WASHINGTON COUNTY HAZARDOUS WEATHER OUTLOOK

 ...Very strong winds expected this weekend...  This hazardous weather outlook is for northeast and north central Colorado.  .DAY ONE...Today and Tonight  Critical fire weather conditions expected across the plains and Palmer Divide today. Red Flag Warnings are in effect from late this morning through this evening for most of the lower elevations.  An approaching storm system is expected to bring snow showers to the mountains beginning tonight.  .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday  An exceptionally strong storm will bring high winds to all of Colorado this weekend. The Front Range mountains and foothills as well as the adjacent plains will see gusts around 80 mph with some areas possibly seeing 100 mph winds. Power outages, broken tree branches, and blowing dust may occur due to the wind. Across the plains, gusts could reach 75 mph.  This system will also bring snow to the mountains through Saturday night. This may impact travel as strong winds and snow will reduce visibility. A mix of rain and snow showers is possible across the lower elevations.  .SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...  Spotter activation will not be needed today or tonight.