Full Notification

A low pressure system west of New Mexico will spread copious amounts of lift and moisture into the state. Meanwhile, a cold front has dropped into northeastern New Mexico and will create a persistent upslope flow over the Sangre de Cristo mountains. This will lead to numerous showers and perhaps a few thunderstorms. While snow levels will be quite high, a foot or more of heavy, wet snow is expected on the highest peaks above 10,000 feet.

* WHAT...Heavy, wet snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 8 to 20 inches expected above 10,000 feet.

* WHERE...Northern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet including Red River and Southern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet.

* WHEN...From noon today to midnight MDT Tuesday night.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Heavy, wet snow will be difficult to shovel and remove, and it could pose structural risks to roofs.

* AFFECTED AREAS: SOUTHERN SANGRE DE CRISTOS ABOVE 9500 FEET ... NORTHERN SANGRE DE CRISTOS ABOVE 9500 FEET/RED RIVER

Instructions:

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for New Mexico can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or 1-800-432-4269.