Winter Weather Advisory in effect from midnight Thursday night to noon Friday for elevations above 7000 feet.

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of falling snow will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for slippery
roads and limited visibilities.

Plan extra time for travel… and use caution while driving. Take emergency travel supplies including winter clothing… food… water
and a flashlight.

For the latest Road conditions and closures… call the ADOT freeway management system at 1 888 411 7623 or visit their web
site at www.Az511.Com.

Thursday and Friday… A low pressure system will move through Northern Arizona producing widespread rain and snow starting in Western Arizona on Thursday morning then spreading eastward through the afternoon and overnight periods.

Snow levels will fall from around 7000 feet on Thursday morning to around 4500 feet by Friday morning.  Northeastern Arizona will see 1 to 3 inches of snowfall above 6000 feet.

Storm impacts… much colder temperatures…The peak snowfall will occur from Thursday around sunset to Friday at sunrise.  Expect hazardous winter driving conditions during this time period.

Affected areas:

Little Colorado River Valley in Apache County

Little Colorado River Valley in Navajo County

White Mountains

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There will be a 30 acre prescribed burn 5 miles SE of Vernon today. Smoke may be visible in the surrounding areas.