High Wind Warning Issued for North Snowy Range Foothills and Interstate 80

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Cheyenne, WY, has issued a High Wind Warning (HWW) for the North Snowy Range Foothills. This alert is currently in effect and covers a period of expected hazardous wind conditions starting Monday afternoon.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically impacts the North Snowy Range Foothills, including the communities of Arlington and Elk Mountain. This geographic area includes a significant stretch of Interstate 80, where high winds are expected to create dangerous driving conditions.

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers should prepare for hazardous conditions. A High Wind Warning indicates that sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or gusts of 58 mph or stronger are expected, which can lead to property damage. The NWS advises that impacts will be felt mainly in the transportation sector. Drivers of light-weight or high-profile vehicles, including campers and tractor-trailers, should exercise extreme caution as strong crosswinds will make travel hazardous.

Expected Conditions

West winds are forecast to range between 35 and 50 mph. Peak wind gusts may reach up to 75 mph. These conditions are expected to create significant hazards for high-profile vehicles along the Interstate 80 corridor.

Timeline

The High Wind Warning is effective from 5:00 PM MST on Monday, February 23, 2026. The hazardous conditions are expected to persist until the warning expires at 9:00 PM MST on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.