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High Wind Watch 46, NWS Cheyenne, WY

December 5, 20214 counties in Wyoming

NWS Cheyenne, WY issued this high wind watch at Dec 5, 2021, 1:57 PM MST for 4 counties in Wyoming. It took effect at Dec 6, 2021, 11:00 AM MST. It was in force for .

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Dec 5, 2021, 1:57 PM MST (20:57 UTC)
In effect from
Dec 6, 2021, 11:00 AM MST
Expired
Dec 6, 2021, 2:07 AM MST
In force
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 21:02 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

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The nearest sounding before it

Riverton, WY (KRIW), launched 12:00Z, 9.0 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 12:00Z on 2021-12-05Temperature 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 12:00Z on 2021-12-05The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 144 square meters per square second.1939587897117136Sfc1 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
2315 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
91 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
144 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
279 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

532 
WWUS75 KCYS 052057
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
157 PM MST Sun Dec 5 2021

WYZ104-105-061200-
/O.CAN.KCYS.HW.W.0052.000000T0000Z-211205T2100Z/
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.A.0046.211206T1800Z-211207T0300Z/
Ferris/Seminoe/Shirley Mountains-Shirley Basin-
Including the cities of Seminoe Dam, Medicine Bow, 
and Shirley Basin
157 PM MST Sun Dec 5 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH MONDAY
EVENING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

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

* WHERE...Northern Carbon County including the Ferris and Seminoe
  Mountains, Muddy Gap and Shirley Basin. 

* WHEN...Winds decreasing late this afternoon. Strong winds 
  expected again from 11 AM MST until 8 PM MST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including
  campers and tractor trailers.

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.

&&

$$

WYZ117-061200-
/O.CAN.KCYS.HW.W.0052.000000T0000Z-211205T2100Z/
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.A.0046.211206T2100Z-211207T0600Z/
South Laramie Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Whitaker, Federal, and Horse Creek
157 PM MST Sun Dec 5 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH MONDAY
EVENING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

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

* WHERE...South Laramie Range Foothills including Interstate 80
  between Laramie and Cheyenne.

* WHEN...Winds decreasing late this afternoon. Strong winds
  expected again from 2 PM MST until 11 PM MST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including
  campers and tractor trailers.

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.

&&

$$

WYZ110-061200-
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0053.211206T1200Z-211207T0600Z/
/O.EXT.KCYS.HW.W.0052.000000T0000Z-211206T0000Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain
157 PM MST Sun Dec 5 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 11 PM MST MONDAY...

* WHAT...West to southwest winds 35 to 50 MPH with gusts up to 70
  MPH possible. 

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

* WHEN...Strong winds continuing until 5 PM MST this evening. A
  lull is expected this evening and overnight with strong winds
  expected again from 5 AM MST until 11 PM MST Monday. 

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including
  campers and tractor trailers.

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.

&&

$$

WYZ116-061200-
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.A.0046.211206T2100Z-211207T0600Z/
/O.EXT.KCYS.HW.W.0052.000000T0000Z-211206T0000Z/
South Laramie Range-
Including the cities of Buford, Pumpkin Vine, and Vedauwoo
157 PM MST Sun Dec 5 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH MONDAY
EVENING...

* WHAT...West to southwest winds 35 to 50 MPH with gusts up to 70
  MPH possible. 

* WHERE...South Laramie Range including the Interstate 80 Summit
  between Laramie and Cheyenne. 

* WHEN...Strong winds continuing until 5 PM MST this evening. A
  lull is expected this evening and overnight with strong winds
  expected again from 2 PM MST until 11 PM MST Monday. 

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including
  campers and tractor trailers.

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.

&&

$$

WYZ109-115-061200-
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.A.0046.211206T1800Z-211207T0300Z/
/O.EXT.KCYS.HW.W.0052.000000T0000Z-211206T0000Z/
Central Carbon County-Laramie Valley-
Including the cities of Rawlins, Laramie, and Bosler
157 PM MST Sun Dec 5 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH MONDAY
EVENING...

* WHAT...West to southwest winds 35 to 50 MPH with gusts up to 70
  MPH possible. 

* WHERE...Central Carbon County and Laramie Valley including the
  cities of Rawlins and Laramie.

* WHEN...Strong winds continuing until 5 PM MST this evening. A
  lull is expected this evening and overnight with strong winds
  expected again from 11 AM MST until 8 PM MST Monday. 

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including
  campers and tractor trailers.

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.

&&

$$

WYZ106-061200-
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.A.0046.211206T2100Z-211207T0600Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
Including the city of Bordeaux
157 PM MST Sun Dec 5 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH MONDAY
EVENING...

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

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

* WHEN...2 PM MST until 11 PM MST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including
  campers and tractor trailers.

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
3 follow-up statements
627 
WWUS75 KCYS 052341
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
441 PM MST Sun Dec 5 2021

WYZ110-060745-
/O.EXP.KCYS.HW.W.0052.000000T0000Z-211206T0000Z/
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0053.211206T1200Z-211207T0600Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain
441 PM MST Sun Dec 5 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON...

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 11 PM MST
MONDAY...

The High Wind Warning will expire at 5 PM this evening. Strong
gusty winds over 70 mph have ended across the northern Snowy Range
Foothills as a cold front continues to push south. However, winds
will quickly increase once again before sunrise Monday with gusts
over 60 MPH possible Monday morning.  

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.

&&

$$

WYZ116-060745-
/O.EXP.KCYS.HW.W.0052.000000T0000Z-211206T0000Z/
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0046.211206T2100Z-211207T0600Z/
South Laramie Range-
Including the cities of Buford, Pumpkin Vine, and Vedauwoo
441 PM MST Sun Dec 5 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON...

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

The High Wind Warning will expire at 5 PM this evening. Strong
gusty winds over 60 mph have ended as a cold front continues to 
push south into Colorado. However, winds may increase once again 
Monday afternoon with gusts over 60 MPH possible Monday evening.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous
high wind event. Sustained winds of at least 40 mph...or gusts of
58 mph or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest
forecasts.

&&

$$

WYZ109-115-060745-
/O.EXP.KCYS.HW.W.0052.000000T0000Z-211206T0000Z/
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0046.211206T1800Z-211207T0300Z/
Central Carbon County-Laramie Valley-
Including the cities of Rawlins, Laramie, and Bosler
441 PM MST Sun Dec 5 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON...

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH
MONDAY EVENING...

The High Wind Warning will expire at 5 PM this evening. Strong
gusty winds over 60 mph have ended as a cold front continues to 
push south into Colorado. However, the lighter winds will be
short-lived. Winds will increase rapidly late Monday morning with
gusts over 60 MPH possible Monday afternoon.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous
high wind event. Sustained winds of at least 40 mph...or gusts of
58 mph or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest
forecasts.

&&

$$

WYZ104-105-060745-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0046.211206T1800Z-211207T0300Z/
Ferris/Seminoe/Shirley Mountains-Shirley Basin-
Including the cities of Seminoe Dam, Medicine Bow, 
and Shirley Basin
441 PM MST Sun Dec 5 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH
MONDAY EVENING...

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

* WHERE...Northern Carbon County including the Ferris and 
  Seminoe Mountains, Muddy Gap and Shirley Basin. 

* WHEN...Winds decreasing late this afternoon. Strong winds 
  expected again from 11 AM MST until 8 PM MST Monday. 

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers. 

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.

&&

$$

WYZ106-117-060745-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0046.211206T2100Z-211207T0600Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
South Laramie Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Bordeaux, Whitaker, Federal, 
and Horse Creek
441 PM MST Sun Dec 5 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

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

* WHERE...South Laramie Range Foothills including Interstate 80 
  between Laramie and Cheyenne. 

* WHEN...Winds decreasing late this afternoon. Strong winds 
  expected again from 2 PM MST until 11 PM MST Monday. 

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers. 

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.

&&

$$
231 
WWUS75 KCYS 060117
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
617 PM MST Sun Dec 5 2021

WYZ110-061200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0053.211206T1200Z-211207T0600Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain
617 PM MST Sun Dec 5 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 11 PM MST MONDAY...

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

* WHERE...North Snowy Range Foothills.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 11 PM MST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including
  campers and tractor trailers.

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.

&&

$$

WYZ104-105-109-115-061200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0046.211206T1800Z-211207T0300Z/
Ferris/Seminoe/Shirley Mountains-Shirley Basin-
Central Carbon County-Laramie Valley-
Including the cities of Seminoe Dam, Medicine Bow, Shirley Basin,
Rawlins, Laramie, and Bosler
617 PM MST Sun Dec 5 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH
MONDAY EVENING...

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

* WHERE...Shirley Basin, Ferris/Seminoe/Shirley Mountains, 
  Central Carbon County and Laramie Valley.

* WHEN...From Monday morning through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including
  campers and tractor trailers.

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.

&&

$$

WYZ106-116-117-061200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0046.211206T2100Z-211207T0600Z/
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
617 PM MST Sun Dec 5 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

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

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

* WHEN...From Monday afternoon through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including
  campers and tractor trailers.

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.

&&

$$

T
891 
WWUS75 KCYS 060907
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
207 AM MST Mon Dec 6 2021

WYZ104-105-109-115-061715-
/O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0046.211206T1800Z-211207T0300Z/
/O.EXB.KCYS.HW.W.0053.211206T1800Z-211207T0300Z/
Ferris/Seminoe/Shirley Mountains-Shirley Basin-
Central Carbon County-Laramie Valley-
Including the cities of Seminoe Dam, Medicine Bow, Shirley Basin,
Rawlins, Laramie, and Bosler
207 AM MST Mon Dec 6 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 8 PM
MST THIS EVENING...

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

* WHERE...Ferris/Seminoe/Shirley Mountains, Shirley Basin, 
  Central Carbon County and Laramie Valley.

* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 8 PM MST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including
  campers and tractor trailers.

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.

&&

$$

WYZ106-116-117-061715-
/O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0046.211206T2100Z-211207T0600Z/
/O.EXB.KCYS.HW.W.0053.211206T2100Z-211207T0600Z/
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
207 AM MST Mon Dec 6 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 11 PM
MST THIS EVENING...

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

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

* WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 11 PM MST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including
  campers and tractor trailers.

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.

&&

$$

WYZ110-061715-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0053.211206T1200Z-211207T0600Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain
207 AM MST Mon Dec 6 2021

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

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...North Snowy Range Foothills.

* WHEN...From 5 AM early this morning to 11 PM MST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

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
Dec 5, 1:57 PM MSTHigh Wind WarningCYSAlbany, Carbon, Laramie, Platte41 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.