WASHINGTON COUNTY HAZARDOUS WEATHER OUTLOOK

 This hazardous weather outlook is for northeast and north central Colorado.  .DAY ONE...Today and Tonight  A storm system will intensify over the central US.  This system will bring snow to the far northeast plains by early evening which will spread south southwest towards the Palmer Divide late tonight. In addition, strong winds will develop overnight with wind gusts up to 60 mph in some areas. This combined with falling snow will lead to blizzard conditions from northern Lincoln county through Washington county into Phillips and Sedgwick counties. Outside of the snow areas, blowing dust may cause reduced visibility in some areas a well.  .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Tuesday through Sunday  Widespread high winds gusting 45-60 mph will affect the plains Tuesday into Wednesday morning, and blizzard conditions will impact portions of the plains as well, particularly Sedgwick, Phillips, Washington and northern Lincoln Counties. Expect dangerous travel in these areas Tuesday and Wednesday. Snow showers and breezy winds may also create slick conditions and blowing snow at times in the northern mountains and for the Palmer Divide into Elbert County. After Wednesday, we'll return to a quieter weather pattern, with no hazardous weather anticipated.  .SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...  Spotter activation will not be needed today or tonight but snowfall reports would be appreciated.