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High Wind Warning 3, NWS Cheyenne, WY
NWS Cheyenne, WY issued this high wind warning at Jan 4, 2021, 1:13 PM MST for 4 counties in Wyoming. It was in force for 30 hr. 20 reports came from inside the area while it was in force.
The area
The counties it named, with what was reported inside it.
The facts
- Issued
- Jan 4, 2021, 1:13 PM MST (20:13 UTC)
- Expired
- Jan 5, 2021, 7:26 PM MST
- In force
- 30 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Cheyenne, WY
Counties Albany County, WY, Carbon County, WY, Laramie County, WY, Platte County, WY
The radar
The Cheyenne radar (KCYS), 88 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 20:15 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.
Open the radar archive at this moment
The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.
What was reported inside it
| Time | Report | Where | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 4, 8:30 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 58 | 1 Nnw Arlington, WY | MESONET STATION KARL 0.6 NW ARLINGTON (WYDOT). |
| Jan 5, 12:00 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 65 | 11 Wsw Warren Af Base, WY | |
| Jan 5, 1:22 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 60 | 7 Ese Arlington, WY | MESONET STATION WY24 6.9 E ARLINGTON (WYDOT). |
| Jan 5, 2:41 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 58 | 1 Nw Cheyenne, WY | ASOS STATION KCYS CHEYENNE AIRPORT - CYS. |
| Jan 5, 5:00 PM MST | SNOW 6 | 14 Nne Skyline, WY | SOUTH BRUSH CREEK SNOTEL IN THE SNOWY RANGE. ELEVATION 8440 FEET. SNOW WATER EQUIVALENT IS 0.6 INCHES AND THE SNOW TO LIQUID RATIO USED WAS 10 TO 1. ACCUMULATION WAS OVER PAST 18 HOURS. |
| Jan 5, 5:00 PM MST | SNOW 6 | 7 Wsw Centennial, WY | CINNABAR PARK SNOTEL IN THE SNOWY RANGE. ELEVATION 9574 FEET. SNOW WATER EQUIVALENT IS 0.5 INCHES AND THE SNOW TO LIQUID RATIO USED WAS 12 TO 1. ACCUMULATION WAS OVER PAST 18 HOURS. |
| Jan 5, 5:00 PM MST | SNOW 7.5 | 7 Wnw Centennial, WY | BROOKLYN LAKE SNOTEL IN THE SNOWY RANGE. ELEVATION 10240 FEET. SNOW WATER EQUIVALENT IS 0.5 INCHES AND THE SNOW TO LIQUID RATIO USED WAS 15 TO 1. ACCUMULATION WAS OVER PAST 18 HOURS. |
| Jan 5, 5:00 PM MST | SNOW 7.5 | 8 Sw Skyline, WY | BLACKHALL MOUNTAIN SNOTEL IN THE SIERRA MADRE RANGE. ELEVATION 9820 FEET. SNOW WATER EQUIVALENT IS 0.5 INCHES AND THE SNOW TO LIQUID RATIO USED WAS 15 TO 1. ACCUMULATION WAS OVER PAST 18 HOURS. |
| Jan 5, 5:00 PM MST | SNOW 9 | 10 Ssw Arlington, WY | SAND LAKE SNOTEL IN THE SNOWY RANGE. ELEVATION 10050 FEET. SNOW WATER EQUIVALENT IS 0.6 INCHES AND THE SNOW TO LIQUID RATIO USED WAS 15 TO 1. ACCUMULATION WAS OVER PAST 18 HOURS. |
| Jan 5, 5:00 PM MST | SNOW 9 | 14 E Dixon, WY | BATTLE MOUNTAIN SNOTEL IN THE SIERRA MADRE RANGE. ELEVATION 7440 FEET. SNOW WATER EQUIVALENT IS 0.9 INCHES AND THE SNOW TO LIQUID RATIO USED WAS 10 TO 1. ACCUMULATION WAS OVER PAST 18 HOURS. |
| Jan 5, 5:00 PM MST | SNOW 9.6 | 8 Wsw Encampment, WY | WEBBER SPRINGS SNOTEL IN THE SIERRA MADRE RANGE. ELEVATION 9250 FEET. SNOW WATER EQUIVALENT IS 0.8 INCHES AND THE SNOW TO LIQUID RATIO USED WAS 12 TO 1. ACCUMULATION WAS OVER PAST 18 HOURS. |
| Jan 5, 5:00 PM MST | HEAVY SNOW 13.2 | 12 Sw Encampment, WY | LITTLE SNAKE RIVER SNOTEL IN THE SIERRA MADRE RANGE. ELEVATION 8915 FEET. SNOW WATER EQUIVALENT IS 1.1 INCHES AND THE SNOW TO LIQUID RATIO USED WAS 12 TO 1. ACCUMULATION WAS OVER PAST 18 HOURS. |
| Jan 5, 5:00 PM MST | HEAVY SNOW 13.2 | 15 Ssw Encampment, WY | WHISKEY PARK SNOTEL IN THE SIERRA MADRE RANGE. ELEVATION 8950 FEET. SNOW WATER EQUIVALENT IS 1.1 INCHES AND THE SNOW TO LIQUID RATIO USED WAS 12 TO 1. ACCUMULATION WAS OVER PAST 18 HOURS. |
| Jan 5, 5:00 PM MST | HEAVY SNOW 15.6 | 20 Wnw Encampment, WY | DIVIDE PEAK SNOTEL IN THE SIERRA MADRE RANGE. ELEVATION 8880 FEET. SNOW WATER EQUIVALENT IS 1.3 INCHES AND THE SNOW TO LIQUID RATIO USED WAS 12 TO 1. ACCUMULATION WAS OVER PAST 18 HOURS. |
| Jan 5, 5:00 PM MST | HEAVY SNOW 16.5 | 14 Wnw Centennial, WY | MED BOW SNOTEL IN THE SNOWY RANGE. ELEVATION 10510 FEET. SNOW WATER EQUIVALENT IS 1.1 INCHES AND THE SNOW TO LIQUID RATIO USED WAS 15 TO 1. ACCUMULATION WAS OVER PAST 18 HOURS. |
| Jan 5, 5:00 PM MST | HEAVY SNOW 18 | 10 Wsw Encampment, WY | OLD BATTLE SNOTEL IN THE SIERRA MADRE RANGE. ELEVATION 10000 FEET. SNOW WATER EQUIVALENT IS 1.2 INCHES AND THE SNOW TO LIQUID RATIO USED WAS 15 TO 1. ACCUMULATION WAS OVER PAST 18 HOURS. |
| Jan 5, 5:00 PM MST | HEAVY SNOW 19.5 | 14 W Centennial, WY | NORTH FRENCH CREEK SNOTEL IN THE SNOWY RANGE. ELEVATION 10130 FEET. SNOW WATER EQUIVALENT IS 1.3 INCHES AND THE SNOW TO LIQUID RATIO USED WAS 15 TO 1. ACCUMULATION WAS OVER PAST 18 HOURS. |
| Jan 5, 5:20 PM MST | HEAVY SNOW 0.1 | Pumpkin Vine, WY | SNOW SQUALL. VISIBILITY QUARTER MILE. BLOWING SNOW WITH WINDS GREATER THAN 30MPH. MESONET STATION KPUM PUMPKIN VINE (WYDOT). |
| Jan 5, 5:52 PM MST | HEAVY SNOW 0.1 | Vedauwoo, WY | SNOW SQUALL. VISIBILITY QUARTER MILE. BLOWING SNOW WITH WINDS GREATER THAN 30MPH. |
| Jan 5, 5:54 PM MST | HEAVY SNOW 0.1 | 4 Nnw Vedauwoo, WY | SNOW SQUALL. VISIBILITY QUARTER MILE. BLOWING SNOW WITH WINDS GREATER THAN 30MPH. |
Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.
The nearest sounding before it
Riverton, WY (KRIW), launched 12:00Z, 8.2 hours before the alert went out and 278 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.
- Mixed-layer CAPE
- 0 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- No buoyant parcel
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 2379 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 73 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 61 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 251 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
313 WWUS75 KCYS 042013 NPWCYS URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Cheyenne WY 113 PM MST Mon Jan 4 2021 WYZ110-051200- /O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0003.210105T0000Z-210106T0600Z/ /O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0003.210104T2013Z-210106T0600Z/ North Snowy Range Foothills- Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain 113 PM MST Mon Jan 4 2021 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST TUESDAY... * WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. * WHERE...North Snowy Range Foothills. * WHEN...Until 11 PM MST Tuesday. * 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... 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. && $$ WYZ106-116-117-051200- /O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0003.210105T0900Z-210106T0600Z/ /O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0003.210105T0900Z-210106T0600Z/ Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County- South Laramie Range-South Laramie Range Foothills- Including the cities of Bordeaux, Buford, Pumpkin Vine, Vedauwoo, Whitaker, Federal, and Horse Creek 113 PM MST Mon Jan 4 2021 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 11 PM MST TUESDAY... * WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. * WHERE...Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County, South Laramie Range and South Laramie Range Foothills. * WHEN...2 AM to 11 PM Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel may be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ WYZ118-051200- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0003.210105T1500Z-210106T0300Z/ Central Laramie County- Including the city of Cheyenne 113 PM MST Mon Jan 4 2021 ...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY MORNING THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING... * WHAT...West to northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible. * WHERE...Central Laramie County including the city of Cheyenne. * WHEN...8 AM to 8 PM Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. There will be a high risk for vehicle blow overs, particularly 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. && $$ Rubin
4 follow-up statements
571 WWUS75 KCYS 050245 NPWCYS URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Cheyenne WY 745 PM MST Mon Jan 4 2021 WYZ118-060300- /O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0003.210105T1500Z-210106T0300Z/ /O.EXB.KCYS.HW.W.0003.210105T1500Z-210106T0300Z/ Central Laramie County- Including the city of Cheyenne 745 PM MST Mon Jan 4 2021 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 8 PM MST TUESDAY... * WHAT...West to northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected. * WHERE...Central Laramie County including the city of Cheyenne. * WHEN...From 8 AM to 8 PM MST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. There will be a high risk for vehicle blow overs, particularly along north to south oriented roadways. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ WYZ107-060300- /O.EXB.KCYS.HW.W.0003.210105T1500Z-210106T0300Z/ East Platte County- Including the cities of Wheatland and Guernsey 745 PM MST Mon Jan 4 2021 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 8 PM MST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected. * WHERE...East Platte County County including the cities of Wheatland and Guernsey. * WHEN...From 8 AM to 8 PM MST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. There will be a high risk for vehicle blow overs, particularly along north to south oriented roadways. 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. && $$ WYZ110-060600- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-210106T0600Z/ North Snowy Range Foothills- Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain 745 PM MST Mon Jan 4 2021 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST TUESDAY... * WHAT...West to southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. Winds turn northwest after noon Tuesday. Additionally, winds will combine with snow showers for areas of blowing snow and reduced visibilities, mainly between 8 AM and 5 PM. A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for this period as well. * WHERE...Arlington and Elk Mountain along Interstate 80 between Laramie and Rawlins. * WHEN...Until 11 PM MST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. There will be a high risk for vehicle blow overs, particularly along north to south oriented roadways. In addition, areas of blowing snow could lead to reduced visibilities, even whiteout conditions, and slick roads. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ WYZ106-116-117-060600- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0003.210105T0900Z-210106T0600Z/ 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 745 PM MST Mon Jan 4 2021 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 11 PM MST TUESDAY... * WHAT...West to southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected. Winds turn northwest after noon. * WHERE...Bordeaux along Interstate 25 between Chugwater and Wheatland, South Laramie Range and adjacent foothills including Interstate 80 between Laramie and Cheyenne, Interstate 25 near Wyoming Hill and Whitaker. * WHEN...2 AM to 11 PM Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. There will be a high risk for vehicle blow overs, particularly along north to south oriented roadways. 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. && $$ AB
467 WWUS75 KCYS 051111 NPWCYS URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Cheyenne WY 411 AM MST Tue Jan 5 2021 WYZ110-060000- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-210106T0600Z/ North Snowy Range Foothills- Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain 411 AM MST Tue Jan 5 2021 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...West to southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. Snow and blowing snow likely at times, possibly resulting in near zero visibilities. A Winter Weather Advisory is also in effect. * WHERE...Arlington and Elk Mountain along Interstate 80 between Laramie and Rawlins. * WHEN...Until 11 PM MST Tuesday. The highest impact period due to snow and blowing snow is expected between 8 AM and 5 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. There will be a high risk for vehicle blow overs, particularly along north to south oriented roadways. In addition, areas of blowing snow could lead to near zero visibilities at times as well as slick road conditions. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or gusts of 58 mph or more can lead to property damage. && $$ WYZ106-116-117-060000- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-210106T0600Z/ 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 411 AM MST Tue Jan 5 2021 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected. Some snow and blowing snow is also possible. * WHERE...Bordeaux along Interstate 25 between Chugwater and Wheatland, South Laramie Range and adjacent foothills including Interstate 80 between Laramie and Cheyenne, Interstate 25 near Wyoming Hill and Whitaker. * WHEN...Until 11 PM MST Tuesday. The greatest potential for snow and blowing snow will be during the mid to late afternoon hours. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. There will be a high risk for vehicle blow overs, particularly along north to south oriented roadways. Snow showers could lead to brief but significant reductions in visibility and slick road conditions. 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. && $$ WYZ107-118-060000- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0003.210105T1500Z-210106T0300Z/ East Platte County-Central Laramie County- Including the cities of Wheatland, Guernsey, and Cheyenne 411 AM MST Tue Jan 5 2021 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THIS MORNING TO 8 PM MST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. Some snow and blowing snow is also possible. * WHERE...East Platte County including the cities of Wheatland and Chugwater, central Laramie County including the city of Cheyenne. * WHEN...8 AM until 8 PM MST Tuesday. The greatest potential for snow and blowing snow will be during the mid to late afternoon hours. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. There will be a high risk for vehicle blow overs, particularly along north to south oriented roadways. Snow showers could lead to brief but significant reductions in visibility and slick road conditions. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or gusts of 58 mph or more can lead to property damage. && $$ CLH
673 WWUS75 KCYS 052101 NPWCYS URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Cheyenne WY 201 PM MST Tue Jan 5 2021 WYZ110-060600- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-210106T0600Z/ North Snowy Range Foothills- Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain 201 PM MST Tue Jan 5 2021 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Sustained west to northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected. Snow and blowing snow likely at times, possibly resulting in near zero visibilities. A Winter Weather Advisory is also in effect. * WHERE...Arlington and Elk Mountain along Interstate 80 between Laramie and Rawlins. * WHEN...Until 11 PM MST this evening. The highest impact period due to snow and blowing snow is expected through late this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. There will be a high risk for vehicle blow overs, particularly along north to south oriented roadways. In addition, areas of blowing snow could lead to near zero visibilities at times as well as slick road conditions. 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. && $$ WYZ106-116-117-060600- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-210106T0600Z/ Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County- South Laramie Range-South Laramie Range Foothills- Including the cities of Bordeaux, Buford, Pumpkin Vine, Vedauwoo, Whitaker, Federal, and Horse Creek 201 PM MST Tue Jan 5 2021 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Sustained west to northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected. Some snow and blowing snow is also possible. * WHERE...Bordeaux along Interstate 25 between Chugwater and Wheatland, South Laramie Range and Foothills including Interstate 80 between Laramie and Cheyenne, Interstate 25 near Wyoming Hill and Whitaker. * WHEN...Until 11 PM MST this evening. The greatest potential for snow and blowing snow will be during the mid to late afternoon hours. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. There will be a high risk for vehicle blow overs, particularly along north to south oriented roadways. Snow showers could lead to brief but significant reductions in visibility and slick road conditions. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or gusts of 58 mph or more can lead to property damage. && $$ WYZ107-118-060300- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-210106T0300Z/ East Platte County-Central Laramie County- Including the cities of Wheatland, Guernsey, and Cheyenne 201 PM MST Tue Jan 5 2021 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Sustained west to northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. Some snow and blowing snow is also possible. * WHERE...East Platte County including the cities of Wheatland and Chugwater, Central Laramie County including the city of Cheyenne. * WHEN...Until 8 PM MST this evening. The greatest potential for snow and blowing snow will be during the mid to late afternoon hours. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. There will be a high risk for vehicle blow overs, particularly along north to south oriented roadways. Snow showers could lead to brief but significant reductions in visibility and slick road conditions. 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. && $$
588 WWUS75 KCYS 060226 NPWCYS URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Cheyenne WY 726 PM MST Tue Jan 5 2021 WYZ106-110-116-117-060330- /O.CAN.KCYS.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-210106T0600Z/ Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County- North Snowy Range Foothills-South Laramie Range- South Laramie Range Foothills- Including the cities of Bordeaux, Arlington, Elk Mountain, Buford, Pumpkin Vine, Vedauwoo, Whitaker, Federal, and Horse Creek 726 PM MST Tue Jan 5 2021 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED... Winds have significantly diminished in the last few hours behind today's cold frontal passage. Gusts are topping off around 30 mph and should remain there overnight. Look for areas of blowing snow, icy roadways, and patchy fog overnight through sunrise. $$ WYZ107-118-060330- /O.CAN.KCYS.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-210106T0300Z/ East Platte County-Central Laramie County- Including the cities of Wheatland, Guernsey, and Cheyenne 726 PM MST Tue Jan 5 2021 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED... Winds have significantly diminished in the last few hours behind today's cold frontal passage. Gusts are topping off around 30 mph and should remain there overnight. Look for areas of blowing snow, icy roadways, and patchy fog overnight through sunrise. $$ Braun
The office that day
Everything else NWS Cheyenne, WY issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 4, 12:53 AM MST | High Wind Warning | CYS | Albany, Carbon, Laramie, Platte | 12 hr |
| Jan 4, 3:16 AM MST | High Wind Watch | CYS | Albany, Carbon, Laramie, Platte | 16 hr |
| Jan 4, 3:43 AM MST | Winter Weather Advisory | CYS | Albany, Carbon | 9 hr |
| Jan 4, 1:09 PM MST | Winter Storm Warning | CYS | Albany, Carbon | 28 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; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.