Winter Storm — North Carbon, Wyoming

2009-03-23 · North Carbon, Wyoming

Event narrative

Snowfall was estimated to be from 3 to 5 inches. Strong winds created considerable blowing and drifting snow with near blizzard conditions for a time.

Wider weather episode

A strong low pressure system deepened over eastern Colorado and produced widespread snow and strong winds across much of southeast Wyoming with blizzard or near blizzard conditions. Many roads were closed due to significant blowing and drifting snow.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 154606. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.