Winter Storm — Upper North Platte River Basin, Wyoming

2022-12-12 to 2022-12-14 · Upper North Platte River Basin, Wyoming

Event narrative

A report of 12 to 14 inches of snowfall was received via social media from 5 miles east of Saratoga. 2 to 3+ foot drifts.

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 1062602. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.