Blizzard in Southeast Sweetwater, Wyoming

Blizzard May 3, 2001 · Southeast Sweetwater, Wyoming

The wider storm

4 to 6 inches of snow, very strong winds sustained between 40 and 60 mph with gusts to over 80 mph. Visibilities near zero in many areas. Most roads in Sweetwater County (including I-80) closed most of the day. Large pine trees, fences, power lines blown down in Rock Springs and Green River.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 5244942. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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