Headline:
High Wind Watch issued March 10 at 8:56AM MDT until March 13 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY
Event:
High Wind Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
March 10, 2026 - 7:56am
Expires:
March 10, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Dense Fog Advisory, visibility one quarter mile or
less at times in dense fog. For the High Wind Watch, west winds 35
to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph possible.
* WHERE...East Laramie County.
* WHEN...For the Dense Fog Advisory, until noon MDT today. Dense fog
may begin to dissipate around 11am. For the High Wind Watch, from
Thursday morning through Thursday evening.
* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including
campers and tractor trailers. Low visibility could make driving
conditions hazardous.
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.
If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of
distance ahead of you.
Area Description:
East Laramie County
Forcast Office:
NWS Cheyenne WY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov