January 2021
FRIDAY JANUARY 8, 2021
0345L-FRIDAY OUTLOOK FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-1/8/21 1- I know some get tired of me pushing our notification app GARFIELD COUNTY EM, but you will need this for important info from several other entities as we delve into an unsure future. I will explain further as we move forward in the coming weeks. Don’t forget our GCEM.ORG website too. If you can’t find us on social media, and that may be a strong possibility, our info [...]
THURSDAY JANUARY 7, 2021
0300L-THURSDAY OUTLOOK FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-1/7/21 1- GARFIELD COUNTY EM is our notification/preparedness app. YOU will need this app as we move forward in more ways than you can imagine. Remember that your LACK of PREPAREDNESS is your Fault. Don’t let your family down. You don’t need money to have our app, just the ability to read, comprehend, and then apply what you learn. It’s that simple. 2- Weather-wise for today, cloudy, and windy thus [...]
WEDNESDAY JANUARY 6, 2021
0330L-WEDNESDAY OUTLOOK FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-1/6/21 GARFIELD COUNTY EM is our notification app. Get it today and be prepared for the next event. I have found a drone operator that will help us. THANK YOU ALL for your calls and emails. 1- An upper level storm system will traverse the area today bringing a slight chance for rain to our area and possibly snow later tonight. Either way, minimal impacts are expected here. Heavier precip [...]
TUESDAY JANUARY 5, 2021
0345L-TUESDAY OUTLOOK FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-1/5/21 1- Another nice day but with possibly, some gusty winds. After today, we may see a chance for rain Wednesday and another chance for some sort of precipitation over the weekend. We’ll see how that plays out. Not too bad for the wintertime. 2- The FIRE DANGER should remain low around the area but use extreme caution while working with anything related to fire. Several folks weren’t prepared very [...]
MONDAY JANUARY 4, 2021
0335L-MONDAY OUTLOOK FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-1/4/21 GARFIELD COUNTY EM is our notification app. If you don’t have it, you will need it. Make sure you have it by downloading it today. 1- There is a slight chance for some patchy freezing fog around the area so if you encounter any, slow down, and use extreme caution while walking or driving. Mild conditions for Monday as the snow continues to melt. No major changes to the [...]
SUNDAY JANUARY 3, 2021
0315L-SUNDAY OUTLOOK FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-1/3/21 1-Snow will continue to melt and as it does some roadways may have some ice around early so use caution while driving. ALSO, Freezing Fog is a possibility this morning. IF IT OCCURS, surfaces could have a layer of ice on them so again, use caution. Other than this, temps will be a little below normal as we continue the melting process. 2-Around mid-week, there is a chance for [...]
SATURDAY JANUARY 2, 2021
0350L-SATURDAY OUTLOOK FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-1/2/21 1- There is a very low chance for some snow/light rain this morning as a weak wave moves across the area. If it does snow, it should be just flurries. No accumulation is expected. We should become at least partly cloudy by afternoon per guidance. 2- It will be cooler due to the snowpack so until the majority of the snow melts, we will be cooler than normal. Overall, [...]
FRIDAY JANUARY 1, 2021
0325L-FRIDAY OUTLOOK FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-1/1/21 HAPPY NEW YEAR!! I think we are actually having a winter this year, at least so far. 1-WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON TODAY. AS OF “0250L” WE HAVE RECEIVED JUST OVER AN INCH AND WE HAVE MODERATE TO HEAVY SNOW FALLING RIGHT NOW. WINDS ARE NORTHERLY AT 15-20 GUSTING TO 29MPH. We have the potential to receive anywhere from 3-6 inches before the snow ends. 2- Travel [...]
December 2020
THURSDAY MORNING UPDATE 12/31/20
0600L-WINTER WEATHER UPDATE FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT We have been upgraded to a WINTER STORM WARNING from 6pm Thursday evening until noon on Friday. 3 to 6 inches of snow is possible and whiteout conditions could occur as wind gusts to 35 mph are also possible. Ice accumulations up to .25 of an inch is possible before liquid precip turns to snow. If you plan on traveling this evening, use EXTREME CAUTION and make sure [...]
THURSDAY DECEMBER 31, 2020
0340L-THURSDAY OUTLOOK FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-12/31/2020 WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY UNTIL NOON FRIDAY. This may change so we’ll advise as needed. REMEMBER- Forecasts will change several times during the day. 1-Winter weather may not occur here until later into the evening hours. Models are still not in total agreement so we’ll have to watch this closely. Also, depending on the track as of right now at 0300, it looks like the [...]
WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 30, 2020
0345L-WEDNESDAY OUTLOOK FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-12/30/20 1-WE ARE IN A WINTER STORM WATCH FROM” THURSDAY” AT NOON THROUGH FRIDAY MORNING. 2 TO 4 INCHES OF SNOW AND POSSIBLY UP TO ¼ INCH OF ICE. DRIVING CONDITIONS ARE EXPECTED TO DETERIORATE LATE THURSDAY NIGHT INTO FRIDAY MORNING. 2-Now is a good time to download our GARFIELD COUNTY EM app. If you want to have access to great weather and disaster information along with receiving information directly [...]
TUESDAY DECEMBER 29, 2020
0400L-TUESDAY OUTLOOK FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-12/29/20 GARFIELD COUNTY EM is our informative app. If you don’t have it, you will need it, so download it today. 1- Winter Weather Advisory out in far NW Oklahoma will expire at 0900L this morning. Temps will rise up into the 40 to 50 range area wide during the day. Tonight, we may see some rain changing over to snow if the atmosphere cools sufficiently. Best chance to see [...]
MONDAY DECEMBER 28, 2020
0340L-MONDAY OUTLOOK FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-12/28/20 1-This is going to be an interesting week. We should see some rain, freezing rain, & snow at different times through Thursday. The winter precip should occur during the overnight hours so if it does occur, slow down on your way to work. The forecast will change many times this week so if you see graphics posted by myself or the NWS, they will change several times too. I [...]
SUNDAY DECEMBER 27, 2020
0330L-SUNDAY OUTLOOK FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-12/27/20 1- A cold front will move into the area this morning bringing somewhat cooler temps along with fairly strong north winds gusting upwards of 30 mph. The colder air will arrive Monday morning. Highs on Monday will be around 40 with north winds around 10 mph. 2- As with the season, dry conditions, low dew point temps and humidity will cause the fire danger to increase some so if [...]
SATURDAY DECEMBER 26, 2020
0345L-SATURDAY OUTLOOK FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-12/26/20 NOTICE- The Vance WSR-88D radar has been put into standby mode due to ground clutter suppression being inoperable. Parts are on the way but it may not be repaired until Monday or Tuesday. Don’t worry, we’ll be ok. Download our GARFIELD COUNTY EM app. You’re NOT prepared without it. 1- A surface low pressure system will be developing today over SE Colorado. It will be responsible for strong SSW [...]
FRIDAY DECEMBER 25, 2020
0355L-FRIDAY OUTLOOK FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-12/25/2020 MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE!! 1- Warm temps and light winds are on the table for today. Fire Danger will be low but you still need to be careful. If you see smoke or fire, call 911. 2- Today and Saturday temps will be 10-15 degrees warmer than Thursday with light wins. Changes will occur on Sunday and then things will get interesting. There is a chance we’ll see some winter [...]
THURSDAY DECEMBER 24, 2020
0355L-THURSDAY OUTLOOK FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-12/24/20 1-No wind advisory today but wind gusts yesterday per the Mesonet were 53 mph at Lahoma and 46 mph at Breckinridge. I am sure there were a few higher gusts but most weren’t measured. Winds today gust-wise should be around 30 mph. Highs will be lower than we have been enjoying for the last few weeks so take a jacket with you as the windchill will make it feel [...]
WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 23, 2020
0330L-WEDNESDAY OUTLOOK FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-12/23/20 “WIND ADVISORY” IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING UNTIL 6 PM THIS EVENING- NW winds 25-35 mph with wind gusts of 40 to over 50 mph are expected. SECURE ANYTHING that could take flight. Use extreme caution under trees that may have loose or weakened limbs as they may fall unexpectedly. 1- ELEVATED TO NEAR CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS EXPECTED TODAY- All city and county departments will be [...]
TUESDAY DECEMBER 22, 2020
0408L-TUESDAY OUTLOOK FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-12/22/2020 1- A cold front is pushing towards our area thus the wind gradient will increase. As it does, winds will become a nuisance and cause the fire danger to increase. Wind gusts today could reach 40 mph or higher. The good part of the day will be mid 60s temperatures. If you can find a place out of the wind but facing the sun, enjoy the day! 2- Winds [...]
MONDAY DECEMBER 21, 2020
0336L-MONDAY OUTLOOK FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-12/21/2020 WE WILL BE A BIT WARMER EARLY THIS WEEK BUT COOL DOWN A LOT FOR CHRISTMAS. 1- Sunny with some high clouds, warm temps, and light winds. Similar to yesterday but warmer, today will be that day of the week where you really want to stay outside and enjoy the warmth. 2- Tuesday, a front will be heading our way thus increasing winds and also the Fire Danger. Tuesday [...]
