High Wind Warning Issued for Southwest Wyoming; Gusts Up to 65 MPH Expected

Source: NOAA · Southwest Wyoming

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NWS Riverton has issued a High Wind Warning for the Upper Green River Basin and surrounding areas, effective Saturday from noon to 11 PM MDT.

What this NWS weather alert tells you, and what most readers miss

This notice was issued by NOAA on March 27, 2026 and geographically references Southwest Wyoming. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken — "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to — Weather Alerts — determines the regulatory framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, recalls, evacuations) are available to affected individuals and who holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.

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Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Riverton, Wyoming, has issued a High Wind Warning for several regions in the southwestern part of the state. This alert (VTEC code: /O.NEW.KRIW.HW.W.0009.260314T1800Z-260315T0500Z/) was officially issued on March 13 at 12:54 PM MDT.

Affected Areas

The warning encompasses the following geographic regions and communities:

  • Upper Green River Basin
  • South Lincoln County
  • Rock Springs and Green River
  • Flaming Gorge
  • East Sweetwater County

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the warning area should prepare for hazardous conditions. Gusty winds will make travel difficult, especially on area highways. Drivers of high-profile vehicles are warned that strong cross-wind gusts could cause vehicle blow-overs.

Expected Conditions

Weather conditions are expected to include sustained west winds of 30 to 40 mph. Peak wind gusts are forecasted to reach up to 65 mph during the warning period.

Timeline

The High Wind Warning is scheduled to go into effect at 12:00 PM (noon) MDT on Saturday, March 14. The warning is currently expected to expire at 11:00 PM MDT on Saturday night.

Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this NWS weather alert.

What is this NWS weather alert about?
NWS Riverton has issued a High Wind Warning for the Upper Green River Basin and surrounding areas, effective Saturday from noon to 11 PM MDT.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NOAA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Southwest Wyoming. Check with NOAA for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Weather Alerts updates?
Browse the full Weather Alerts feed on Areazine at areazine.com/weather/ for the latest updates from NOAA and other agencies.