Blizzard — Moorcroft, Wyoming

2000-02-25 · Moorcroft, Wyoming

Wider weather episode

A strong storm system brought 4 to 18 inches of snow throughout northeastern Wyoming with drifts of two to three feet. Winds of 25 to 40 mph with gusts to 50 mph were common on the plains with visibilities less than a quarter mile. Interstate 90 was closed for several hours during the afternoon and evening. There were over 20 minor accidents with no major injuries reported.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5133988. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.