Heavy Snow — North Laramie Range, Wyoming

2023-02-21 to 2023-02-22 · North Laramie Range, Wyoming

Event narrative

La Prele Creek SNOTEL site (elevation 8375 feet) estimated 18 inches of snow accumulation with 1 inch of snow water equivalent and 18:1 snow to liquid ratios.

Wider weather episode

Widespread snowfall occurred over much of southeast Wyoming on the 21st through the 23rd. Heaviest snowfall occurred over much of Carbon County in south-central Wyoming with blizzard conditions leading to an extended closure of Interstate 80 through the area. Numerous search and rescues were conducted for stranded motorists along the roadway.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1072310. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.