High and potentially damaging winds as well as widespread extreme fire danger will spread across the area today.
Winds up to 70 mph and very low relative humidity will produce volatile conditions for rapid fire growth and spread.
No burning is allowed.
Wind driven snow will move into the mountains tonight and continue through the weekend with light to moderate accumulations.
Salida and Buena Vista can expect a high of 75. Look for an overnight low of 35.
The San Luis Valley will see a high of 65, a low of 33.
Leadville and Fairplay will warm up to 55 with a low of 23.