Latest forecasts predict a snowstorm will bring widespread several inches of snow across the Rocky Mountains before covering the state of Texas.
The snowstorm moving southward across the Rocky Mountains on Tuesday has brought widespread swathes of snow in some parts of the state. Latest forecasts show it will continue until Wednesday night.
Snowstorm in Texas and Surrounding Areas
The snowstorm has already caused slippery travel conditions in some cities across Texas, including Denver. It has reduced visibility along major highways.
According to AccuWeather Meteorologist Alyssa Smithmyer, "A stationary front extending southward from southwestern Canada will bring rounds of snow to the northern and central Rockies into Tuesday night."
The cold front passed through the south of the Metroplex on Tuesday. This weather brought a strong north wind that has been forecasted to continue into North Texas.
Smithmyer added that the snowstorm will affect some areas in other states such as the Colorado Rockies, southeastern Wyoming, eastern Colorado, southwestern Nebraska, western Kansas, and northeastern New Mexico.
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Latest Snowstorm Forecast
Latest forecasts say the snowstorm is currently heading in Texas and may continue until Wednesday night. The snowstorm is likely to be accompanied by light rain and a mixture of both rain and snow in western areas of Texas throughout Wednesday.
Furthermore, the forecast shows that the snowstorm could bring two to four inches of snow in Amarillo, Texas, while an inch of snow can be expected in Lubbock, Texas, from Tuesday night into Wednesday.
Weather Warnings amid the Snowstorm
Due to the storm, local weather authorities issued a reminder to road travelers along the interstates 25, 27, 40, 70, 65, or 80 to take precautions and be aware of the poor visibility and slippery roads. The authorities said the formation of snow coats on highways causes this risk.
Bridges and overpasses are also the routes of having the highest risk due to their elevation. However, the authorities were quick to clarify that any road can be dangerous with enough amount of snowfall.
The storm system will continue to bring snow and rainfall to some parts of western Texas and northern Texas (Texas Panhandle) on Wednesday. These areas are currently under a winter weather advisory due to the potential accumulation of snow "as high as two inches."
The advisory is particular in elevated surfaces such as bridges and overpasses. Despite the continuance of the snowstorm, the forecast said the storm system will weaken by Wednesday night and no snow is likely to occur. However, some rain showers are still possible.
Snowfall in Texas varies depending on the location and time of the year. The northern and western areas of Texas often experience a snowfall annually approximately between October and April. Meanwhile, snowfall is relatively rare in the central and southern areas of Texas but the occurrence of snowfall in these areas cannot be ruled out.
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