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High Wind Watch 37, NWS Cheyenne, WY

November 18, 2021Albany County, Laramie County, Wyoming

NWS Cheyenne, WY issued this high wind watch at Nov 18, 2021, 1:06 AM MST for Albany County, Laramie County, Wyoming. It took effect at Nov 18, 2021, 9:00 PM MST. It was in force for .

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Nov 18, 2021, 1:06 AM MST (08:06 UTC)
In effect from
Nov 18, 2021, 9:00 PM MST
Expired
Nov 18, 2021, 8:36 PM MST
In force
Issued by
NWS Cheyenne, WY

Counties Albany County, WY, Laramie County, WY

The radar

The Cheyenne radar (KCYS), 50 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 08:07 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

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The nearest sounding before it

Denver, CO (KDNR), launched 00:00Z, 8.1 hours before the alert went out and 245 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 00:00Z on 2021-11-18Temperature 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 00:00Z on 2021-11-18The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 100 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
1722 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
75 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
100 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
481 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

328 
WWUS75 KCYS 180806
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
106 AM MST Thu Nov 18 2021

WYZ106-110-190000-
/O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0036.211119T0000Z-211119T2100Z/
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0044.211119T0000Z-211119T2100Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Bordeaux, Arlington, and Elk Mountain
106 AM MST Thu Nov 18 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 2 PM
MST FRIDAY...

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

* WHERE...Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County and 
  North Snowy Range Foothills.

* WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds are
  extremely dangerous to light weight and high profile vehicles,
  including campers and tractor trailers.  There will be a high
  risk for vehicle blow overs and these areas, especially between
  mile markers 240 and 290 along Interstate 80, and mile markers
  60 and 80 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.

&&

$$

WYZ116-117-190000-
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.A.0037.211119T0400Z-211119T1600Z/
South Laramie Range-South Laramie Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Buford, Pumpkin Vine, Vedauwoo, Whitaker,
Federal, and Horse Creek
106 AM MST Thu Nov 18 2021

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

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

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

* WHEN...From this evening through Friday morning.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds are
  extremely dangerous to light weight and high profile vehicles,
  including campers and tractor trailers. There will be a high
  risk for vehicle blow overs and these areas, especially between
  mile markers 320 and 355 along Interstate 80.
  

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.

&&

$$
2 follow-up statements
606 
WWUS75 KCYS 182033
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
133 PM MST Thu Nov 18 2021

WYZ116-190445-
/O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0037.211119T0400Z-211119T1600Z/
/O.EXB.KCYS.HW.W.0044.211119T0400Z-211119T2100Z/
South Laramie Range-
Including the cities of Buford, Pumpkin Vine, and Vedauwoo
133 PM MST Thu Nov 18 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 2 PM MST
FRIDAY...

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

* WHERE...South Laramie Range.

* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds are
  extremely dangerous to light weight and high profile vehicles,
  including campers and tractor trailers. There will be a high
  risk for vehicle blow overs and these areas, especially between
  mile markers 320 and 355 along Interstate 80.

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.

&&

$$

WYZ106-110-190445-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0044.211119T0000Z-211119T2100Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Bordeaux, Arlington, and Elk Mountain
133 PM MST Thu Nov 18 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 2 PM MST FRIDAY...

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

* WHERE...Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County and 
  North Snowy Range Foothills.

* WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds are 
  extremely dangerous to light weight and high profile vehicles, 
  including campers and tractor trailers. There will be a high 
  risk for vehicle blow overs and these areas, especially 
  between mile markers 240 and 290 along Interstate 80, and mile 
  markers 60 and 80 along Interstate 25. 

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.

&&

$$

WYZ117-190445-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0037.211119T0400Z-211119T1600Z/
South Laramie Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Whitaker, Federal, and Horse Creek
133 PM MST Thu Nov 18 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM MST THIS EVENING
THROUGH FRIDAY MORNING...

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

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

* WHEN...From this evening through Friday morning.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds are 
  extremely dangerous to light weight and high profile vehicles, 
  including campers and tractor trailers. There will be a high 
  risk for vehicle blow overs and these areas, especially 
  between mile markers 320 and 355 along Interstate 80.

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.


&&

$$
198 
WWUS75 KCYS 190336
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
836 PM MST Thu Nov 18 2021

WYZ117-190445-
/O.CAN.KCYS.HW.A.0037.211119T0400Z-211119T1600Z/
South Laramie Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Whitaker, Federal, and Horse Creek
836 PM MST Thu Nov 18 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH IS CANCELLED...

Strong winds with gusts to 50 MPH are possible overnight into 
early Friday morning along the Foothills of the South Laramie 
Range. However, these winds are expected to remain below high 
wind criteria. Therefore, the watch was cancelled.

$$

WYZ107-191200-
/O.EXB.KCYS.HW.W.0044.211119T0336Z-211119T1500Z/
East Platte County-
Including the cities of Wheatland and Guernsey
836 PM MST Thu Nov 18 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM MST FRIDAY...

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

* WHERE...East Platte County including Interstate 25 between
  Wheatland and Glendo.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds are
  extremely dangerous to light weight and high profile vehicles,
  including campers and tractor trailers. There will be a high
  risk for vehicle blow overs and these areas, especially between
  mile markers 85 and 110 along Interstate 25.

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.

&&

$$

WYZ106-110-191200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0044.000000T0000Z-211119T2100Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Bordeaux, Arlington, and Elk Mountain
836 PM MST Thu Nov 18 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST FRIDAY...

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

* WHERE...Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County and
  North Snowy Range Foothills including Interstate 25 near
  Bordeaux and Interstate 80 near Arlington.

* WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds are 
  extremely dangerous to light weight and high profile vehicles, 
  including campers and tractor trailers. There will be a high 
  risk for vehicle blow overs and these areas, especially 
  between mile markers 240 and 290 along Interstate 80, and mile 
  markers 60 and 80 along Interstate 25.

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.

&&

$$

WYZ116-191200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0044.211119T0400Z-211119T2100Z/
South Laramie Range-
Including the cities of Buford, Pumpkin Vine, and Vedauwoo
836 PM MST Thu Nov 18 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST FRIDAY...

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

* WHERE...South Laramie Range including Interstate 80 near
  Vedauwoo.

* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds are 
  extremely dangerous to light weight and high profile vehicles, 
  including campers and tractor trailers. There will be a high 
  risk for vehicle blow overs and these areas, especially 
  between mile markers 320 and 355 along Interstate 80.

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.

&&

$$

Brothers

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Nov 18, 1:06 AM MSTHigh Wind WarningCYSAlbany, Carbon, Laramie, Platte47 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.