Headline:
High Wind Watch issued April 14 at 11:46AM MDT until April 15 at 3:00PM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY
Event:
High Wind Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
April 14, 2026 - 10:46am
Expires:
April 15, 2026 - 5:15am
Description:
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible.
* WHERE...Southeast Wyoming wind-prone areas including Interstate 80
near Arlington and the Summit and Interstate 25 near Bordeaux, and
South Laramie Range Foothills.
* WHEN...From Wednesday morning through Wednesday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including
campers and tractor trailers.
Instruction:
A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high
wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58
MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.
Area Description:
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County; North Snowy Range Foothills; South Laramie Range; South Laramie Range Foothills
Forcast Office:
NWS Cheyenne WY