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations between 3 and 8 inches.
Winds gusting as high as 65 mph.
* WHERE...Rocky Mountain National Park and the Medicine Bow Range,
and The Mountains of Summit County, the Mosquito Range, and the
Indian Peaks.
* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Snow and blowing snow will reduce visibility to a quarter
mile or less at times. There will also be potential for sudden snow
squalls late Wednesday afternoon and evening to bring quick intense
bursts of snow and brief whiteout conditions. The hazardous
conditions will impact the Wednesday morning and evening commutes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions
for Colorado can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or by going to
www.cotrip.org.
&&
$$
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Junction CO
1016 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
COZ005-181900-
/O.CON.KGJT.WW.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-260219T1200Z/
Upper Yampa River Basin-
Including the cities of Steamboat Springs
1016 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST
THURSDAY...
* WHAT...Snow. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches.
Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
* WHERE...Upper Yampa River Basin.
* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Blowing snow may result
in near zero visibility at times. The hazardous conditions could
impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes. Strong winds
could cause tree damage.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.
&&
$$
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Junction CO
1016 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
COZ023-181900-
/O.CON.KGJT.WW.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-260219T1200Z/
San Juan River Basin-
Including the cities of Pagosa Springs
1016 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST THURSDAY
ABOVE 7000 FEET...
* WHAT...Snow above 7000 feet. Total snow accumulations between 4
and 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
* WHERE...San Juan River Basin.
* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Blowing snow may result
in near zero visibility at times. The hazardous conditions could
impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes. Strong winds
could cause tree damage.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.
&&
$$
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Junction CO
1016 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
UTZ023-181900-
/O.CON.KGJT.WW.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-260219T1200Z/
Eastern Uinta Mountains-
Including the cities of Manila and Dutch John
1016 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST THURSDAY
ABOVE 7000 FEET...
* WHAT...Snow above 7000 feet. Total snow accumulations between 8
and 16 inches with locally higher amounts possible. Winds gusting
as high as 55 mph.
* WHERE...Eastern Uinta Mountains.
* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Blowing snow may result
in near zero visibility at times. The hazardous conditions could
impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes. Strong winds
could cause tree damage.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.
&&
$$
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Junction CO
1016 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
UTZ025-181900-
/O.CON.KGJT.WW.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-260219T1200Z/
Tavaputs Plateau-
1016 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST THURSDAY
ABOVE 7000 FEET...
* WHAT...Snow above 7000 feet. Total snow accumulations between 6
and 12 inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.
* WHERE...Tavaputs Plateau.
* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The
hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday morning and evening
commutes. Strong winds could cause tree damage.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.
&&
$$
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Junction CO
1016 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
UTZ028-181900-
/O.CON.KGJT.WW.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-260219T1200Z/
La Sal and Abajo Mountains-
Including the cities of Spanish Valley, La Sal, and Monticello
1016 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST THURSDAY
ABOVE 8000 FEET...
* WHAT...Snow above 8000 feet. Total snow accumulations between 6
and 12 inches, with locally higher amounts on favored aspects.
Winds gusting as high as 65 mph.
* WHERE...La Sal and Abajo Mountains.
* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Blowing snow may result
in near zero visibility at times. The hazardous conditions could
impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes. Strong winds
could cause tree damage.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.
&&
$$
BGB
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
728 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
NMZ202-210-181300-
/O.NEW.KABQ.WW.Y.0005.260218T1700Z-260219T0600Z/
Chuska Mountains-Tusas Mountains Including Chama-
728 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 11 PM MST
WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations 1 to 3 inches except
up to 6 inches above 8500 feet. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.
* WHERE...Tusas Mountains Including Chama and Chuska Mountains.
* WHEN...From 10 AM to 11 PM MST Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Tire traction will be
reduced. Extend the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle
in front of you. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce
visibility. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The worst conditions are likely Wednesday
afternoon and evening along a cold front. Visibility may be reduced
below one half mile at times.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road
conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com.
&&
$$
16
Wind Advisory
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
155 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
UTZ101-102-105-115-181300-
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-260218T1300Z/
Great Salt Lake Desert and Mountains-Tooele and Rush Valleys-Salt
Lake Valley-Western Millard and Juab Counties-
Including the following locations - Sandy, Little Sahara, Vernon,
Tooele, Salt Lake City, Park Valley, Wendover, West Jordan,
Grantsville, Delta, and Dugway
155 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MST EARLY THIS
MORNING...
* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts 45 to 55 mph expected.
* WHERE...Western Millard and Juab Counties, Great Salt Lake Desert
and Mountains, Salt Lake Valley, and Tooele and Rush Valleys.
* WHEN...Until 6 AM MST this morning.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and a few
power outages may result.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong south winds will precede a cold front
passage on Wednesday morning. Expect strongest winds just ahead of
this frontal passage, with winds switching northwesterly and
tapering 1 to 2 hours behind the front as precipitation fills in.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles and vehicles with trailers. Use extra caution.
&&
$$
For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/saltlakecity.
For information on potential travel impacts visit
http://udottraffic.utah.gov
JW
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Junction CO
1017 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
COZ001-002-006>008-011-014-020>022-UTZ022-024-027-029-181900-
/O.CON.KGJT.WI.Y.0002.260218T1200Z-260219T0000Z/
Lower Yampa River Basin-Central Yampa River Basin-Grand Valley-
Debeque to Silt Corridor-Central Colorado River Basin-Central
Gunnison and Uncompahgre River Basin-Upper Gunnison River Valley-
Paradox Valley/Lower Dolores River-Four Corners/Upper Dolores
River-Animas River Basin-Southeast Utah-Eastern Uinta Basin-
Arches/Grand Flat-Canyonlands/Natural Bridges-
Including the cities of Rangely, Dinosaur, Dinosaur National
Monument, Craig, Hayden, Meeker, Grand Junction, Fruita, Palisade,
Colorado National Monument, Whitewater, Collbran, De Beque, New
Castle, Mesa, Parachute, Rifle, Silt, Edwards, Eagle, Gypsum,
Glenwood Springs, Carbondale, Basalt, Montrose, Olathe, Delta,
Hotchkiss, Paonia, Almont, Gunnison, Cimarron, Black Canyon of the
Gunnison National Park, Gateway, Nucla, Norwood, Cortez, Dove Creek,
Mancos, Towaoc, Mesa Verde National Park, Durango, Bayfield,
Ignacio, Blanding, Bluff, Mexican Hat, Vernal, Jensen, Ballard, Fort
Duchesne, Randlett, Moab, Arches National Park, Castle Valley,
Thompson Springs, Dead Horse Point State Park, Canyonlands National
Park, Natural Bridges, and Fry Canyon
1017 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 5 PM MST WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph
expected.
* WHERE...Portions of northwest, southwest, and west central
Colorado and east central, northeast, and southeast Utah.
* WHEN...From 5 AM to 5 PM MST Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
&&
$$
BGB
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
719 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
NMZ201-203-204-206-209-241-181200-
/O.NEW.KABQ.WI.Y.0006.260218T1800Z-260219T0300Z/
Northwest Plateau-Far Northwest Highlands-Northwest Highlands-
West Central Mountains-San Francisco River Valley-San Agustin
Plains and Adjacent Lowlands-
719 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 8 PM MST WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph
expected.
* WHERE...Portions of western New Mexico including Farmington and
Grants.
* WHEN...From 11 AM to 8 PM MST Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs may be blown down. Expect strong crosswinds on area roadways.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A brief period of blowing snow may
significantly reduce visibility on roadways Wednesday afternoon and
evening in northwestern New Mexico.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
&&
$$
16
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
719 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
NMZ207-211-216>220-224-225-181200-
/O.CAN.KABQ.WI.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-260218T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KABQ.WI.Y.0006.260218T1800Z-260219T0300Z/
West Central Highlands-Jemez Mountains-Upper Rio Grande Valley-
Espanola Valley-Santa Fe Metro Area-Middle Rio Grande Valley
including the Albuquerque Metro Area-Lower Rio Grande Valley-
South Central Highlands-Upper Tularosa Valley-
719 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 8 PM MST WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph
expected.
* WHERE...Portions of western and central New Mexico, including the
Albuquerque and Santa Fe metro areas.
* WHEN...From 11 AM to 8 PM MST Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs may be blown down. Expect strong crosswinds on area roadways.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Flagstaff AZ
505 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
AZZ009-010-190200-
/O.CON.KFGZ.WI.Y.0002.260218T1200Z-260219T0200Z/
Northeast Plateaus and Mesas Hwy 264 Northward-Chinle Valley-
Including the cities of Keams Canyon, Kaibito, Canyon De Chelly,
Kayenta, and Chinle
505 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 7 PM MST WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph
expected.
* WHERE...Kaibito Plateau, and Chinle Valley.
* WHEN...From 5 AM to 7 PM MST Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could snap resulting in a few power outages. Travel will be
difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles, such as RVs, campers, and tractor trailers. Use
extra caution.
Secure loose outdoor objects that could be blown around or damaged by
the wind.
&&
$$
Meola
Winter Storm Watch
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Flagstaff AZ
1248 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
AZZ004-015-016-190215-
/O.NEW.KFGZ.WS.A.0003.260220T0000Z-260220T1800Z/
/O.CON.KFGZ.WS.W.0001.260218T1200Z-260219T0300Z/
Kaibab Plateau-Western Mogollon Rim-Eastern Mogollon Rim-
Including the cities of Jacob Lake, Fredonia, Williams, Flagstaff,
Happy Jack, Heber, Forest Lakes, and Munds Park
1248 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
FRIDAY MORNING...
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM EARLY THIS
MORNING TO 8 PM MST THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected along with
blowing snow. Total snow accumulations between 4 to 10 inches.
Winds gusting as high as 65 mph. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy
snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 9 inches
possible. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph.
* WHERE...Mogollon Rim, and Kaibab Plateau.
* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from 5 AM early this morning
to 8 PM MST this evening. For the Winter Storm Watch, from Thursday
afternoon through Friday morning.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely
become slick and hazardous. Travel is not recommended as heavy
snowfall and low visibility will create dangerous driving
conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce
visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Wednesday
morning and evening commutes. Very strong winds could cause
extensive damage to trees and power lines. Roads, and especially
bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
Forecast snowfall amounts from 5 AM MST Today to 8 PM MST Today...
Forest Lakes: 6 to 8" Fredonia: 1 to 2"
Doney Park: 4 to 6" Flagstaff: 6 to 8"
Munds Park: 6 to 10" Pine-Strawberry: 4 to 6"
Williams: 5 to 8" Heber-Overgaard: 1 to 2"
Jacob Lake: 6 to 8"
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions and
closures go to az511.gov, or call 5 1 1.
Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use
extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.
&&
$$
Avalanche Watch
UTZ110>113-117-125-181300-
BULLETIN - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Backcountry Avalanche Watch
Forest Service Utah Avalanche Center Salt Lake City UT
Relayed by National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
554 AM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
...THE FOREST SERVICE UTAH AVALANCHE CENTER HAS ISSUED A
BACKCOUNTRY AVALANCHE WATCH WHICH IS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TUESDAY
TO 6AM WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...Heavy snowfall and strong winds are increasing avalanche
danger across the mountains of Northern and Central Utah, as
well as Southwestern Utah and Southeast Idaho. Forecasters at
the Utah Avalanche Center expect dangerous, complex avalanche
conditions to develop on many slopes this week, with large
natural and human-triggered avalanches likely.
* WHERE...The mountains of Northern, Central, and Southwestern
Utah, as well as Southeastern Idaho.
* WHEN...The Watch will be in effect from 6 AM Tuesday through 6
AM Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Dangerous avalanche conditions are expected to develop
on many slopes. Avalanches can be triggered on slopes steeper
than 30 degrees. They may also be triggered remotely (from a
distance) or from below.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...What to do...Avoid traveling on or
underneath steep terrain at mid and upper elevations in the
backcountry. Carry and know how to use avalanche rescue
equipment, including a transceiver, shovel, and probe. Find
safer riding conditions on slopes less than 30 degrees with no
overhead hazard.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Stay off of and out from under slopes steeper than 30 degrees.
Backcountry travelers should consult www.utahavalanchecenter.org
or call 1-888-999-4019 for more detailed information.
This Watch does not apply to ski areas where avalanche hazard
reduction measures are performed.
$$
High Wind Watch
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
1239 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
WYZ116-117-182200-
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.A.0016.260219T0400Z-260219T1500Z/
South Laramie Range-South Laramie Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Pumpkin Vine, Vedauwoo, Buford, Horse
Creek, Federal, and Whitaker
1239 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH THURSDAY
MORNING...
* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible.
* WHERE...South Laramie Range and Foothills including the Interstate
80 Summit between Cheyenne and Laramie.
* WHEN...From this evening through Thursday morning.
* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including
campers and tractor trailers.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high
wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58
MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.
&&
$$
Trudel
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
1234 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
COZ081-082-084-085-181545-
/O.NEW.KPUB.HW.A.0003.260219T0300Z-260219T1400Z/
Teller County/Rampart Range Above 7500 Feet/Pikes Peak Between
7500 And 11000 Feet-Pikes Peak Above 11000 Feet-Northern El Paso
County/Monument Ridge/Rampart Range Below 7500 Feet-Colorado
Springs Vicinity/Southern El Paso County/Rampart Range Below
7400 Feet-
Including Pikes Peak, Colorado Springs, Woodland Park, Peterson
Space Force Base, and Black Forest
1234 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH THURSDAY
MORNING...
* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph possible.
* WHERE...Teller County and the Rampart Range including Pikes Peak,
and western El Paso county.
* WHEN...From this evening through Thursday morning.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines,
leading to possible power outages. Travel could be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong downslope winds will be possible in
the lee of the Rampart Range and Pikes Peak region tonight.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
&&
$$
Visit us at http://www.weather.gov/pub
MW
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Denver CO
1051 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
COZ035-036-039-182200-
/O.NEW.KBOU.HW.A.0003.260219T0300Z-260219T1400Z/
Larimer and Boulder Counties Between 6000 and 9000 Feet-Jefferson
and West Douglas Counties Above 6000 Feet/Gilpin/Clear
Creek/Northeast Park Counties Below 9000 Feet-Boulder And
Jefferson Counties Below 6000 Feet/West Broomfield County-
Including the cities of Estes Park, Georgetown, Boulder, Red Feather
Lakes, Westcreek, Longmont, Glendevey, Central City, Evergreen,
Golden, Bailey, Nederland, Lakewood, Idaho Springs, and Arvada
1051 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY EVENING THROUGH EARLY
THURSDAY MORNING...
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 75 mph possible.
* WHERE...The Northern Front Range Foothills, The Southern Front
Range Foothills, and Boulder and the western suburbs of Denver.
* WHEN...From Wednesday evening through Thursday morning.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could break tree limbs and blow down
fences. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile
vehicles.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
&&
$$
For more information from the National Weather Service, visit
https://weather.gov/bou
20
Fire Weather Watch
URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
1242 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
COZ222-229-182345-
/O.CON.KPUB.FW.A.0008.260219T1700Z-260220T0200Z/
Fremont County Including Canon City/Howard/Texas Creek-
Huerfano County Including Walsenburg-
1242 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...FIRE WEATHER WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY MORNING
THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING FOR GUSTY WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE
HUMIDITY FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 222 AND 229...
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 222 and 229.
* WINDS...West 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 12 percent.
* IMPACTS...Fires will catch and spread quickly. Exercise
extreme caution with any outdoor burning.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions
are forecast to occur. Listen for later forecasts and possible
Red Flag Warnings.
&&
$$
URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
1242 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
COZ227-182345-
/O.EXA.KPUB.FW.W.0011.260218T1700Z-260219T0200Z/
/O.CON.KPUB.FW.A.0008.260219T1700Z-260220T0200Z/
Southern El Paso County Including Fort Carson and Colorado
Springs-
1242 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 PM MST
THIS EVENING FOR GUSTY WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR FIRE
WEATHER ZONE 227...
...FIRE WEATHER WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY MORNING
THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING FOR GUSTY WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE
HUMIDITY FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONE 227...
The National Weather Service in Pueblo has issued a Red Flag
Warning for gusty winds and low relative humidity, which is in
effect from 10 AM this morning to 7 PM MST this evening.
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 227.
* TIMING...For the Red Flag Warning, from 10 AM this morning to
7 PM MST this evening. For the Fire Weather Watch, from
Thursday morning through Thursday evening.
* WINDS...West 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph today. West
winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph on Thursday.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 12 percent.
* IMPACTS...Fires will catch and spread quickly. Exercise
extreme caution with any outdoor burning.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.
A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions
are forecast to occur. Listen for later forecasts and possible
Red Flag Warnings.
&&
$$
URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
1242 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
COZ228-230-182345-
/O.CON.KPUB.FW.W.0011.260218T1700Z-260219T0200Z/
/O.CON.KPUB.FW.A.0008.260219T1700Z-260220T0200Z/
Pueblo County Including Pueblo-
Western Las Animas County Including Trinidad and Thatcher-
1242 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO
7 PM MST THIS EVENING FOR GUSTY WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY
FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 228 AND 230...
...FIRE WEATHER WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY MORNING
THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING FOR GUSTY WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE
HUMIDITY FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 228 AND 230...
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 228 and 230.
* TIMING...For the Red Flag Warning, from 10 AM this morning to
7 PM MST this evening. For the Fire Weather Watch, from
Thursday morning through Thursday evening.
* WINDS...West 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph today. West
winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph on Thursday.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 11 percent.
* IMPACTS...Fires will catch and spread quickly. Exercise
extreme caution with any outdoor burning.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.
A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions
are forecast to occur. Listen for later forecasts and possible
Red Flag Warnings.
&&
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
346 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
COZ058>089-093>099-191100-
Western Mosquito Range/East Lake County Above 11000 Feet-
Leadville Vicinity/Lake County Below 11000 Feet-
Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Western Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet-
Central Chaffee County Below 9000 Feet-
Western Mosquito Range/East Chaffee County Above 9000 Feet-
Saguache County West of Continental Divide Below 10000 Feet-
Saguache County East of Continental Divide Below 10000 Feet-
La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
Upper Rio Grande Valley/Eastern San Juan Mountains Below
10000 Feet-Eastern San Juan Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
Del Norte Vicinity/Northern San Luis Valley Below 8500 Feet-
Alamosa Vicinity/Central San Luis Valley Below 8500 Feet-
Southern San Luis Valley-
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 8500 And 11000 Feet-
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 7500 and 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Northwestern Fremont County Above 8500 Feet-
Western/Central Fremont County Below 8500 Feet-
Wet Mountain Valley Below 8500 Feet-
Wet Mountains between 6300 and 10000 Feet-
Wet Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
Teller County/Rampart Range Above 7500 Feet/Pikes Peak Between
7500 And 11000 Feet-Pikes Peak Above 11000 Feet-
Canon City Vicinity/Eastern Fremont County-
Northern El Paso County/Monument Ridge/Rampart Range Below
7500 Feet-
Colorado Springs Vicinity/Southern El Paso County/Rampart Range
Below 7400 Feet-Pueblo Vicinity/Pueblo County Below 6300 Feet-
Walsenburg Vicinity/Upper Huerfano River Basin Below 7500 Feet-
Trinidad Vicinity/Western Las Animas County Below 7500 Feet-
Crowley County-La Junta Vicinity/Otero County-
Eastern Las Animas County-Western Kiowa County-
Eastern Kiowa County-Las Animas Vicinity/Bent County-
Lamar Vicinity/Prowers County-Springfield Vicinity/Baca County-
346 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
This hazardous weather outlook is for portions of central...east
central...south central and southeast Colorado.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight
Westerly winds of 25 to 45 mph will continue across south central and
southeast Colorado today, with damaging wind gusts of 60 to 70 mph
possible over and near the Southern mountains. These winds may cause
difficult travel for light and high profile vehicles. In addition to the
strong winds producing Critical Fire Weather conditions across most of
southeast Colorado this afternoon, blowing dust will also be possible,
which could cause sudden drops in visibility and dangerous travel conditions.
Moderate, to at times heavy, wind driven snow continues across the higher
terrain of Continental Divide through the day, keeping hazardous travel
conditions in place across the higher terrain. Snow tappers off overnight,
with additional snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches possible across the
Southwest mountains, and additional snowfall of 3 to 9 inches over and
near the Central mountains. Snow showers spreading across the eastern
mountains and into the immediate adjacent plains this afternoon could
bring a quick inch or two of snow, as well as brief hazardous travel
conditions into the early evening.
While the winds tapper off through the evening, there is the potential
for strong downslope winds of 60 to 70 mph developing along the lee
slopes of the eastern mountains into early Thursday morning.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday
Critical fire weather conditions continue across portions of southeast
Colorado Thursday, as gusty winds and low humidity values continue
across the region.
Another round of snow is expected across the higher terrain of the
Continental Divide on Friday, with chances of precipitation spreading
east across the southeast plains Friday night.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Weather conditions that meet reporting criteria for spotters will
be likely over portions of the region.
$$
23/23
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Denver/Boulder CO
319 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
COZ030>051-191030-
Jackson County Below 9000 Feet-
West Jackson and West Grand Counties Above 9000 Feet-
Grand and Summit Counties Below 9000 Feet-
South and East Jackson/Larimer/North and Northeast Grand/
Northwest Boulder Counties Above 9000 Feet-
South and Southeast Grand/West Central and Southwest Boulder/
Gilpin/Clear Creek/Summit/North and West Park Counties Above
9000 Feet-Larimer and Boulder Counties Between 6000 and 9000 Feet-
Jefferson and West Douglas Counties Above 6000 Feet/Gilpin/Clear
Creek/Northeast Park Counties Below 9000 Feet-
Central and Southeast Park County-
Larimer County Below 6000 Feet/Northwest Weld County-
Boulder And Jefferson Counties Below 6000 Feet/West Broomfield
County-
North Douglas County Below 6000 Feet/Denver/West Adams and
Arapahoe Counties/East Broomfield County-
Elbert/Central and East Douglas Counties Above 6000 Feet-
Northeast Weld County-Central and South Weld County-Morgan County-
Central and East Adams and Arapahoe Counties-
North and Northeast Elbert County Below 6000 Feet/North Lincoln
County-
Southeast Elbert County Below 6000 Feet/South Lincoln County-
Logan County-Washington County-Sedgwick County-Phillips County-
319 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
This hazardous weather outlook is for northeast and north central
Colorado.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight
Periods of snow and blowing snow will continue in the mountains,
heaviest this afternoon and evening. Additional snowfall amounts
of 3 to 8 inches are expected in the mountains with up to a foot
in the mountains of western Jackson County. Mountains valleys are
expected to see 2 to 5 inches. Travel will slow with snow covered
roads in places, especially towards sunset.
Gusty southwest winds will lead to elevated to locally critical
fire weather conditions this afternoon across the plains, mainly
south of I-70. Stronger winds may develop late tonight in and near
the foothills where gusts to 75 mph will be possible.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday
Strong winds in and near the foothills will remain possible into
Thursday morning before decreasing mid to late morning. In the
mountains, a lull in snow is expected Thursday. The next storm
system lifts northeast across Colorado Friday bringing more snow to
the mountains, and possibly light snow to the Denver metro area.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation will not be needed.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Riverton WY
104 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
WYZ001>020-022>030-191400-
Yellowstone National Park-Absaroka Mountains-Cody Foothills-
North Bighorn Basin-Southwest Bighorn Basin-Southeast Bighorn Basin-
Owl Creek and Bridger Mountains-Bighorn Mountains West-
Bighorn Mountains Southeast-Northeast Johnson County-
Southeast Johnson County-Teton and Gros Ventre Mountains-
Jackson Hole-Wind River Mountains West-Wind River Mountains East-
Upper Wind River Basin-Wind River Basin-Lander Foothills-
Green Mountains and Rattlesnake Range-
Natrona County Lower Elevations-Casper Mountain-Star Valley-
Salt River and Wyoming Ranges-Upper Green River Basin Foothills-
Upper Green River Basin-South Lincoln County-
Rock Springs and Green River-Flaming Gorge-East Sweetwater County-
104 AM MST Wed Feb 18 2026
...Winter Weather Advisories in effect for much of Northern and
Central Wyoming through Thursday morning...
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for Western and Central Wyoming.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight.
Snow continuing in the west, pushing East of the Divide late today
into tonight with light to moderate accumulations. Please see
forecasts and Winter Weather Advisories for details.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday.
Thursday...Snow tapering off from southwest to northeast.
Thursday night through Saturday...Below normal temperatures return
to much of the area.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather
conditions according to Standard Operating Procedures.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
436 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
NEZ002-003-019>021-054-055-095-096-WYZ101>119-182345-
Dawes County-Box Butte County-Scotts Bluff County-Banner County-
Morrill County-Kimball County-Cheyenne County-
Northern Sioux County-Southern Sioux County-
Converse County Lower Elevations-Niobrara County-
North Laramie Range-Ferris/Seminoe/Shirley Mountains-
Shirley Basin-Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
East Platte County-Goshen County-Central Carbon County-
North Snowy Range Foothills-Southwest Carbon County-
Sierra Madre Range-Upper North Platte River Basin-Snowy Range-
Laramie Valley-South Laramie Range-South Laramie Range Foothills-
Central Laramie County-East Laramie County-
436 PM MST Tue Feb 17 2026
This hazardous weather outlook is for portions of panhandle
Nebraska...east central Wyoming...south central Wyoming and
southeast Wyoming.
.DAY ONE...TONIGHT
- High Wind Warning for southeast Wyoming and all of western
Nebraska today into this evening for gusts up to 70 MPH.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...WEDNESDAY THROUGH MONDAY
- Moderate to heavy mountain snowfall expected through Thursday
this week, mainly above 8500 feet. A Winter Storm Warning and
Winter Weather Advisory are in effect.
- Snow squalls possible west of the Laramie Range Wednesday with
another incoming system.
- Snowfall is possible over the Plains Wednesday night into
Thursday, followed by temperatures falling below seasonal
averages for the end of the week.
.Spotter information statement...
Spotter activation will not be needed.
$$
