Weather - The Durango Herald

Whiteout snowstorm shuts down highways in Southwest Colorado

U.S. highways 491 and 550 have closures; Lizard Head and Wolf Creek passes closed

DATE: Feb 22, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango requests residents limit curbside parking ahead of snowstorm

City wants to test compliance amid discussions of revised street-cleaning strategy

DATE: Feb 21, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Powerful winter storm expected to arrive this evening in Southwest Colorado

Up to a foot of snow forecast in some areas

DATE: Feb 21, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Chapman, Hesperus ski areas thrive after previous lackluster seasons

Low-elevation snowfall a boon to community-based ski hills

DATE: Feb 21, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Will recent snowstorms reverse drought in Southwest Colorado?

Above-average precipitation is a boon to small basins, but downstream impacts are limited

DATE: Feb 16, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Slow-moving system brings heavy snow to La Plata County, closing schools

Low-pressure storm brought 6-8 inches to Durango area

DATE: Feb 15, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango-area residents witness pink lightning during snowstorm

Unusual weather phenomena is known by experts as ‘thundersnow’

DATE: Feb 14, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Snowy weather expected to return this week in Southwest Colorado

First blast of moisture arrives Monday, but the biggest storm comes Tuesday

DATE: Feb 13, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Seasoned snowplow driver has some advice for overly confident drivers

Dusty Ledford has seen his share of incidents on snowy roads of Southwest Colorado

DATE: Jan 30, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: A different kind of ice climbing

DATE: Jan 24, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County residents turn to social media for help clearing driveways, sidewalks

Recent storms have left many overwhelmed with excessive snow removal

DATE: Jan 21, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Drier weather coming to Southwest Colorado

Light snow with periods of sunshine expected through Monday

DATE: Jan 20, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: Thousands take to the streets for ‘No Kings’ march and rally in Durango

Photos: Navajo Trail OpenFriday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Friday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Photos: Durango Fire Protection District opens Station 2

Photos: Hundreds gather to honor fallen Bloomfield Police officer Timothy OntiverosA solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a display of unity, grief and honor for Bloomfield Police Officer Timothy Ontiveros, 32.About 7 a.m., a large contingent of law enforcement, motorcyclists, friends and grieving family prepared to embark on the motorcade to the 9 a.m. service at the Bloomfield High School football stadium to celebrate the life of the officer.