High Wind — Northeastern Weld County, Colorado

1998-02-25 · Northeastern Weld County, Colorado

Wider weather episode

A Bora wind storm developed in the northeast foothills and adjacent plains as wind gusts between 60 and 75 mph (65 kts) were common. As the storm intensified in the plains, the combination of light snow and strong winds caused very hazardous road conditions. In Logan, Phillips and Sedgwick Counties, several roads and schools were closed for the day until conditions improved. Several cars were reported in ditches as roads became slick and snowpacked in spots.Peak wind gusts during the storm included: 75 mph (65 kts) at Blue Mountain, 71 mph (62 kts) 4 miles east of Haxtun, 70 mph (61 kts) 21 miles north of New Raymer, 68 mph (59 kts) 25 miles north of New Raymer and 60 mph (50 kts) in south Boulder, the Jefferson County Airport and 15 miles west northwest of Sterling.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5630716. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.