High Wind Warning Issued for Wind River Basin and East Sweetwater County
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NOAA issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).
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The National Weather Service in Riverton has issued a High Wind Warning for parts of Wyoming, forecasting dangerous wind gusts up to 70 mph on Thursday.
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- Record type
- High Wind Warning
- Affected area
- Central and Southwest Wyoming
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Riverton
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 Central and Southwest Wyoming.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service (NWS) in Riverton, WY, has issued a High Wind Warning for several regions in Wyoming. The alert was issued in response to expected severe wind conditions that pose a hazard to residents and travelers.
Affected Areas
The warning impacts the following specific geographic regions:
- Lander Foothills
- Upper Wind River Basin
- Wind River Basin
- East Sweetwater County
What You Should Do
Residents in the warning area are advised to take the following precautions:
- Exercise Caution While Driving: Travel could be difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles. Use extra caution if you must be on the road.
- Secure Property: Secure any loose outdoor objects that could be moved or damaged by high winds.
Expected Conditions
According to the NWS, the region should prepare for sustained west winds between 35 and 45 mph. Wind gusts are expected to reach speeds as high as 70 mph. These intense winds are likely to create hazardous travel conditions across the affected basins and foothills.
Timeline
The High Wind Warning is scheduled to be in effect during the following window:
- Start Time: 9:00 AM MDT, Thursday, March 12, 2026
- End Time: 9:00 PM MDT, Thursday, March 12, 2026
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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