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High Wind Watch 21, NWS Cheyenne, WY

October 12, 20207 counties in Wyoming; Banner County, Kimball County, Nebraska

NWS Cheyenne, WY issued this high wind watch at Oct 12, 2020, 2:57 PM MDT for 7 counties in Wyoming; Banner County, Kimball County, Nebraska. It took effect at Oct 13, 2020, 6:00 PM MDT. It was in force for .

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Oct 12, 2020, 2:57 PM MDT (20:57 UTC)
In effect from
Oct 13, 2020, 6:00 PM MDT
Expired
Oct 13, 2020, 2:04 PM MDT
In force
Issued by
NWS Cheyenne, WY

Counties Banner County, NE, Kimball County, NE, Albany County, WY, Carbon County, WY, Converse County, WY, Goshen County, WY, Laramie County, WY, Niobrara County, WY, Platte County, WY

The radar

The Cheyenne radar (KCYS), 90 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 21:03 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

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The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.

The nearest sounding before it

Denver, CO (KDNR), launched 12:00Z, 9.0 hours before the alert went out and 271 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Denver, CO at 12:00Z on 2020-10-12Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km-30°-20°-10°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Denver, CO at 12:00Z on 2020-10-12The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 125 square meters per square second.1939587897Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
2860 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
80 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
125 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
217 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

412 
WWUS75 KCYS 122057
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
257 PM MDT Mon Oct 12 2020

WYZ110-131100-
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.A.0021.201014T0300Z-201014T2100Z/
/O.EXT.KCYS.HW.W.0032.000000T0000Z-201013T0600Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain
257 PM MDT Mon Oct 12 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT...
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY EVENING THROUGH
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 35 to 45 mph with 
  gusts up to 65 mph. For the High Wind Watch, west winds 35 to 
  55 mph with gusts up to 75 mph possible.

* WHERE...North Snowy Range Foothills including the areas of
  Arlington and Elk Mountain. 

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until midnight MDT tonight. 
  For the High Wind Watch, from Tuesday evening through 
  Wednesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including
  camping and tractor trailers. There will be a high risk for
  vehicle blow overs, especially along Interstate 80.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

WYZ106-131100-
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.A.0021.201014T0300Z-201014T2100Z/
/O.EXT.KCYS.HW.W.0032.000000T0000Z-201013T0600Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
Including the city of Bordeaux
257 PM MDT Mon Oct 12 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT...
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY EVENING THROUGH
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 30 to 40 mph with 
  gusts up to 60 mph. For the High Wind Watch, west winds 35 to 
  45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph possible.

* WHERE...Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County County
  including the area of Bordeaux. 

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until midnight MDT tonight. 
  For the High Wind Watch, from Tuesday evening through 
  Wednesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including
  camping and tractor trailers. There will be a high risk for
  vehicle blow overs, especially along Interstate 25.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

WYZ115-131100-
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.A.0021.201014T0300Z-201014T2100Z/
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0033.000000T0000Z-201013T0000Z/
Laramie Valley-
Including the cities of Bosler and Laramie
257 PM MDT Mon Oct 12 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY EVENING THROUGH
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 30 to 40 mph with
  gusts up to 60 mph. For the High Wind Watch, west winds 30 to 50
  mph with gusts up to 70 mph possible.

* WHERE...Laramie Valley County including the city of Laramie.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 6 PM MDT this evening. 
  For the High Wind Watch, from Tuesday evening through 
  Wednesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including
  camping and tractor trailers. There will be a high risk for
  vehicle blow overs, especially along Interstate 80.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

WYZ116-117-131100-
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.A.0021.201014T0300Z-201014T2100Z/
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0032.000000T0000Z-201013T0000Z/
South Laramie Range-South Laramie Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Buford, Pumpkin Vine, Vedauwoo, Whitaker,
Federal, and Horse Creek
257 PM MDT Mon Oct 12 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY EVENING THROUGH
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 30 to 40 mph with 
  gusts up to 65 mph. For the High Wind Watch, west winds 35 to 
  45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph possible.

* WHERE...South Laramie Range and South Laramie Range Foothills 
  Counties.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 6 PM MDT this evening. 
  For the High Wind Watch, from Tuesday evening through 
  Wednesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including
  camping and tractor trailers. There will be a high risk for
  vehicle blow overs, especially along Interstate 25 and
  Interstate 80.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

WYZ118-131100-
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.A.0021.201014T0300Z-201014T2100Z/
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0032.000000T0000Z-201013T0000Z/
Central Laramie County-
Including the city of Cheyenne
257 PM MDT Mon Oct 12 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY EVENING THROUGH
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 30 to 35 mph with 
  gusts up to 50 mph. For the High Wind Watch, west winds 30 to 
  40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible.

* WHERE...Central Laramie County County including Cheyenne.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 6 PM MDT this evening. 
  For the High Wind Watch, from Tuesday evening through 
  Wednesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including
  camping and tractor trailers. There will be a high risk for
  vehicle blow overs, especially along Interstate 25 and
  Interstate 80.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

WYZ104-105-109-130000-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0032.000000T0000Z-201013T0000Z/
Ferris/Seminoe/Shirley Mountains-Shirley Basin-
Central Carbon County-
Including the cities of Seminoe Dam, Medicine Bow, Shirley Basin,
and Rawlins
257 PM MDT Mon Oct 12 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Sustained west winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Central and Northern Carbon County including the city 
  of Rawlins.

* WHEN...9 AM MDT Until 6 PM MDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including 
  camping and tractor trailers. There will be a high risk for 
  vehicle blow overs, especially along Interstate 80.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

WYZ101-107-119-130000-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0032.000000T0000Z-201013T0000Z/
Converse County Lower Elevations-East Platte County-
East Laramie County-
Including the cities of Bill, Douglas, Deer Creek, Glenrock, 
Wheatland, Guernsey, and Pine Bluffs
257 PM MDT Mon Oct 12 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Sustained west winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 
  mph.

* WHERE...Including Douglas, Pine Bluffs and Wheatland.

* WHEN...6 AM MDT until 6 PM MDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including 
  camping and tractor trailers. There will be a high risk for 
  vehicle blow overs, especially along Interstate 25.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$
4 follow-up statements
165 
WWUS75 KCYS 122336
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
536 PM MDT Mon Oct 12 2020

WYZ115-131200-
/O.EXP.KCYS.HW.W.0033.000000T0000Z-201013T0000Z/
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0021.201014T0300Z-201014T2100Z/
Laramie Valley-
Including the cities of Bosler and Laramie
536 PM MDT Mon Oct 12 2020

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY EVENING THROUGH
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...
...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 6 PM MDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...Laramie Valley County including the city of Laramie.

* WHEN...Tuesday evening through Wednesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power 
  lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

WYZ116-117-131200-
/O.EXP.KCYS.HW.W.0032.000000T0000Z-201013T0000Z/
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0021.201014T0300Z-201014T2100Z/
South Laramie Range-South Laramie Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Buford, Pumpkin Vine, Vedauwoo, Whitaker,
Federal, and Horse Creek
536 PM MDT Mon Oct 12 2020

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY EVENING THROUGH
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...
...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 6 PM MDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...South Laramie Range and South Laramie Range Foothills 
  Counties.

* WHEN...Tuesday evening through Wednesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power 
  lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

WYZ118-131200-
/O.EXP.KCYS.HW.W.0032.000000T0000Z-201013T0000Z/
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0021.201014T0300Z-201014T2100Z/
Central Laramie County-
Including the city of Cheyenne
536 PM MDT Mon Oct 12 2020

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY EVENING THROUGH
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...
...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 6 PM MDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...Central Laramie County County including Cheyenne.

* WHEN...Tuesday evening through Wednesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power 
  lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

WYZ104-105-109-130045-
/O.EXP.KCYS.HW.W.0032.000000T0000Z-201013T0000Z/
Ferris/Seminoe/Shirley Mountains-Shirley Basin-
Central Carbon County-
Including the cities of Seminoe Dam, Medicine Bow, Shirley Basin,
and Rawlins
536 PM MDT Mon Oct 12 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 6 PM MDT THIS EVENING...

Winds will continue to remain below high wind criteria.

$$

WYZ101-107-119-130045-
/O.EXP.KCYS.HW.W.0032.000000T0000Z-201013T0000Z/
Converse County Lower Elevations-East Platte County-
East Laramie County-
Including the cities of Bill, Douglas, Deer Creek, Glenrock, 
Wheatland, Guernsey, and Pine Bluffs
536 PM MDT Mon Oct 12 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 6 PM MDT THIS EVENING...

Winds will continue to remain below high wind criteria.

$$

WYZ110-131200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0032.000000T0000Z-201013T0600Z/
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0021.201014T0300Z-201014T2100Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain
536 PM MDT Mon Oct 12 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT
TONIGHT...
...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY EVENING THROUGH
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 35 to 45 mph with 
  gusts up to 65 mph. For the High Wind Watch, west winds 35 to 
  55 mph with gusts up to 75 mph possible.

* WHERE...North Snowy Range Foothills including the areas of 
  Arlington and Elk Mountain.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until midnight MDT tonight. 
  For the High Wind Watch, from Tuesday evening through 
  Wednesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including 
  camping and tractor trailers. There will be a high risk for 
  vehicle blow overs, especially along Interstate 80.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

WYZ106-131200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0032.000000T0000Z-201013T0600Z/
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0021.201014T0300Z-201014T2100Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
Including the city of Bordeaux
536 PM MDT Mon Oct 12 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT
TONIGHT...
...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY EVENING THROUGH
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 30 to 40 mph with 
  gusts up to 60 mph. For the High Wind Watch, west winds 35 to 
  45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph possible.

* WHERE...Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County 
  County including the area of Bordeaux.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until midnight MDT tonight. 
  For the High Wind Watch, from Tuesday evening through 
  Wednesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including 
  camping and tractor trailers. There will be a high risk for 
  vehicle blow overs, especially along Interstate 25.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

Rubin
951 
WWUS75 KCYS 131003
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
403 AM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020

WYZ110-140000-
/O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0021.201014T0300Z-201014T2100Z/
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0034.201013T1800Z-201015T0000Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain
403 AM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 6 PM MDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...West to southwest winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 75
  mph expected.

* WHERE...Arlington and Elk Mountain along Interstate 80 between
  Laramie and Rawlins. 

* WHEN...Noon MDT today until 6 PM MDT Wednesday. The strongest
  winds will occur on Wednesday morning. 

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including
  camping and tractor trailers. There will be a high risk for
  vehicle blow overs, especially along Interstate 80 near
  Arlington and Elk Mountain. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected
or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or gusts of
58 mph or more can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

WYZ106-116-117-140000-
/O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0021.201014T0300Z-201014T2100Z/
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0034.201014T0000Z-201015T0000Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
South Laramie Range-South Laramie Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Bordeaux, Buford, Pumpkin Vine, Vedauwoo,
Whitaker, Federal, and Horse Creek
403 AM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 PM MDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 40 to 55 mph with gusts up to 80 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Central and Southern Laramie Range, including the
  Interstate 80 Summit and adjacent foothills between Laramie and
  Cheyenne, as well as Interstate 25 near Bordeaux between
  Chugwater and Wheatland. 

* WHEN...6 PM this evening until 6 PM MDT Wednesday. The 
  strongest winds will occur overnight into early Wednesday 
  morning. 

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including
  camping and tractor trailers. There will be a high risk for
  vehicle blow overs, especially along Interstate 25 near
  Bordeaux. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected
or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or gusts of
58 mph or more can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

WYZ104-105-109-113-140000-
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0034.201013T1800Z-201015T0000Z/
Ferris/Seminoe/Shirley Mountains-Shirley Basin-
Central Carbon County-Upper North Platte River Basin-
Including the cities of Seminoe Dam, Medicine Bow, Shirley Basin,
Rawlins, Saratoga, and Encampment
403 AM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 6 PM MDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Lower elevations of Carbon County, including Rawlins and
  Saratoga. 

* WHEN...Noon MDT today until 6 PM MDT Wednesday. The strongest
  winds are expected to occur on Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including
  camping and tractor trailers. There will be a high risk for
  vehicle blow overs, especially along Interstate 80 near
  Arlington and Elk Mountain. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected
or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or gusts of
58 mph or more can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

WYZ111-140000-
/O.EXB.KCYS.HW.A.0021.201014T0600Z-201015T0000Z/
Southwest Carbon County-
Including the city of Baggs
403 AM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH WEDNESDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...Southwest Carbon County. 

* WHEN...Late tonight through Wednesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including
  camping and tractor trailers. There will be a high risk for
  vehicle blow overs, especially along north to south oriented
  roadways.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

WYZ107-140000-
/O.EXB.KCYS.HW.A.0021.201014T0600Z-201015T0000Z/
East Platte County-
Including the cities of Wheatland and Guernsey
403 AM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH WEDNESDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...East Platte County. 

* WHEN...Late tonight through Wednesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including
  camping and tractor trailers. There will be a high risk for
  vehicle blow overs, especially along north to south oriented
  roadways.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

WYZ103-140000-
/O.EXB.KCYS.HW.A.0021.201014T0000Z-201014T1800Z/
North Laramie Range-
Including the city of Garrett
403 AM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH WEDNESDAY
MORNING...

* WHAT...West winds 45 to 55 mph with gusts up to 80 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...North Laramie Range. 

* WHEN...Tonight through Wednesday morning.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including
  camping and tractor trailers. There will be a high risk for
  vehicle blow overs, especially along north to south oriented
  roadways. Tree damage is also possible. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

NEZ020-054-WYZ101-102-108-119-140000-
/O.EXB.KCYS.HW.A.0021.201014T1200Z-201015T0000Z/
Banner County-Kimball County-Converse County Lower Elevations-
Niobrara County-Goshen County-East Laramie County-
Including the cities of Harrisburg, Kimball, Bill, Douglas, 
Deer Creek, Glenrock, Lusk, Redbird, Torrington, and Pine Bluffs
403 AM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY MORNING THROUGH
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...East central Wyoming into the southern Nebraska
  Panhandle. In Wyoming, this includes Douglas, Lusk, Torrington
  and Pine Bluffs. In Nebraska, this includes Harrisburg and 
  Kimball.
 
* WHEN...6 AM MDT until 6 PM MDT Wednesday. 

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including
  camping and tractor trailers. There will be a high risk for
  vehicle blow overs, especially along north to south oriented
  roadways. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

WYZ114-140000-
/O.EXB.KCYS.HW.A.0021.201014T0600Z-201015T0000Z/
Snowy Range-
Including the cities of Centennial and Albany
403 AM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH WEDNESDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 45 to 55 mph with gusts up to 80 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...Snowy Range. 

* WHEN...Late tonight through Wednesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including
  camping and tractor trailers. There will be a high risk for
  vehicle blow overs, especially along north to south oriented
  roadways. Tree damage is also possible, especially in areas
  affected by the Mullen Fire. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

WYZ115-118-140000-
/O.EXT.KCYS.HW.A.0021.201014T0600Z-201015T0000Z/
Laramie Valley-Central Laramie County-
Including the cities of Bosler, Laramie, and Cheyenne
403 AM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020

...HIGH WIND WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...Laramie Valley including the city of Laramie. Central
  Laramie County including the city of Cheyenne. 

* WHEN...Late tonight through Wednesday afternoon. The strongest
  winds are expected to occur during the day on Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including
  camping and tractor trailers. There will be a high risk for
  vehicle blow overs, especially along north to south oriented
  roadways. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

CLH
354 
WWUS75 KCYS 131650 AAA
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE...UPDATED
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
1050 AM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020

WYZ104-105-109-110-113-140100-
/O.EXT.KCYS.HW.W.0034.201013T1700Z-201015T0000Z/
Ferris/Seminoe/Shirley Mountains-Shirley Basin-
Central Carbon County-North Snowy Range Foothills-
Upper North Platte River Basin-
Including the cities of Seminoe Dam, Medicine Bow, Shirley Basin,
Rawlins, Arlington, Elk Mountain, Saratoga, and Encampment
1050 AM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.
  Gusts to 75 mph could be possible overnight into Wednesday.

* WHERE...Shirley Basin, Ferris/Seminoe/Shirley Mountains, Upper 
  North Platte River Basin, North Snowy Range Foothills and 
  Central Carbon County Counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

WYZ106-116-117-140100-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0034.201014T0000Z-201015T0000Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
South Laramie Range-South Laramie Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Bordeaux, Buford, Pumpkin Vine, Vedauwoo,
Whitaker, Federal, and Horse Creek
1050 AM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
6 PM MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 55 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected.
  Wind gusts can increase as high as 80 mph overnight into
  Wednesday.

* WHERE...South Laramie Range, South Laramie Range Foothills and 
  Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

WYZ111-140100-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0021.201014T0600Z-201015T0000Z/
Southwest Carbon County-
Including the city of Baggs
1050 AM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...Southwest Carbon County County.

* WHEN...From late tonight through Wednesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power 
  lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

WYZ107-115-118-140100-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0021.201014T0600Z-201015T0000Z/
East Platte County-Laramie Valley-Central Laramie County-
Including the cities of Wheatland, Guernsey, Bosler, Laramie, 
and Cheyenne
1050 AM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 75 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...Laramie Valley, East Platte County and Central Laramie 
  County Counties.

* WHEN...From late tonight through Wednesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power 
  lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

WYZ103-140100-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0021.201014T0000Z-201014T1800Z/
North Laramie Range-
Including the city of Garrett
1050 AM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM MDT THIS EVENING
THROUGH WEDNESDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 80 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...North Laramie Range County.

* WHEN...From 6 PM MDT this evening through Wednesday morning.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power 
  lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

NEZ020-054-WYZ101-102-108-119-140100-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0021.201014T1200Z-201015T0000Z/
Banner County-Kimball County-Converse County Lower Elevations-
Niobrara County-Goshen County-East Laramie County-
Including the cities of Harrisburg, Kimball, Bill, Douglas, 
Deer Creek, Glenrock, Lusk, Redbird, Torrington, and Pine Bluffs
1050 AM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY MORNING
THROUGH WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...In Wyoming, Niobrara County, Converse County Lower 
  Elevations, Goshen County and East Laramie County Counties. In 
  Nebraska, Banner County and Kimball County Counties.

* WHEN...From Wednesday morning through Wednesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power 
  lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

WYZ114-140100-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0021.201014T0600Z-201015T0000Z/
Snowy Range-
Including the cities of Centennial and Albany
1050 AM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 80 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...Snowy Range County.

* WHEN...From late tonight through Wednesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power 
  lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$
846 
WWUS75 KCYS 132004 
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
204 PM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020

WYZ107-114-115-118-141200-
/O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0021.201014T0600Z-201015T0000Z/
/O.EXB.KCYS.HW.W.0034.201014T0600Z-201015T0000Z/
East Platte County-Snowy Range-Laramie Valley-
Central Laramie County-
Including the cities of Wheatland, Guernsey, Centennial, Albany, 
Bosler, Laramie, and Cheyenne
204 PM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 6 PM MDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...East Platte County, Snowy Range, Laramie Valley and 
  Central Laramie County Counties.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 6 PM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
  especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

NEZ020-054-WYZ101-102-108-119-141200-
/O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0021.201014T1200Z-201015T0000Z/
/O.EXB.KCYS.HW.W.0034.201014T1200Z-201015T0000Z/
Banner County-Kimball County-Converse County Lower Elevations-
Niobrara County-Goshen County-East Laramie County-
Including the cities of Harrisburg, Kimball, Bill, Douglas, 
Deer Creek, Glenrock, Lusk, Redbird, Torrington, and Pine Bluffs
204 PM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 6 PM MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...In Wyoming, Converse County Lower Elevations, Niobrara 
  County, Goshen County and East Laramie County Counties. In 
  Nebraska, Banner County and Kimball County Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 AM to 6 PM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

WYZ111-141200-
/O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0021.201014T0600Z-201015T0000Z/
/O.EXA.KCYS.HW.W.0034.000000T0000Z-201015T0000Z/
Southwest Carbon County-
Including the city of Baggs
204 PM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* WHERE...Southwest Carbon County County.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
  especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

WYZ103-141200-
/O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0021.201014T0000Z-201014T1800Z/
/O.EXA.KCYS.HW.W.0034.201014T0000Z-201015T0000Z/
North Laramie Range-
Including the city of Garrett
204 PM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 PM MDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...North Laramie Range County.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

WYZ104-105-109-110-113-141200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0034.000000T0000Z-201015T0000Z/
Ferris/Seminoe/Shirley Mountains-Shirley Basin-
Central Carbon County-North Snowy Range Foothills-
Upper North Platte River Basin-
Including the cities of Seminoe Dam, Medicine Bow, Shirley Basin,
Rawlins, Arlington, Elk Mountain, Saratoga, and Encampment
204 PM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph.

* WHERE...Shirley Basin, Ferris/Seminoe/Shirley Mountains, Upper 
  North Platte River Basin, North Snowy Range Foothills and 
  Central Carbon County Counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

WYZ106-116-117-141200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0034.201014T0000Z-201015T0000Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
South Laramie Range-South Laramie Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Bordeaux, Buford, Pumpkin Vine, Vedauwoo,
Whitaker, Federal, and Horse Creek
204 PM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
6 PM MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...South Laramie Range, South Laramie Range Foothills and 
  Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

The office that day

Everything else NWS Cheyenne, WY issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Oct 12, 1:45 AM MDTRed Flag WarningCYS16 hr
Oct 12, 3:05 PM MDTRed Flag WarningCYS27 hr

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Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.