12/2/13: According to the NWS Flagstaff Weather Briefing:
Expect dense fog and low clouds today and into tonight for valley areas north and east of the Mogollon Rim. It will become very windy tomorrow. But more significantly…

An arctic front will bring and several days of very cold temperatures to the area starting Wednesday. A period of moderate to locally heavy snow will occur along the front as it passes from the NW to SW across N. Arizona starting early on Wednesday…with snow showers continuing on Thursday. Snow levels will drop very low for this event…at or below 4000′ behind the front. Accumulations of 4-8″ of snow are possible with the passage of the front on Wednesday at higher elevations…especially along the western slopes of the terrain.
This is a very different storm from our wet, warm event 10 days ago. Expect hazardous driving conditions to extend to lower elevations…with very cold temperatures below normal lasting at least a week.
Stay tuned to the NWS Flagstaff (weather.gov/flagstaff) as updates to our forecasts are made regarding this winter storm.

11/20/2013 – A period of wet and cooler weather will continue from Thursday through Sunday. Heavy rainfall accumulations are expected from Thursday night through Saturday along and south of the Mogollon Rim and White Mountains. At this time snow levels are forecast to remain above 7500 feet through Thursday night and falling to 6500 feet or lower by Friday and Saturday from the Mogollon Rim northward.

Those planning to travel or outdoor activities across northern Arizona should be prepared for poor travel conditions across the high country. If you do plan to travel take extra water, snacks and warm clothing or blankets with you.

11/19/2013 – An unsettled period of wet and much colder weather is expected from Wednesday through Sunday. Rainfall amounts could exceed one half inch Friday for areas along the Mogollon Rim. Snow Levels should remain generally above 7500 feet until Friday. On Friday Night snow levels should fall to lower elevations for much of the area along and north of the Mogollon Rim. Amounts are uncertain at this time but poor travel conditions are probable.

Have you prepared your home and vehicle for winter? Below are a few things to do to get ready for the onset of the winter months.

* pick up supplies like shovels, ◦Rock salt or more environmentally safe products to melt ice on walkways, sufficient heating fuel, and check and replenish your ready kit and first aid suppleis.

*Test generator(s) and make sure there is pleanty of fuel.

*Check pipes to make sure they are properly insulated and locate the turn off valves just in case of a pipe break. Some valves require special tools that can be purchased at most hardware or homecare stores.

*If you must travel in bad weather make sure to pack extra food, water and warm clothing/blankets. A few other items you may want to put in your vehicle include sand for traction, flares, first aid kit and make sure your cell phone is completely charged.

For more helpful information and tips on preparedness go to www.ready.gov.

Check back for more updates!