Blizzard — Niobrara County, Wyoming

2022-12-13 to 2022-12-14 · Niobrara County, Wyoming

Event narrative

Lusk Utility Company personnel reported blizzard conditions with visibility of one-quarter mile or less for over 3 hours. Nearby WYDOT mesonet station along US Highway 20 at Van Tassell reported winds 40 to 50 mph during this time.

Wider weather episode

Widespread winter storm with strong winds across the area led to blizzard conditions developing along and east of Interstate 25 in southeast Wyoming. Winds were not as strong farther west across Carbon and Albany in Wyoming but heavy snow was observed with accumulations over 12 inches in many spots. These conditions led to extended road closures of Interstates 25 and 80.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1060562. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.