February 2020
WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 26, 2020
0325L-WEDNESDAY OUTLOOK & INFO FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MGMT-2/26/2020 1- Cool today as we see gradual clearing and cold tonight then a substantial warmup through at least Sunday. Those of you that like warmer weather will see it over the next 4-5 days then rain reappears. Now is that time to prepare for storm season. It going to be warming up so you will be able to get outside, look around, and see what needs to [...]
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 25, 2020
0350L-TUESDAY OUTLOOK & INFO FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MGMT-2/25/2020 1- It appears we may see snow later this evening as another storm system pushes through the area. No major impacts are expected but it appears we’ll get teased once again. Until tonight when temps drop, we have a chance for rain off and on today so the dreary weather continues. We’ll see what happens. 2- I have had several folks ask about lightning and how to [...]
MONDAY FEBRUARY 24, 2020
0355L-MONDAY OUTLOOK & INFO FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MGMT-2/24/2020 1- No major issues that I have heard about but we did receive 1.2 inches of rainfall around the area. Let me know your totals too. If you have our app, send them to me via the ASK THE DIRECTOR ICON on our GARFIELD COUNTY EM app. 2- We are expecting a front this morning so winds will increase out of the north today. Other than this [...]
SUNDAY FEBRUARY 23, 2020
0350L-SUNDAY OUTLOOK & INFO FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MGMT-2/23/2020 1- We are in a GENERAL THUNDERSTORM RISK for today with a MARGINAL RISK out west. See the first graphic attached. If you plan to travel out west later today, STAY WEATHER AWARE. Their risks would be hail and possibly a weak tornado per the SPC. For us we may see some hail but storms should be mostly elevated alleviating any severe risk. We’ll see how this [...]
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 22, 2020
0415L-SATURDAY OUTLOOK FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MGMT-2/22/2020 1- Another nice day with some wind but a little warmer. Clouds will push back in later giving us a chance for rain late tonight into Sunday. 2- There are several variables that could occur over the next 3-5 days. Temps will play a big role in what may happen. If ANY snow occurs, it will most likely be during the overnight hours as long as we can get [...]
FRIDAY FEBRUARY 21, 2020
0330L-FRIDAY OUTLOOK & INFO FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MGMT-2/21/2020 1- The system that brought light snow is departing the area today and as that occurs, south winds will return. Some may be gusty at times. The FIRE DANGER will increase some so if you see smoke and or fire, call 911. 2-Our next chance for rain looks to be Sunday into Monday so we’ll see what happens. See graphic attached. Overall, we look to be ok [...]
THURSDAY FEBRUARY 20, 2020
0325L-THURSDAY OUTLOOK FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MGMT-2/20/2020 1-There is a very slight chance to see some snow this morning. No impacts if we do are expected. Winds this morning will be gusty out of the NNE so wear a coat!! We should see gradual clearing as the day progresses. 2- Overall, a chilly and windy day so here is your forecast from the NWS/NORMAN; Thursday- 20 percent chance of snow before 9am. Cloudy then gradually becoming [...]
WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 19, 2020
0315L-WEDNESDAY OUTLOOK FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MGMT-2/19/2020 1- Severe weather is right around the corner so to start a little early; I am providing you a link to our Garfield County Family Preparedness Guide. Here is the link https://gcem.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/FamilyPreparednessGuide2019.pdf I would download this to your phone or computer so you have a reference to information if needed. 2- You will also need our GARFIELD COUNTY EM app. It is loaded with a lot of information too. [...]
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 18, 2020
0330L-TUESDAY OUTLOOK & INFO FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MGMT-2/18/2020 1- Cloudy and colder will be the norm for the next several days. Sunshine will be hit and miss until late Thursday into Friday then rain is possible for the weekend. Don’t worry folks, hot and humid weather is just around the corner and then we’ll deal with severe weather, skeeters, and other flying pests. Won’t it be great? 2- Until then, we’ll be cooler with that [...]
MONDAY FEBRUARY 17, 2020
0345L-MONDAY OUTLOOK & INFO FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MGMT-2/17/2020 1-DENSE FOG ADVISORY remains in effect until 10am. Visibility will be ¼ of a mile or less in this dense fog. SLOW DOWN and keep in mind if you have to travel, leave earlier so you can arrive on time. Fog may cause zero visibility especially in low lying areas. 2- Wednesday night may be interesting with a chance for SNOW around the region. We’ll see where [...]
SUNDAY FEBRUARY 16, 2020
0410L-SUNDAY OUTLOOK & INFO FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MGMT-2/16/2020 1- We are going to be a little cooler today than previously thought but at least it won’t be so cold you can’t get out and breathe in some fresh air. No precip expected for the next several days so we’ll continue to dry out some. Winds will be light and variable so no major issues there either. 2- OVERALL, everything looks good for now. That said, [...]
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 15, 2020
0350L-SATURDAY OUTLOOK & INFO FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MGMT-2/15/2020 1- Nice weather today and tomorrow so get outside and enjoy. Keep in mind that we’ll see a front push in this afternoon but it should be dry with a windshift. There may be some cloudiness and if that occurs, it will seem cooler, especially with the winds. Overall, Sunday will be the warmer day. Monday looks good and then the bottom falls out with colder weather [...]
FRIDAY FEBRUARY 14, 2020
0320L-FRIDAY OUTLOOK & INFO FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MGMT-2/14/2020 1-GARFIELD COUNTY EM is our emergency notification app. Many have it, many don’t. If you are one that doesn’t have it, don’t call me this spring asking what you need to do. You should already have that plan and procedure in place right now. Waiting until the day of the storm to prepare isn’t wise. YOU COULD MAKE BAD DECISIONS UNDER PRESSURE, ESPECIALLY if you are watching [...]
THURSDAY FEBRUARY 13, 2020
0400L-THURSDAY OUTLOOK & INFO FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MGMT-2/13/2020 1- ARCTIC air has arrived and today it’ll be very cold outside. Expected highs will be in the upper 20’s with wind chill temps between 4 degrees early this morning and 19 by late afternoon. Be sure to bundle up the kids if they plan on being outside for any length of time. 2- After today, we’ll warm back up some over the weekend and then we’ll [...]
WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 12, 2020
0320L-WEDNESDAY OUTLOOK & INFO FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MGMT-2/12/2020 1-WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON TODAY. Keep in mind that this could be cancelled at any time. Rain/snow mix is possible with accumulations up to an inch or so. 2- MAIN ISSUES will be some slick spots out there ESPECIALLY ON BRIDGES AND OVERPASSES. Just slow down and drive with caution. We are in an area where snowfall around an inch is possible. There are [...]
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 11, 2020
0320L-TUESDAY OUTLOOK & INFO FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MGMT-2/11/2020 1- GARFIELD COUNTY EM- this is our Emergency/Notification app. You’re best prepared with it than without it. Download it now. Learn it, know it, & have peace of mind knowing you have it. 2- There may be periods of light rain off and on during the day and into the overnight hours. Any precip, per guidance, should be light. Temps should remain above freezing during the day [...]
MONDAY FEBRUARY 10, 2020
0400L-MONDAY OUTLOOK FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-2/10/2020 1-Clouds and colder air will be moving back in today bringing us a chance for rain during the afternoon and a rain/snow mix possibly overnight. We’ll see how this works out. 2- Travel issues are not expected. See graphics below. 3- Be sure to download our emergency notification app, GARFIELD COUNTY EM. You’re not prepared without it. 4- Here is your forecast from the NWS/NORMAN; Today-Cloudy with a chance [...]
SUNDAY FEBRUARY 9, 2020
0415L-SUNDAY OUTLOOK &INFO FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MGMT-2/9/2020 1- A COLD FRONT IS FORECAST TO MOVE THROUGH THE AREA EITHER BY LATE MORNING OR EARLY THIS AFTERNOON. We don’t expect rain with this but we’ll watch this carefully. What you can expect is gusty northerly winds and colder temps. 2- Overall, we’ll be ok so just be prepared for the colder air and strong winds. There are several chances for rain and maybe light snow in [...]
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 8, 2020
0425L-SATURDAY OUTLOOK & INFO FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MGMT-2/8/2020 1- Weatherwise for Saturday, a nice day with highs in the 50’s with increasing winds. A chance for rain is in the forecast starting on Sunday and for a good part of the week. We’ll see what happens for sure. 2- That said, here is your forecast from the NWS/NORMAN; Saturday-Partly sunny, with a high near 53. Light and variable wind becoming south 12 to 17 mph [...]
FRIDAY FEBRUARY 7, 2020
0340L-FRIDAY OUTLOOK & INFO FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-2/7/2020 1-We have a weak surface trough that will move through the area shifting winds to the northwest during the day. No dramatic changes with this other than a windshift. We are under NW flow atmospherically so these little troughs will affect us off and on. We do expect rainfall around the area Sunday but I wouldn’t hold my breath just yet. Rain and light snow could be [...]
