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High Wind Warning 29, NWS Cheyenne, WY

April 16, 20224 counties in Wyoming

NWS Cheyenne, WY issued this high wind warning at Apr 16, 2022, 2:24 AM MDT for 4 counties in Wyoming. It took effect at Apr 17, 2022, 12:00 AM MDT. It was in force for 18 hr. 24 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
Apr 16, 2022, 2:24 AM MDT (08:24 UTC)
In effect from
Apr 17, 2022, 12:00 AM MDT
Expired
Apr 17, 2022, 6:00 PM MDT
In force
18 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 08:28 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

TimeReportWhereRemark
Apr 17, 6:22 AM MDTNON-TSTM WND GST 583 Ese Elk Mountain, WYMESONET STATION WY20 2.5 SE ELK MOUNTAIN (WYDOT) COUNTY RD 402.
Apr 17, 6:36 AM MDTNON-TSTM WND GST 5813 Ne Centennial, WYMESONET STATION WY26 12.6 NE CENTENNIAL (WYDOT) QUEALY DOME.
Apr 17, 7:26 AM MDTNON-TSTM WND GST 607 Wsw Warren Af Base, WYMESONET STATION WY39 6.7 W WARREN AF BASE (WYDOT).
Apr 17, 7:26 AM MDTNON-TSTM WND GST 621 Nnw Whitaker, WYMESONET STATION KWTR 0.6 NW WHITAKER (WYDOT).
Apr 17, 8:04 AM MDTNON-TSTM WND GST 661 Nw Cheyenne, WYASOS STATION KCYS CHEYENNE AIRPORT - CYS.
Apr 17, 8:42 AM MDTNON-TSTM WND GST 607 Wsw Warren Af Base, WYMESONET STATION WY39 6.7 W WARREN AF BASE (WYDOT).
Apr 17, 8:52 AM MDTNON-TSTM WND GST 586 Sw South Greeley High, WYMESONET STATION KWYH 6.5 N NATURAL FORT (WYDOT).
Apr 17, 9:26 AM MDTNON-TSTM WND GST 627 Wsw Warren Af Base, WYMESONET STATION WY39 6.7 W WARREN AF BASE (WYDOT).
Apr 17, 9:36 AM MDTNON-TSTM WND GST 603 S Cheyenne, WYWYDOT REPORTED ROLL-OVER CRASH OF A TRACKER-TRAILER AT WYOHILL. AREA OBSERVATIONS REPORTED 60 MPH WINDS.
Apr 17, 9:42 AM MDTNON-TSTM WND GST 626 Sw South Greeley High, WYMESONET STATION KWYH 6.5 N NATURAL FORT (WYDOT).
Apr 17, 10:22 AM MDTNON-TSTM WND GST 586 Sw South Greeley High, WYMESONET STATION KWYH 6.5 N NATURAL FORT (WYDOT).
Apr 17, 10:46 AM MDTNON-TSTM WND GST 581 Nw Cheyenne, WYASOS STATION KCYS CHEYENNE AIRPORT - CYS.
Apr 17, 11:18 AM MDTNON-TSTM WND GST 6011 Wsw Warren Af Base, WYMESONET STATION UP226 10.5 NW NATURAL FORT (UPR).
Apr 17, 11:37 AM MDTNON-TSTM WND GST 589 W Rawlins, WYMESONET STATION UP251 9.3 W RAWLINS (UPR).
Apr 17, 12:20 PM MDTNON-TSTM WND GST 592 Ne Rawlins, WYASOS STATION KRWL 1 ENE RAWLINS.
Apr 17, 12:36 PM MDTNON-TSTM WND GST 613 Nw Elk Mountain, WYMESONET STATION WY19 2.9 NW ELK MOUNTAIN (WYDOT).
Apr 17, 12:42 PM MDTNON-TSTM WND GST 647 Nw Elk Mountain, WYMESONET STATION WY18 HALLECK RIDGE (WYDOT).
Apr 17, 12:42 PM MDTNON-TSTM WND GST 649 W Rawlins, WYMESONET STATION UP251 9.3 W RAWLINS (UPR).
Apr 17, 12:56 PM MDTNON-TSTM WND GST 581 Ese Sinclair, WYMESONET STATION WY14 1.5 E SINCLAIR (WYDOT).
Apr 17, 12:56 PM MDTNON-TSTM WND GST 581 Sse Bordeaux, WYMESONET STATION KBRX 1.4 S BORDEAUX (WYDOT).
Apr 17, 1:26 PM MDTNON-TSTM WND GST 593 Ese Elk Mountain, WYMESONET STATION WY20 2.5 SE ELK MOUNTAIN (WYDOT).
Apr 17, 1:26 PM MDTNON-TSTM WND GST 637 Nw Elk Mountain, WYMESONET STATION WY18 HALLECK RIDGE (WYDOT).
Apr 17, 1:36 PM MDTNON-TSTM WND GST 651 Sse Bordeaux, WYMESONET STATION KBRX 1.4 S BORDEAUX (WYDOT).
Apr 17, 1:56 PM MDTNON-TSTM WND GST 583 Nw Elk Mountain, WYMESONET STATION WY19 2.9 NW ELK MOUNTAIN (WYDOT).

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 00:00Z, 8.4 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 2022-04-16Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km6 km9 km12 km-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Riverton, WY at 00:00Z on 2022-04-16The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 205 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
3495 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
88 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
205 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
317 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

443 
WWUS75 KCYS 160824
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
224 AM MDT Sat Apr 16 2022

WYZ110-162200-
/O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0031.220417T0600Z-220417T2100Z/
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0029.220417T0600Z-220417T2100Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain
224 AM MDT Sat Apr 16 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 3 PM MDT
SUNDAY...

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

* WHERE...Northern Snowy Range Foothills, including Arlington 
  and Elk Mountain. 

* WHEN...From Midnight late Saturday night to 300 PM MDT Sunday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Occasional light snow late tonight may
  result in slick roads and some blowing and drifting snow at
  times.  

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.

&&

$$

WYZ116-117-162200-
/O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0031.220417T0600Z-220417T2100Z/
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0029.220417T0600Z-220417T2100Z/
South Laramie Range-South Laramie Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Buford, Pumpkin Vine, Vedauwoo, Whitaker,
Federal, and Horse Creek
224 AM MDT Sat Apr 16 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 3 PM MDT
SUNDAY...

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

* WHERE...Interstate 80 Summit and adjacent foothills between
  Laramie and Cheyenne.

* WHEN...From Midnight late Saturday night to 3 PM MDT Sunday.

* 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.

&&

$$

WYZ106-162200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0031.220417T0600Z-220417T2100Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
Including the city of Bordeaux
224 AM MDT Sat Apr 16 2022

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH
SUNDAY AFTERNOON...

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

* WHERE...Central Laramie Range, southwest Platte County 
  including Bordeaux, and the Interstate 80 Summit and adjacent 
  foothills. 

* WHEN...From Midnight late Saturday night to 3 PM MDT Sunday.

* 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 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.

&&

$$

WYZ107-118-162200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0031.220417T0900Z-220417T2100Z/
East Platte County-Central Laramie County-
Including the cities of Wheatland, Guernsey, and Cheyenne
224 AM MDT Sat Apr 16 2022

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH
SUNDAY AFTERNOON...

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

* WHERE...East Platte County and Central Laramie County.

* WHEN...From late Saturday night through Sunday afternoon.

* 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 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.

&&

$$

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8 follow-up statements
704 
WWUS75 KCYS 161955
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
155 PM MDT Sat Apr 16 2022

WYZ118-170900-
/O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0031.220417T0900Z-220417T2100Z/
/O.EXB.KCYS.HW.W.0029.220417T1200Z-220417T2100Z/
Central Laramie County-
Including the city of Cheyenne
155 PM MDT Sat Apr 16 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 3 PM MDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.
 
* WHERE...East Platte County and Central Laramie County.

* WHEN...From late Saturday night through Sunday afternoon. 

* 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.

&&

$$

WYZ110-116-117-170900-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0029.220417T0600Z-220417T2100Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-South Laramie Range-
South Laramie Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Arlington, Elk Mountain, Buford, 
Pumpkin Vine, Vedauwoo, Whitaker, Federal, and Horse Creek
155 PM MDT Sat Apr 16 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
3 PM MDT SUNDAY...

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

* WHERE...Interstate 80 Summit and adjacent foothills between 
  Laramie and Cheyenne. 

* WHEN...From Midnight Saturday night to 3 PM MDT Sunday.

* 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.

&&

$$

WYZ106-170900-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0031.220417T0600Z-220417T2100Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
Including the city of Bordeaux
155 PM MDT Sat Apr 16 2022

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT
THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON...

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

* WHERE...Central Laramie Range, southwest Platte County 
  including Bordeaux, and the Interstate 80 Summit and adjacent 
  foothills. 

* WHEN...From Midnight late Saturday night to 3 PM MDT Sunday.

* 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 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.

&&

$$

WYZ107-170900-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0031.220417T0900Z-220417T2100Z/
East Platte County-
Including the cities of Wheatland and Guernsey
155 PM MDT Sat Apr 16 2022

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH
SUNDAY AFTERNOON...

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

* WHERE...East Platte County and Central Laramie County.

* WHEN...From late Saturday night through Sunday afternoon.

* 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 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.

&&

$$
817 
WWUS75 KCYS 170337
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
937 PM MDT Sat Apr 16 2022

WYZ106-171200-
/O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0031.220417T0600Z-220417T2100Z/
/O.EXB.KCYS.HW.W.0029.220417T0900Z-220417T2100Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
Including the city of Bordeaux
937 PM MDT Sat Apr 16 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 3 PM MDT SUNDAY...

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

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

* WHEN...From 3 AM to 3 PM MDT Sunday.

* 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.

&&

$$

WYZ107-171200-
/O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0031.220417T0900Z-220417T2100Z/
/O.EXB.KCYS.HW.W.0029.220417T0900Z-220417T2100Z/
East Platte County-
Including the cities of Wheatland and Guernsey
937 PM MDT Sat Apr 16 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 3 PM MDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...East Platte County including Wheatland and Guernsey.

* WHEN...From 3 AM to 3 PM MDT Sunday.

* 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.

&&

$$

WYZ116-117-171200-
/O.EXT.KCYS.HW.W.0029.220417T0900Z-220417T2100Z/
South Laramie Range-South Laramie Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Buford, Pumpkin Vine, Vedauwoo, Whitaker,
Federal, and Horse Creek
937 PM MDT Sat Apr 16 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 3 PM MDT SUNDAY...

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

* WHERE...Interstate 80 Summit and adjacent foothills between 
  Laramie and Cheyenne.

* WHEN...From 3 AM to 3 PM MDT Sunday.

* 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.

&&

$$

WYZ110-171200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0029.220417T0600Z-220417T2100Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain
937 PM MDT Sat Apr 16 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM MDT SUNDAY...

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

* WHERE...Interstate 80 including Arlington and Elk Mountain. 

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 3 PM MDT Sunday.

* 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.

&&

$$

WYZ118-171200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0029.220417T1200Z-220417T2100Z/
Central Laramie County-
Including the city of Cheyenne
937 PM MDT Sat Apr 16 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 3 PM MDT
SUNDAY...

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

* WHERE...Central Laramie County including the city of Cheyenne.

* WHEN...From late tonight through Sunday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$
967 
WWUS75 KCYS 170427
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
1027 PM MDT Sat Apr 16 2022

WYZ115-171200-
/O.EXA.KCYS.HW.W.0029.220417T0900Z-220417T2100Z/
Laramie Valley-
Including the cities of Laramie and Bosler
1027 PM MDT Sat Apr 16 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 3 PM MDT SUNDAY...

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

* WHERE...Laramie Valley including Laramie.

* WHEN...From 3 AM to 3 PM MDT Sunday.

* 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.

&&

$$

WYZ110-171200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0029.220417T0600Z-220417T2100Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain
1027 PM MDT Sat Apr 16 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM MDT SUNDAY...

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

* WHERE...Interstate 80 including Arlington and Elk Mountain.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 3 PM MDT Sunday.

* 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.

&&

$$

WYZ116-117-171200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0029.220417T0900Z-220417T2100Z/
South Laramie Range-South Laramie Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Buford, Pumpkin Vine, Vedauwoo, Whitaker,
Federal, and Horse Creek
1027 PM MDT Sat Apr 16 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 3 PM MDT
SUNDAY...

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

* WHERE...Interstate 80 Summit and adjacent foothills between 
  Laramie and Cheyenne.

* WHEN...From 3 AM to 3 PM MDT Sunday.

* 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.

&&

$$

WYZ118-171200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0029.220417T1200Z-220417T2100Z/
Central Laramie County-
Including the city of Cheyenne
1027 PM MDT Sat Apr 16 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 3 PM MDT
SUNDAY...

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

* WHERE...Central Laramie County including the city of Cheyenne.

* WHEN...From late tonight through Sunday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

WYZ106-171200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0029.220417T0900Z-220417T2100Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
Including the city of Bordeaux
1027 PM MDT Sat Apr 16 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 3 PM MDT
SUNDAY...

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

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

* WHEN...From 3 AM to 3 PM MDT Sunday.

* 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.

&&

$$

WYZ107-171200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0029.220417T0900Z-220417T2100Z/
East Platte County-
Including the cities of Wheatland and Guernsey
1027 PM MDT Sat Apr 16 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 3 PM MDT
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...East Platte County including Wheatland and Guernsey.

* WHEN...From 3 AM to 3 PM MDT Sunday.

* 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.

&&

$$
185 
WWUS75 KCYS 170825
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
225 AM MDT Sun Apr 17 2022

WYZ115>117-172100-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0029.220417T0900Z-220417T2100Z/
Laramie Valley-South Laramie Range-South Laramie Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Laramie, Bosler, Buford, Pumpkin Vine, 
Vedauwoo, Whitaker, Federal, and Horse Creek
225 AM MDT Sun Apr 17 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM UNTIL 3 PM MDT 
THIS AFTERNOON...

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

* WHERE...Interstate 80 Summit and adjacent foothills between 
  Laramie and Cheyenne.

* WHEN...From 3 AM to 3 PM MDT Sunday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

WYZ110-172100-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0029.000000T0000Z-220417T2100Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain
225 AM MDT Sun Apr 17 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM MDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

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

* WHERE...Interstate 80 including Arlington and Elk Mountain.

* WHEN...Until 3 PM MDT Sunday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

WYZ118-172100-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0029.220417T1200Z-220417T2100Z/
Central Laramie County-
Including the city of Cheyenne
225 AM MDT Sun Apr 17 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM THIS MORNING TO
3 PM MDT THIS AFTERNOON...

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

* WHERE...Central Laramie County including the city of Cheyenne.

* WHEN...From 6 AM this morning until 3 PM MDT Sunday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

WYZ106-172100-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0029.220417T0900Z-220417T2100Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
Including the city of Bordeaux
225 AM MDT Sun Apr 17 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM UNTIL 3 PM MDT 
THIS AFTERNOON...

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

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

* WHEN...From 3 AM to 3 PM MDT Sunday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

WYZ107-172100-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0029.220417T0900Z-220417T2100Z/
East Platte County-
Including the cities of Wheatland and Guernsey
225 AM MDT Sun Apr 17 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM UNTIL 3 PM MDT 
THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.

* WHERE...East Platte County including Wheatland and Guernsey.

* WHEN...From 3 AM to 3 PM MDT Sunday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$
469 
WWUS75 KCYS 171702
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
1102 AM MDT Sun Apr 17 2022

WYZ115-172100-
/O.CAN.KCYS.HW.W.0029.000000T0000Z-220417T2100Z/
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0030.220417T1800Z-220417T2100Z/
Laramie Valley-
Including the cities of Laramie and Bosler
1102 AM MDT Sun Apr 17 2022

...THE HIGH WIND WARNING HAS BEEN CANCELLED...

Winds have remained below warning levels for the past several
hours with the forecast showing a continued weakening trend.

&&

$$

WYZ106-172100-
/O.CAN.KCYS.HW.W.0029.000000T0000Z-220417T2100Z/
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0030.220417T1800Z-220417T2100Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
Including the city of Bordeaux
1102 AM MDT Sun Apr 17 2022

...THE HIGH WIND WARNING HAS BEEN CANCELLED...

Winds have remained below warning levels for the past several
hours with the forecast showing a continued weakening trend.

&&

$$

WYZ107-172100-
/O.CAN.KCYS.HW.W.0029.000000T0000Z-220417T2100Z/
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0030.220417T1800Z-220417T2100Z/
East Platte County-
Including the cities of Wheatland and Guernsey
1102 AM MDT Sun Apr 17 2022

...THE HIGH WIND WARNING HAS BEEN CANCELLED...

Winds have remained below warning levels for the past several
hours with the forecast showing a continued weakening trend.

&&

$$

WYZ110-116>118-172100-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0029.000000T0000Z-220417T2100Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-South Laramie Range-
South Laramie Range Foothills-Central Laramie County-
Including the cities of Arlington, Elk Mountain, Buford, 
Pumpkin Vine, Vedauwoo, Whitaker, Federal, Horse Creek, 
and Cheyenne
1102 AM MDT Sun Apr 17 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM MDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

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

* WHERE...Interstate 80 Summit and adjacent foothills between 
  Laramie and Cheyenne. 

* WHEN...From 3 AM to 3 PM MDT Sunday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$
464 
WWUS75 KCYS 171705
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
1105 AM MDT Sun Apr 17 2022

WYZ106-107-115-171815-
/O.CAN.KCYS.HW.W.0030.220417T1800Z-220417T2100Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
East Platte County-Laramie Valley-
Including the cities of Bordeaux, Wheatland, Guernsey, Laramie, 
and Bosler
1105 AM MDT Sun Apr 17 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

Winds have remained below warning levels for the past several
hours with the forecast showing a continued weakening trend.

$$

WYZ110-116>118-172100-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0029.000000T0000Z-220417T2100Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-South Laramie Range-
South Laramie Range Foothills-Central Laramie County-
Including the cities of Arlington, Elk Mountain, Buford, 
Pumpkin Vine, Vedauwoo, Whitaker, Federal, Horse Creek, 
and Cheyenne
1105 AM MDT Sun Apr 17 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM MDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

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

* WHERE...Interstate 80 Summit and adjacent foothills between 
  Laramie and Cheyenne. 

* WHEN...From 3 AM to 3 PM MDT Sunday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$
568 
WWUS75 KCYS 172029
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
229 PM MDT Sun Apr 17 2022

WYZ116>118-172130-
/O.CAN.KCYS.HW.W.0029.000000T0000Z-220417T2100Z/
South Laramie Range-South Laramie Range Foothills-
Central Laramie County-
Including the cities of Buford, Pumpkin Vine, Vedauwoo, Whitaker,
Federal, Horse Creek, and Cheyenne
229 PM MDT Sun Apr 17 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

Winds have remained below warning levels for the past several 
hours, with the forecast showing a continued weakening trend.
Winds will periodically gust up to 45 mph.

$$

WYZ110-180000-
/O.EXT.KCYS.HW.W.0029.000000T0000Z-220418T0000Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain
229 PM MDT Sun Apr 17 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 30 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...North Snowy Range Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM MDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. 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.

&&

$$
070 
WWUS75 KCYS 180000
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
600 PM MDT Sun Apr 17 2022

WYZ110-180100-
/O.EXP.KCYS.HW.W.0029.000000T0000Z-220418T0000Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain
600 PM MDT Sun Apr 17 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 6 PM MDT THIS EVENING...

Occasional wind gusts of 50 to 55 MPH will remain possible into
the early evening hours.

$$

CLH

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this high wind warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Cheyenne, WY wrote its last area forecast discussion before this high wind warning went out at Apr 15, 11:43 PM MDT, 2 hours 41 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Apr 15, 11:43 PM MDT, 2 hours 41 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
1143 PM MDT Fri Apr 15 2022

.UPDATE...
impact areas along and near the WY/CO border this evening. This
band has been undulating north and south over the past several
hours bringing some light snow with accumulation on the grassy
surfaces and turning most roadways wet. WYDOT cameras in these
areas confirm the ongoing snow and wet roadways. Decided to
increase precipitation chances this evening and expand them
further east, following I-80.

Additionally, we will be watching for the slight chance for some
patchy fog that may develop this evening. With the area
precipitation moistening up the boundary layer and with winds
holding an east to east-northwest direction, upslope low stratus
has developed and has been expanding in coverage per the night fog
satellite image over the past hour. Current the ASOS at the
Cheyenne airport is reporting a 400 foot cloud deck. We will
continue to monitor trends through the evening and may have to add
fog to forecast.

&&

.SHORT TERM...(This evening through Sunday)
Issued at 245 PM MDT Fri Apr 15 2022

KCYS radar shows similar conditions compared to the past two days.
Scattered showers across the CWA with some brief reduced
visibilities in falling snow, primarily west of the Laramie Range
and the northern part of the CWA. Temperatures east of the Laramie
Range in extreme southeast Wyoming and the southern Nebraska
panhandle are fairly warm, so rain showers are expected. Maybe even
a rumble of thunder or two is possible as RAP surface-based CAPE
shows some isolated areas with over 1000 J/kg. Hi-Res models show
shower activity diminishing this evening.

Widespread highs in the 50s are expected Saturday as the CWA
receives some much welcome WAA from southwesterly flow aloft. Yet
another round of precipitation is expected Saturday afternoon and
night as a fast moving shortwave clips the region Saturday night.
The mountains will develop snow showers while the lower elevations
will likely see rain showers due to the warmer temperatures. Can't
rule out some rumbles of thunder with these showers as elevated CAPE
will likely exist. By early Sunday morning, conditions will start to
dry out. The Snowy and Sierra Madre Ranges will have picked up a few
inches of snow, while the lower elevations will pick up little to no
accumulation.

The main story late Saturday night into Sunday afternoon will
actually be the threat of high winds. Saturday night's shortwave
will strengthen low-level pressure gradients across the CWA. Models
show impressive mountain wave signatures with very strong
downward omegas over the Laramie Range. Midnight shift issued High
Wind Watches for the wind prone areas of the CWA (ARL, BRX, south
Laramie Range). Felt confident enough to expand these watches
into the eastern plains, including central Laramie County and east
Platte County as breaking mountain waves could easily send 60 kt
750 mb flow down to the surface. Strongest wind potential looks to
be Sunday morning, with winds gradually easing during the
afternoon.

.LONG TERM...(Sunday night through Friday)
Issued at 245 PM MDT Fri Apr 15 2022

Upper ridging for Sunday night into Monday builds back into the
area. Ridge axis passes across the CWA Monday afternoon with winds
shifting back to the west. Very warm 700mb temperatures by Tuesday
morning...climbing to +7C from -2 to -3C Monday morning.

As expected...700mb winds begin to pick up Tuesday with ridge axis
to the east. Did up winds in the wind prone areas for Tuesday as
GFS 700mb winds up near 45-50kts. Could be seeing another high
wind event for the wind prone areas Tuesday afternoon and evening.

Strong shortwave passes north of Wyoming Wednesday that could
prolong the high winds over southeast Wyoming through Wednesday.

Need to be on the lookout for the end of next week as the GFS
showing strong low pressure tracking across northern Colorado.
Would put us in a good area for heavy snow should the track pan
out.

&&

.AVIATION...(For the 06Z TAFS through 06Z Saturday night)
Issued at 1136 PM MDT Fri Apr 15 2022

VFR conditions currently across area terminals with the exception
being KCYS. Snow showers continue around KCYS with visibility
bouncing between 1-3 SM. Latest hi-res guidance continues to
suggest snowfall will let up over the next hour or two, however
models have not had a good handle on these showers all evening.
Latest radar trends have slid the heavier snow just north of KCYS,
but has not let up and may still slide back south. Will continue
to monitor latest trends headed into early Saturday morning and
update TAFs as needed. Elsewhere, gusty winds are expected late
Saturday morning with increasing cloud cover through the
afternoon. SE WY terminals may see scattered rain/snow showers
early in the evening that could led to temporary reductions to
visibility.

&&

.FIRE WEATHER...
Issued at 315 AM MDT Fri Apr 15 2022

Minimal fire weather concerns today and Saturday with a chance
for rain and snow showers along with coolish temperatures. Some
isolated thunder may accompany these showers across southeast
Wyoming each afternoon. Fire weather concerns increase late this
weekend and into next week with warmer temperatures, lower
relative humidity values, and gusty winds nearly every afternoon
through Wednesday of next week.

&&

.CYS WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
WY...High Wind Watch from late Saturday night through Sunday
     afternoon for WYZ106-110-116-117.

     High Wind Watch from late Saturday night through Sunday
     afternoon for WYZ107-118.

NE...None.
&&

UPDATE...AW
SHORT TERM...SF
LONG TERM...GCC
AVIATION...MB
FIRE WEATHER...TJT
Hazardous weather outlook, Apr 15, 2:19 PM MDT, 12 hours 5 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
219 PM MDT Fri Apr 15 2022

WYZ101>105-108-109-111-113-115-119-162030-
Converse County Lower Elevations-Niobrara County-
North Laramie Range-Ferris/Seminoe/Shirley Mountains-
Shirley Basin-Goshen County-Central Carbon County-
Southwest Carbon County-Upper North Platte River Basin-
Laramie Valley-East Laramie County-
219 PM MDT Fri Apr 15 2022

This hazardous weather outlook is for portions of east central
Wyoming...south central Wyoming and southeast Wyoming.

.DAY ONE...THIS AFTERNOON AND TONIGHT

Scattered showers possible during the afternoon and evening hours.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...SATURDAY THROUGH THURSDAY

Another round of rain and snow showers is expected Saturday
afternoon and night. Some thunder is possible. Strong and gusty
winds are likely Saturday night and during the day Sunday.

.Spotter information statement...

Spotter activation will not be needed.

NEZ002-003-019>021-054-055-095-096-162030-
Dawes County-Box Butte County-Scotts Bluff County-Banner County-
Morrill County-Kimball County-Cheyenne County-
Northern Sioux County-Southern Sioux County-
219 PM MDT Fri Apr 15 2022

This hazardous weather outlook is for portions of panhandle
Nebraska.

.DAY ONE...THIS AFTERNOON AND TONIGHT

Scattered showers possible this afternoon and evening.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...SATURDAY THROUGH THURSDAY

Another round of rain showers is expected Saturday night. Some
thunder is possible. Strong and gusty winds are likely during the
day Sunday.

.Spotter information statement...

Spotter activation will not be needed.

WYZ106-107-110-116>118-162030-
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
East Platte County-North Snowy Range Foothills-
South Laramie Range-South Laramie Range Foothills-
Central Laramie County-
219 PM MDT Fri Apr 15 2022

This hazardous weather outlook is for portions of south central
Wyoming and southeast Wyoming.

.DAY ONE...THIS AFTERNOON AND TONIGHT

Scattered showers possible during the afternoon and evening hours.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...SATURDAY THROUGH THURSDAY

Another round of rain and snow showers is expected Saturday
afternoon and night. Some thunder is possible. A High Wind Watch
is in effect from late Saturday night through Sunday afternoon for
the Wind Prone areas of southeast Wyoming, which includes the
Interstate 80 Summit, Arlington/Elk Mountain, and Bordeaux along
Interstate 25, as well as the adjacent plains. West to southwest
winds will increase quickly Saturday night and become strong by
early Sunday morning. Please refer to the High Wind Watches for
more details.

.Spotter information statement...

Spotter activation will not be needed.

WYZ112-114-162030-
Sierra Madre Range-Snowy Range-
219 PM MDT Fri Apr 15 2022

This hazardous weather outlook is for portions of south central
Wyoming.

.DAY ONE...THIS AFTERNOON AND TONIGHT

Snow showers expected this afternoon and evening.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...SATURDAY THROUGH THURSDAY

Another round of snow will impact the mountains Saturday afternoon
and night. 4 to 6 inches of snow is expected. Snow showers will
continue through the day Sunday.

.Spotter information statement...

Spotter activation will not be needed.

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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.