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High Wind Warning 9, NWS Cheyenne, WY

January 20, 20224 counties in Wyoming

NWS Cheyenne, WY issued this high wind warning at Jan 20, 2022, 1:45 AM MST for 4 counties in Wyoming. It took effect at Jan 20, 2022, 1:00 PM MST. It was in force for 16 hr. 10 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
Jan 20, 2022, 1:45 AM MST (08:45 UTC)
In effect from
Jan 20, 2022, 1:00 PM MST
Expired
Jan 21, 2022, 5:00 AM MST
In force
16 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 08:47 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
Jan 20, 8:56 PM MSTHIGH SUST WINDS 417 Nw Elk Mountain, WYWYDOT SENSOR AT HALLECK RIDGE. GUSTS OF 49 TO 53 MPH.
Jan 20, 11:32 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 601 Sse Bordeaux, WYBORDEAUX WYDOT SITE. SUSTAINED WINDS 40 MPH.
Jan 21, 12:06 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 581 Nnw Arlington, WYARLINGTON WYDOT SITE. SUSTAINED WINDS 47 MPH.
Jan 21, 12:20 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 621 Nnw Arlington, WYARLINGTON WYDOT SITE. SUSTAINED WINDS 51 MPH.
Jan 21, 12:26 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 583 Ese Elk Mountain, WYCOUNTY ROAD 402 WYDOT SITE. SUSTAINED WINDS 40 MPH.
Jan 21, 1:24 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 621 Nnw Arlington, WYARLINGTON WYDOT SITE. SUSTAINED WINDS 44 MPH.
Jan 21, 2:22 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 631 Nnw Arlington, WYARLINGTON WYDOT SITE. SUSTAINED WINDS 51 MPH.
Jan 21, 2:42 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 651 Nnw Arlington, WYARLINGTON WYDOT SITE. SUSTAINED WINDS 52 MPH.
Jan 21, 2:52 AM MSTHIGH SUST WINDS 445 Nw Arlington, WYWYDOT SITE AT WAGONHOUND. SUSTAINED WINDS OVER 40 MPH FOR PAST HOUR. PEAK GUST 57 MPH.
Jan 21, 3:46 AM MSTHIGH SUST WINDS 445 Nw Arlington, WYWAGONHOUND WYDOT SITE. SUSTAINED WINDS OVER 40 MPH FOR PAST HOUR. PEAK GUST 56 MPH.

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, 8.8 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 2022-01-20Temperature 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°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Riverton, WY at 00:00Z on 2022-01-20The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity -38 square meters per square second.19395878Sfc1 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
1033 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
48 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
-38 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
98 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

Open this sounding in Storm Lab

The text

As transmitted.

046 
WWUS75 KCYS 200845
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
145 AM MST Thu Jan 20 2022

WYZ110-201645-
/O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0005.220120T2000Z-220121T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0009.220120T2000Z-220121T1200Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain
145 AM MST Thu Jan 20 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 5 AM
MST FRIDAY...

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

* WHERE...North Snowy Range Foothills.

* WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 5 AM MST Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$

WYZ106-201645-
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0009.220121T0200Z-220121T1200Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
Including the city of Bordeaux
145 AM MST Thu Jan 20 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 5 AM MST
FRIDAY...

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

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

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 5 AM MST Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$

WYZ115-201600-
/O.CON.KCYS.FG.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-220120T1600Z/
Laramie Valley-
Including the cities of Laramie and Bosler
145 AM MST Thu Jan 20 2022

...DENSE FOG ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM MST THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog.

* WHERE...Laramie Valley.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM MST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to low visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of
distance ahead of you.

&&

$$
4 follow-up statements
980 
WWUS75 KCYS 201203
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
503 AM MST Thu Jan 20 2022

WYZ110-210000-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0009.220120T2000Z-220121T1200Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain
503 AM MST Thu Jan 20 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 5 AM MST FRIDAY...

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

* WHERE...North Snowy Range Foothills.

* WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 5 AM MST Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$

WYZ106-210000-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0009.220121T0200Z-220121T1200Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
Including the city of Bordeaux
503 AM MST Thu Jan 20 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO
5 AM MST FRIDAY...

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

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

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 5 AM MST Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$

WYZ115-201600-
/O.CON.KCYS.FG.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-220120T1600Z/
Laramie Valley-
Including the cities of Laramie and Bosler
503 AM MST Thu Jan 20 2022

...DENSE FOG ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM MST THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog.

* WHERE...Laramie Valley.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM MST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to low visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of
distance ahead of you.

&&

$$
543 
WWUS75 KCYS 201610
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
910 AM MST Thu Jan 20 2022

WYZ115-201715-
/O.EXP.KCYS.FG.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-220120T1600Z/
Laramie Valley-
Including the cities of Laramie and Bosler
910 AM MST Thu Jan 20 2022

...DENSE FOG ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...

Fog is gradually lifting across the Laramie Valley this morning.
Thus, the Dense Fog Advisory has been allowed to expire on time.

$$

WYZ110-210015-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0009.220120T2000Z-220121T1200Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain
910 AM MST Thu Jan 20 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 5 AM MST FRIDAY...

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

* WHERE...North Snowy Range Foothills.

* WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 5 AM MST Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$

WYZ106-210015-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0009.220121T0200Z-220121T1200Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
Including the city of Bordeaux
910 AM MST Thu Jan 20 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO
5 AM MST FRIDAY...

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

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

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 5 AM MST Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$
664 
WWUS75 KCYS 202101
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
201 PM MST Thu Jan 20 2022

WYZ110-210515-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0009.000000T0000Z-220121T1200Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain
201 PM MST Thu Jan 20 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected.
  Snow accumulations of 1 to 4 inches possible.

* WHERE...North Snowy Range Foothills.

* WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 5 AM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including
  campers and tractor trailers. Falling and blowing snow after
  11PM will lead to likely reductions in visibility.

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.

&&

$$

WYZ106-210515-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0009.220121T0200Z-220121T1200Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
Including the city of Bordeaux
201 PM MST Thu Jan 20 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO
5 AM MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected.
  Snow accumulations of a trace to 2 inches possible. 

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

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 5 AM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
  hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including
  campers and tractor trailers. Reductions in visibility due to
  falling and blowing snow are possible after 2AM.

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.

&&

$$
223 
WWUS75 KCYS 211134
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
434 AM MST Fri Jan 21 2022

WYZ110-211245-
/O.EXP.KCYS.HW.W.0009.000000T0000Z-220121T1200Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain
434 AM MST Fri Jan 21 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 5 AM MST EARLY THIS MORNING...

Winds are easing early this morning and are no longer expected to
reach warning levels. Therefore...the High Wind Warning will be
allowed to expire on time at 5 AM.

$$

WYZ106-211245-
/O.EXP.KCYS.HW.W.0009.000000T0000Z-220121T1200Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
Including the city of Bordeaux
434 AM MST Fri Jan 21 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 5 AM MST EARLY THIS MORNING...

Winds are easing early this morning and are no longer expected to
reach warning levels. Therefore...the High Wind Warning will be
allowed to expire on time at 5 AM.

$$

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Jan 20, 12:34 AM MSTDense Fog AdvisoryCYSAlbany8 hr

Nearby

High Wind Warnings in Wyoming, 2022Every high wind warning in 2022

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.