Headline:
High Wind Watch issued April 21 at 12:20AM MDT until April 23 at 3:00PM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY
Event:
High Wind Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
April 20, 2026 - 11:20pm
Expires:
April 21, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph
possible.
* WHERE...Central Carbon County, Ferris/Seminoe/Shirley Mountains,
Southwest Carbon County, and Upper North Platte River Basin.
* WHEN...From Wednesday morning through Thursday 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:
Ferris/Seminoe/Shirley Mountains; Central Carbon County; Southwest Carbon County; Upper North Platte River Basin
Forcast Office:
NWS Cheyenne WY