"Colorado Braces for Weekend Winter Storm and Road Closures"

A winter storm is set to hit Colorado this weekend, bringing heavy snow to the mountains and a rain/snow mix to the eastern plains. The storm, fueled by Pacific moisture and remnants of an atmospheric river, is expected to bring significant moisture and warmth from the Gulf of Mexico to the Front Range. Denver has a Winter Storm Watch in place for Saturday through Sunday morning, with the metro area expecting 3 to 6 inches of wet heavy snow, while the foothills and south metro area may see 6 to 12 inches. The storm will also impact ski traffic and has prompted various Winter Storm Warnings and Advisories for heavy mountain snow.