Slow Down! Rapid changes in visibility and road conditions are expected with this dangerous snow squall. Be alert for sudden whiteout conditions. Drivers who choose to travel during a snow squall should be prepared to spend extended time on the road in extreme winter conditions. You should avoid traveling in winter weather to avoid situations where highways are impassalbe for long periods of time.

The National Weather Service in Flagstaff has issued a * Snow Squall Warning for... Gila County in east central Arizona... Coconino County in north central Arizona... * Until 215 PM MST. * At 145 PM MST, a dangerous snow squall was located over Baker Butte Lookout, along Hwy 87 and Hwy 260 north of Pine. HAZARD...Whiteout conditions with near zero visibility associated with intense bursts of heavy snow and gusty winds leading to blowing snow. Wind gusts up to 35 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Dangerous and life-threatening travel conditions are expected to develop rapidly along Hwy 87 and Hwy 260 north of Pine as this storm passes through. This includes the following highways... State Route 260 between mile markers 245 and 251. State Route 87 between mile markers 265 and 282. Locations impacted include... Geronimo Estates, Baker Butte Lookout, Pine, Strawberry, and Geronimo Boy Scout Camp.