The National Weather Service issued a Winter Storm Warning in Coconino County until 5pm on March 7th.
Heavy snow was expected to exceed 5,000 feet. Accumulation of 1-12 inches of snow was expected.
Western Mogoronlim, which includes Flagstaff and Man’s Park, was expected to be affected. North Gira County and East Mogoronlim were also expected to be affected.
Accumulation of total snow on Thursday is expected to reach 40-50 mph, with winds. Snow was sometimes expected throughout most of Friday. Accumulation of total snow on Fridays of 6-12 inches was expected.
Roads, especially bridges and overpasses, can be smooth and dangerous. Travel was not recommended due to heavy snow and low visibility that creates dangerous driving conditions. Hazardous conditions can affect commutes on Friday mornings and evenings.
In Metro Phoenix, the National Weather Service in Phoenix was expected to lead to possible rain, cool temperatures and gusts of wind for the coming days. Northern Arizona was expected to see rain and snow from the same storm system.
See the latest watches and warnings Our Weather Alert Page.
How to protect plants
Freezing temperatures can damage exposed plants.
National Weather Service recommends:
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Bring sensitive plants indoors.
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Cover your outdoor plants with a variety of materials, including frost cloths, blankets, towels, cardboard boxes, liquid frost protection, and cactus styrofoam cups.
How to prevent the pipe from bursting
If the temperature drops to a freezing state, the pipes can burst due to the expansion of the water. According to consumer reports, one of the most common causes of property damage during frozen weather is one of the burst pipes.
According to American Red Cross And then, weather service, here’s how to prepare:
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If your garage has a water supply line, leave the garage door closed.
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Open kitchen and bathroom cabinet doors to allow warm air to circulate near the pipes.
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Cold water drips from faucets connected to exposed pipes outdoors or in unheated interior areas.
Republic reporter Laura Daniela Sepulveda contributed to this article.
This article uses data generated by the Republic of Arizona and the USA Today network and released by the National Weather Service. Edited by staff.
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This article was originally published in the Republic of Arizona. Winter Storm Warning issued for Flagstaff in Coconino County
