video by AZFamily | Arizona News
Takeaways:
• Winter weather in Arizona has led to the closure of parts of Interstate 40 and Interstate 17 due to snow and travel concerns.
• Up to a foot of new snow is expected in the High Country, with heavy snowfall rates of one to two inches per hour forecasted.
• The National Weather Service of Flagstaff has warned of “extremely difficult to impossible” travel conditions, especially between Ash Fork and Flagstaff on I-40.
• Rain has begun falling in the Phoenix area, affecting events like the WM Phoenix Open, which was suspended due to unplayable conditions.
• Multiple accidents have occurred due to the weather, including one with a critical injury, and authorities advise delaying travel and staying home.
References:
[1] LIVE UPDATES: Parts of I-40, I-17 closed as another round of winter weather strikes Arizona. Link
[2] Parts of I-40, I-17 closed due to snow in northern Arizona. Link
[3] EB I-40 closed in Northern Arizona; another round of snow hits Northern Arizona. Link