High Wind Warning Issued for Southeast Wyoming with Gusts Up to 70 MPH Expected Tuesday
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The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for parts of southeast Wyoming, including the Laramie Valley and Platte County, effective Tuesday.
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- Record type
- High Wind Warning
- Affected area
- Southeast Wyoming
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Cheyenne
Wind notices are issued against local thresholds and a defined time window. Confirm both in the original notice before making a current-condition decision.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Southeast Wyoming.
Alert Details
A High Wind Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Cheyenne, Wyoming. This alert indicates that a hazardous high wind event is expected, featuring sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or gusts of 58 mph or stronger.
Affected Areas
The warning covers the following regions in Wyoming:
- Converse County Lower Elevations
- Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County
- East Platte County
- Laramie Valley
Specific areas of concern include the Bordeaux area along Interstate 25 between Chugwater and Wheatland.
What You Should Do
Residents and travelers should prepare for significant impacts to transportation. Strong cross winds will create hazardous conditions for light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. Additionally, residents should be aware that localized property damage is possible due to the wind speeds.
Expected Conditions
According to the National Weather Service, the region can expect southwest winds ranging from 35 to 50 mph, with peak gusts reaching approximately 70 mph.
Timeline
The High Wind Warning is scheduled to be in effect during the following window:
- Onset: 5:00 AM MST, Tuesday, February 17
- Expiration: 11:00 PM MST, Tuesday, February 17
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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