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.

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Southwest winds will become strong by late morning with wind speeds decreasing in the evening around 7:00 pm. Wind speeds will increase from 20 to 30 MPH with gusts around 45 MPH. Saturday winds will develop again potentially gusting over 40 MPH inportions of east central and northeast Arizona. Driving may be hazardous to high profile vehicle and in areas prone to blowing dust.

∙ Be aware of and maintain safe distances from other vehicles near you, particularly RVs, campers, trucks, buses, or trailers being towed. These vehicles could swing out and hit your car in sudden wind gusts.

∙ Take extra care in a high-profile vehicle such as trucks, vans, SUVs, or when towing a trailer, as these are more prone to being pushed or flipped by high winds.

∙ Watch for objects that could potentially blow into the roadway. Tree limbs may break and/or other debris may come loose during strong winds.

∙ Listen to the radio for changes in weather conditions that could create more dangerous driving.

* If you pull over, make sure you are completely off of the road, take your foot off of the brake and turn your lights OFF to prevent other vehicles from following you and potentially hitting your vehicle