Alert archive / Wyoming / High Wind Watches in 2021

High Wind Watch 39, NWS Cheyenne, WY

November 22, 2021Platte County, Wyoming

NWS Cheyenne, WY issued this high wind watch at Nov 22, 2021, 6:15 AM MST for Platte County, Wyoming. It took effect at Nov 22, 2021, 11:00 PM MST. It was in force for 3 hr.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Nov 22, 2021, 6:15 AM MST (13:15 UTC)
In effect from
Nov 22, 2021, 11:00 PM MST
Expired
Nov 23, 2021, 2:28 AM MST
In force
3 hr
Issued by
NWS Cheyenne, WY

County Platte County, WY

The radar

The Cheyenne radar (KCYS), 110 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 13:14 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

Rapid City, SD (KUNR), launched 12:00Z, 1.3 hours before the alert went out and 274 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, Rapid City, SD at 12:00Z on 2021-11-22Temperature 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 km15 km-30°-20°-10°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Rapid City, SD at 12:00Z on 2021-11-22The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 69 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
2446 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
75 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
69 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
270 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

Open this sounding in Storm Lab

The text

As transmitted.

626 
WWUS75 KCYS 221315
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
615 AM MST Mon Nov 22 2021

WYZ116-221415-
/O.CAN.KCYS.HW.W.0045.000000T0000Z-211123T1800Z/
South Laramie Range-
Including the cities of Buford, Pumpkin Vine, and Vedauwoo
615 AM MST Mon Nov 22 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

Wind gusts in excess of 60 MPH are no longer expected. However,
periods of winds 35 to 40 MPH with gusts around 50 MPH may still
occur early this morning. 

$$

WYZ106-230000-
/O.EXB.KCYS.HW.W.0046.211123T0600Z-211124T0000Z/
/O.EXA.KCYS.HW.W.0045.000000T0000Z-211122T1800Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
Including the city of Bordeaux
615 AM MST Mon Nov 22 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST THIS MORNING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 5 PM
MST TUESDAY...

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

* WHERE...Bordeaux along Interstate 25 between Chugwater and
  Wheatland. 

* WHEN...Winds remaining strong until 11 AM MST this morning. A
  lull in the strongest wind speeds will occur this afternoon,
  although gusts in excess of 40 MPH will remain possible. A
  second round of strong winds is expected between 11 PM MST this
  evening and 5 PM MST Tuesday with the strongest winds expected
  early Tuesday morning. 

* 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...

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.

&&

$$

WYZ110-230000-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0045.000000T0000Z-211122T1800Z/
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0046.211123T0900Z-211124T0000Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain
615 AM MST Mon Nov 22 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST THIS
MORNING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 5 PM MST
TUESDAY...

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

* WHERE...North Snowy Range Foothills including Arlington and 
  Elk Mountain along Interstate 80 between Laramie and Rawlins.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST this morning. A lull in the strongest 
  wind speeds will occur this afternoon, although frequent gusts 
  in excess of 45 MPH will remain possible. A second round of 
  strong winds is expected between 2 AM and 5 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...

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.

&&

$$

WYZ107-230000-
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.A.0039.211123T0600Z-211124T0000Z/
East Platte County-
Including the cities of Wheatland and Guernsey
615 AM MST Mon Nov 22 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH TUESDAY
AFTERNOON...

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

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

* WHEN...11 PM MST this evening until 5 PM MST Tuesday. The
  strongest winds are expected early Tuesday morning.

* 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
2 follow-up statements
561 
WWUS75 KCYS 221758
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
1058 AM MST Mon Nov 22 2021

WYZ110-222000-
/O.EXP.KCYS.HW.W.0045.000000T0000Z-211122T1800Z/
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0046.211123T0900Z-211124T0000Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain
1058 AM MST Mon Nov 22 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 11 AM MST THIS MORNING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 5 PM MST 
TUESDAY...

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

* WHERE...North Snowy Range Foothills including Arlington and 
  Elk Mountain along Interstate 80 between Laramie and Rawlins.

* WHEN...Current High Wind Warning is expiring at 11AM. Gusty
  winds to 45 mph remain possible through the day and evening. A 
  second round of strong winds is expected between 2 AM and 5 PM 
  MST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS... 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.

&&

$$

WYZ106-222000-
/O.EXP.KCYS.HW.W.0045.000000T0000Z-211122T1800Z/
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0046.211123T0600Z-211124T0000Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
Including the city of Bordeaux
1058 AM MST Mon Nov 22 2021

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

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

* WHERE...Bordeaux along Interstate 25 between Chugwater and 
  Wheatland.

* WHEN...Current High Wind Warning is expiring at 11AM. Gusty
  winds to 45 mph remain possible through the day and evening. A 
  second round of strong winds is expected between 11 PM MST this 
  evening and 5 PM MST Tuesday with the strongest winds expected 
  early Tuesday morning.

* IMPACTS...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.

&&

$$

WYZ107-222000-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0039.211123T0600Z-211124T0000Z/
East Platte County-
Including the cities of Wheatland and Guernsey
1058 AM MST Mon Nov 22 2021

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

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

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

* WHEN...11 PM MST this evening until 5 PM MST Tuesday. The 
  strongest winds are expected early Tuesday morning.

* 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.

&&

$$
393 
WWUS75 KCYS 230928
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
228 AM MST Tue Nov 23 2021

WYZ107-231030-
/O.CAN.KCYS.HW.A.0039.000000T0000Z-211124T0000Z/
East Platte County-
Including the cities of Wheatland and Guernsey
228 AM MST Tue Nov 23 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH IS CANCELLED...

The High Wind Watch has been cancelled. Strong, gusty southwest
winds up to 50-55mph are still possible through this afternoon.

$$

WYZ110-231730-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0046.000000T0000Z-211124T0000Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain
228 AM MST Tue Nov 23 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

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

* WHERE...North Snowy Range Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...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.

&&

$$

WYZ106-231730-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0046.000000T0000Z-211124T0000Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
Including the city of Bordeaux
228 AM MST Tue Nov 23 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

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

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

* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...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.

&&

$$

BW

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Nov 21, 6:01 PM MSTRed Flag WarningCYS23 hr
Nov 22, 3:25 AM MSTHigh Wind WarningCYSAlbany, Carbon, Laramie, Platte38 hr
Nov 22, 2:37 PM MSTRed Flag WarningCYS25 hr

Nearby

High Wind Watches in Wyoming, 2021Every high wind watch in 2021

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.