The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for Greeley, Weld County and much of the Front Range from 5 p.m. this afternoon through 11 p.m. Friday.

Forecasters said total snow accumulations of 12-22 inches will be possible along the Front Range urban corridor. Closer to the Wyoming border, accumulations will range from 6-10 inches. In Greeley, forecasters said 6-10 inches of snow would be possible.

North winds 15-25 miles per hour with gusts to 35 mph will produce areas of blowing snow and poor visibilities at times, especially along and east of Interstate 25, forecasters said.

The weather service says livestock and outdoor pets should be protected, and driving conditions might become “extremely dangerous” late tonight and early Friday, and travel may become “difficult if not impossible.”

“A winter storm system will bring snow to the forecast area starting late this afternoon and continuing through Friday night,” the weather service said. “The storm will be slow moving, so a prolonged period of snow will occur from this evening through Friday night with heavy snow at times tonight and Friday.

“Over the plains of northeastern Colorado the snow will be accompanied by strong winds creating blizzard conditions late tonight through Friday night with very poor visibilities.”

Forecasters said pets and livestock exposed to the harsh winter conditions should be moved to a protective location before the onset of the storm.

“If you must travel during this storm, keep extra food, water, a flashlight and dry clothing in your vehicle,” the weather service said. “If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle and wait for help to arrive.”

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