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High Wind Watch 3, NWS Cheyenne, WY

January 4, 20214 counties in Wyoming

NWS Cheyenne, WY issued this high wind watch at Jan 4, 2021, 3:16 AM MST for 4 counties in Wyoming. It took effect at Jan 4, 2021, 5:00 PM MST. It was in force for 3 hr.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Jan 4, 2021, 3:16 AM MST (10:16 UTC)
In effect from
Jan 4, 2021, 5:00 PM MST
Expired
Jan 4, 2021, 7:45 PM MST
In force
3 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 10:18 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.

The nearest sounding before it

Riverton, WY (KRIW), launched 00:00Z, 10.3 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.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Riverton, WY at 00:00Z on 2021-01-04Temperature 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, Riverton, WY at 00:00Z on 2021-01-04The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 16 square meters per square second.1939587897117Sfc1 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
1964 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
40 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
16 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
40 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

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607 
WWUS75 KCYS 041016
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
316 AM MST Mon Jan 4 2021

WYZ110-050015-
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.A.0003.210105T0000Z-210106T0600Z/
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-210104T1800Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain
316 AM MST Mon Jan 4 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST THIS
MORNING...
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THIS AFTERNOON THROUGH TUESDAY
EVENING...

* WHAT...West to southwest winds 35 to 50 mph with gusts up to 65
  mph expected. 

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

* WHEN...High Wind Warning until 11 AM MST this morning. High Wind
  Watch from 5 PM MST this evening until 11 PM MST Tuesday. There
  may be a brief lull in higher wind speeds 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 
  reduced visibilities and slick spots.

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.

&&

$$

WYZ106-116-117-050015-
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.A.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
316 AM MST Mon Jan 4 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH TUESDAY
EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  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...2 AM MST 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.

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.

&&

$$

WYZ118-050015-
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.A.0003.210105T1500Z-210106T0300Z/
Central Laramie County-
Including the city of Cheyenne
316 AM MST Mon Jan 4 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH 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 MST until 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...

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
5 follow-up statements
259 
WWUS75 KCYS 041652
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
952 AM MST Mon Jan 4 2021

WYZ106-050000-
/O.EXB.KCYS.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-210104T2000Z/
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0003.210105T0900Z-210106T0600Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
Including the city of Bordeaux
952 AM MST Mon Jan 4 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON...
...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH
TUESDAY EVENING...

* 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 45
  mph with gusts up to 70 mph possible.

* WHERE...Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County 
  County.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 1 PM MST this 
  afternoon. For the High Wind Watch, from late tonight through 
  Tuesday evening.

* 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.

&&

$$

WYZ110-050000-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-210104T1800Z/
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0003.210105T0000Z-210106T0600Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain
952 AM MST Mon Jan 4 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST THIS
MORNING...
...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON
THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...West to southwest winds 35 to 50 mph with gusts up to 
  65 mph expected.

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

* WHEN...High Wind Warning until 11 AM MST this morning. High 
  Wind Watch from 5 PM MST this evening until 11 PM MST Tuesday. 
  There may be a brief lull in higher wind speeds 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 
  reduced visibilities and slick spots.

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.

&&

$$

WYZ116-117-050000-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0003.210105T0900Z-210106T0600Z/
South Laramie Range-South Laramie Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Buford, Pumpkin Vine, Vedauwoo, Whitaker,
Federal, and Horse Creek
952 AM MST Mon Jan 4 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH
TUESDAY EVENING...

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

* WHERE...South Laramie Range and adjacent foothills including 
  Interstate 80 between Laramie and Cheyenne, Interstate 25 near 
  Wyoming Hill and Whitaker.

* WHEN...2 AM MST 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.

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.

&&

$$

WYZ118-050000-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0003.210105T1500Z-210106T0300Z/
Central Laramie County-
Including the city of Cheyenne
952 AM 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 MST until 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...

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
693 
WWUS75 KCYS 041735
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
1035 AM MST Mon Jan 4 2021

WYZ110-050000-
/O.EXP.KCYS.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-210104T1800Z/
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0003.210105T0000Z-210106T0600Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain
1035 AM MST Mon Jan 4 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON
THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 11 AM MST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  possible.

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

* WHEN...High Wind Warning until 11 AM MST this morning. High 
  Wind Watch from 5 PM MST this evening until 11 PM MST Tuesday. 
  There may be a brief lull in higher wind speeds this 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.

&&

$$

WYZ106-050000-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-210104T2000Z/
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0003.210105T0900Z-210106T0600Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
Including the city of Bordeaux
1035 AM MST Mon Jan 4 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH
TUESDAY EVENING...

* 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 
  45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph possible.

* WHERE...Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County 
  County.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 1 PM MST this 
  afternoon. For the High Wind Watch, from late tonight through 
  Tuesday evening.

* 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.

&&

$$

WYZ116-117-050000-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0003.210105T0900Z-210106T0600Z/
South Laramie Range-South Laramie Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Buford, Pumpkin Vine, Vedauwoo, Whitaker,
Federal, and Horse Creek
1035 AM MST Mon Jan 4 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH
TUESDAY EVENING...

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

* WHERE...South Laramie Range and adjacent foothills including 
  Interstate 80 between Laramie and Cheyenne, Interstate 25 near 
  Wyoming Hill and Whitaker.

* WHEN...2 AM MST 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.

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.

&&

$$

WYZ118-050000-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0003.210105T1500Z-210106T0300Z/
Central Laramie County-
Including the city of Cheyenne
1035 AM 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 MST until 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...

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
760 
WWUS75 KCYS 041946
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
1246 PM MST Mon Jan 4 2021

WYZ106-050400-
/O.EXP.KCYS.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-210104T2000Z/
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0003.210105T0900Z-210106T0600Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
Including the city of Bordeaux
1246 PM MST Mon Jan 4 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH
TUESDAY EVENING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 1 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON...

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

* WHERE...Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County 
  County.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Watch, from late tonight through 
  Tuesday evening.

* 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.

&&

$$

WYZ110-050400-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0003.210105T0000Z-210106T0600Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain
1246 PM MST Mon Jan 4 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON
THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  possible.

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

* WHEN...From 5 PM MST this evening 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...

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.

&&

$$

WYZ116-117-050400-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0003.210105T0900Z-210106T0600Z/
South Laramie Range-South Laramie Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Buford, Pumpkin Vine, Vedauwoo, Whitaker,
Federal, and Horse Creek
1246 PM MST Mon Jan 4 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH
TUESDAY EVENING...

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

* WHERE...South Laramie Range and adjacent foothills including 
  Interstate 80 between Laramie and Cheyenne, Interstate 25 near 
  Wyoming Hill and Whitaker.

* WHEN...2 AM MST 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.

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.

&&

$$

WYZ118-050400-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0003.210105T1500Z-210106T0300Z/
Central Laramie County-
Including the city of Cheyenne
1246 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 MST until 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...

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
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
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.

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The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Jan 4, 12:53 AM MSTHigh Wind WarningCYSAlbany, Carbon, Laramie, Platte12 hr
Jan 4, 3:43 AM MSTWinter Weather AdvisoryCYSAlbany, Carbon9 hr
Jan 4, 1:09 PM MSTWinter Storm WarningCYSAlbany, Carbon28 hr
Jan 4, 1:13 PM MSTHigh Wind WarningCYSAlbany, Carbon, Laramie, Platte30 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.