Full Notification

A major winter storm will begin impacting western New Mexico Thursday, then move slowly east across the state through Friday night. Significant snowfall totals are likely, especially along the Continental Divide, Tusas, Jemez and Southwest Mountains. This storm will likely cause significant travel impacts Thursday night through Friday night across central and western New Mexico.

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 10 inches, except 10 to 20 inches above 7500 feet expected. Locally higher amounts are possible along the highest peaks near the Colorado border.

* WHERE...Northwest Plateau, Chuska Mountains, Far Northwest Highlands and San Juan Mountains.

* WHEN...From 5 AM Thursday to 5 AM MST Saturday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible by late Thursday afternoon and Thursday night. The Friday morning commute could be especially hazardous due to snowpacked and icy roadways. Periods of reduced visibility is likely in falling snow.

* AFFECTED AREAS: CHUSKA MOUNTAINS ... FAR NORTHWEST HIGHLANDS ... SAN JUAN MOUNTAINS ... NORTHWEST PLATEAU

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.