COLORADO WEATHER: Here's what's delayed or closed due to high winds Wednesday in Colorado

Posted: Dec 15, 2021 / 06:01 AM MST

Updated: Dec 15, 2021 / 01:28 PM MST

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DENVER (KDVR) — Wednesday is a Pinpoint Weather Alert Day due to high wind warnings across much of Colorado.

We are forecasting 60-100 mph wind gusts in the mountains, Foothills, and parts of the Front Range on Wednesday. High Wind Warnings are in effect 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

RTD

RTD will be removing some gate-crossing arms along the University of Colorado A Line and G Line as early as 6:30 a.m.
Additionally, University of Colorado A Line trains will run on a 30-minute frequency throughout the day and customers should expect delays
Crossing attendants will be in place and horns will likely sound at the following crossings:
- University of Colorado A Line
  - Dahlia Street
  - Holly Street
  - Ulster Street
  - Sable Boulevard
- G Line
  - Miller Street
  - Tennyson Street
You can check updates from RTD here

Event delays and cancelations

Cherry Creek Holiday Market will open at 2 p.m. Wednesday due to strong winds
BVSD mountain schools will be closed today, December 15, 2021, due to weather. This includes Nederland Middle/Senior, Nederland Elementary, Jamestown Elementary and Gold Hill Elementary
Due to the high winds already being experienced at Civic Center Park, the Denver Christkindlmarket will not open today. The market will reopen on Thursday.

Denver International Airport

As of 6:55 a.m. on Wednesday, there were 301 delays and 87 cancellations reported for DIA. Be sure to check with your airline before your flight for any updates.

COVID-19 testing sites

Due to the high wind warning issued across the state on Wednesday, multiple COVID testing, vaccine, and monoclonal antibody sites will be closed or delayed.