12/5/2013 – Lingering snow showers in the White Mountains should bring 1 to 2 inches of accumulation today. Areas of low clouds and fog are expected this morning along and north of the Mogollon Rim. Today high temperatures will be well below normal.

Starting Friday expect very cold high and low temperatures through Monday with temperatures in the 20’s and 30’s across much of Northern Arizona. Another storm system is expected this weekend and most location have a good chance of snow. Snow should develop across Western Arizona Saturday afternoon and spread Eastward Saturday night. Present indications are for 3 to 7 inches of snow above 5000 feet and 1 to 3 inches below 5000 feet. Clearing moves in from west to east on Sunday.

Prepardness tips:

* make sure you have plenty of heating fuel available, check chimneys, pipes or other heating sources to make sure they are functioning correctly

*learn how to use the shut-off valves in your home in case of a pipe break

*stock up on drinking water, food, warm clothing and blankets in case of power outage (don’t forget medication and supplies for pets!)

For more tips and information on preparing for extreme cold weather visit: www.ready.gov

12/4/2013 – A cold front will continue to move through East Central Arizona this evening bringing gusty winds, much colder temperatures and snow showers. Accumulations of 1 to 3 inches with higher amounts at the higher elevations of the White Mountains are Possible this evening and tonight. Expect slick roadways and reduced visibilites.

Expect very cold conditions Thursday and Friday with high temperatures in teh 20’s and 30’s across much of Northern Arizona. light showers will persist in the White Mountains. A second storm is expected this weekend and most locations have a chance of snow. High and low temperatures will remain well below normal through Tuesday.

12/4/2013 – The National Weather Service in Flagstaff has issued a wind advisory which is in effect until 5 pm this afternoon. Winds south to southwest will be gusting to 45 MPH now through 5 PM this afternoon. Driving may be difficult for high profile vehicles. Consider securing loose belongings on your property.

A Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until 5 PM this afternoon as well for areas along the Mogollon Rim. Snow showers will expand across the Mogollon Rim early this morning and become steady toward sunrise. Periods of light to moderate snow will continue through late morning before tapering off to snow showers from west to east this afternoon.

Slick roadways and limited visibilities due to snowfall and blowing snow with winds gusting near 30 MPH this morning.