travel conditions

Blizzard warnings are in effect for the Arlington and Saratoga areas.

The combination of winds and snow will create near blizzard/whiteout conditions, impacting travel.

Rapidly falling temperatures this evening: Will cause precipitation that starts out as rain to freeze on roadways quickly, particularly bridges.

The service says to expect "widespread accumulating snow and hazardous travel likely Wednesday Night - Friday Morning''

Those with travel plans later this week are urged to monitor the latest forecasts and stay tuned for possible watches, advisories or warnings.

The warning includes parts of the city of Cheyenne as well as Interstate 80 between Cheyenne and Laramie.

Several inches of snow is expected over the higher mountains tonight through Wednesday night.

Strong winds and quarter-sized hail are possible.

Drivers should use caution in all work zones.

A brief tornado also can't be ruled out.