WASHINGTON COUNTY HAZARDOUS WEATHER OUTLOOK

  This hazardous weather outlook is for northeast and north central Colorado.  .DAY ONE...Today and Tonight  The mountains and foothills will see strengthening winds tonight, particularly after midnight, when a High Wind Warning goes into effect. Wind-prone locations, especially north of I-70 and east of the Continental Divide, are expected to see gusts 65 to 85 mph through sunrise Tuesday. Travel will be difficult for high profile vehicles, and damage to trees and powerlines will be possible.  .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Tuesday through Sunday  Strong winds will continue across the mountains and foothills, peaking during the day Tuesday with maximum gusts 75 to 90 mph. At times, some of these winds may spread into adjacent lower elevations, especially west of I-25 near the base of the foothills, and across northern Larimer and Weld Counties.  Light snow expected Wednesday and Thursday for the northern mountains. Strong winds return Wednesday night into Thursday morning, with gusts up to 75 mph possible at times across the high country. Wind-prone areas could see gusty winds as well along the foothills.   .SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...  Spotter activation will not be needed today or tonight.