Blizzard in Laramie Range, Wyoming

Blizzard October 4, 1998 – October 5, 1998 · Laramie Range, Wyoming

The wider storm

8 to 12 inches of heavy, wet snow fell across eastern Converse County and Niobrara County. The heavy snow downed trees and power lines. Ice build up was up to 6 inches around many power lines. The build up of ice around the power lines along with 40 mph winds, caused 200 power poles to snap. 4000 people were without power for up to 5 days in the Lusk, Manville, Van Tassle, and Lance Creek areas.. Interstate 80 between Cheyenne and Laramie was closed due to near zero visibilities.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 5672873. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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