Colorado preps for second storm as Winter Storm Warning issued

November 14, 11:50 AMDenver Weather ExaminerTony Hake

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Hot on the heels of a quick storm that covered Denver in a blanket of white Friday night, a second, much more power storm has its sights set to arrive over the city this evening. Round one gave Denver an official measurement of 2.0 inches of snow but round two stands to deliver a bigger punch.

Snow is going to develop in the mountains this afternoon and then spread to the foothills by late afternoon. The metro area will begin to see the white stuff through the evening hours. From mid-evening through mid-afternoon Sunday, heavy snow accumulations are possible.

Anticipating a possible major winter storm, the National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning from 6:00pm this evening through 5:00pm Sunday. Total accumulations from 8 to 16 inches in the foothills and eastern slopes of the mountains are possible. In the Denver metro area we are looking at 6 to 12 inches with some higher amounts possible in isolated areas. On the plains east of Denver 4 to 9 inches of snow is possible.

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Remember, a Winter Storm Warning means hazardous winter weather conditions are imminent or highly likely. Significant snow accumulations are occurring or expected and strong winds are possible. The winter weather may make travel very hazardous or impossible.

The Denver Weather Examiner will be providing constant updates to this developing weather system so be sure to check back frequently.

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