A massive winter storm is sweeping across the U.S., bringing snow, heavy rain, and strong winds to millions of people. Now, Denver is on high alert as the storm inches closer.
This is the same storm that soaked Southern California earlier this week, but now it’s gaining strength as it moves east. It’s set to bring major travel disruptions, with snow piling up in some areas and flooding possible in others.
As of Wednesday morning, the system has slowed down, getting stuck in place without the usual fast-moving winds to push it along. That means it’s taking its time, and its impact could be even bigger.
Snow has already started falling in parts of Arizona, with places like Williams seeing nearly half a foot and Walker buried under 10 inches. Flagstaff picked up just over an inch, but more is on the way.
Next up? New Mexico and Colorado. Winter Weather Advisories and Storm Warnings are already in effect, and meteorologists say this storm is about to intensify.
“It’s starting slow, but it’s about to hit hard,” meteorologist Britta Merwin said early Wednesday. “Taos could see up to a foot of snow. That elevation is going to make a huge difference.”
Denver wasn’t expected to get much snow at first, but now forecasters say that’s changed. A shift in the storm’s path means more snow for the Front Range, and drivers could be in for a rough commute Thursday morning.
“Denver is getting more snow than we first thought,” Merwin explained. “The storm is pushing farther north before heading east, and that’s changing everything.”
Cold air and wind sweeping over the Colorado Rockies could help trigger heavier snowfall, making conditions tricky for anyone on the roads.
If you’re in the area, brace yourself—this storm isn’t messing around.
