Headline:
High Wind Watch issued October 11 at 12:53AM MDT until October 12 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY
Event:
High Wind Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
October 10, 2026 - 11:53pm
Expires:
October 11, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...South to southwest winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65
mph possible.
* WHERE...North Snowy Range Foothills including Arlington and Elk
Mountain along Interstate 80, Ferris/Seminoe/Shirley Mountains,
Central Carbon County, and Southwest Carbon County.
* WHEN...From this afternoon through late tonight.
* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including
campers and tractor trailers.
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.
Area Description:
Ferris/Seminoe/Shirley Mountains; Central Carbon County; North Snowy Range Foothills; Southwest Carbon County
Forcast Office:
NWS Cheyenne WY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov