Cheyenne, WY – Drivers across southeast Wyoming are facing dangerous travel conditions today as high winds combine with fresh snowfall, creating blowing and drifting snow along Interstate 80.
According to the National Weather Service in Cheyenne, High Wind Warnings remain in effect for the Arlington area and the South Laramie Range through this evening, while a High Wind Watch continues for the South Laramie Range foothills. Winds impacting snowpack from earlier this week have significantly reduced visibility and covered roadways in several locations.
Weather officials report visibility has dropped to between one mile and near zero at times between mile markers 266 and 289 on I-80, including stretches near Arlington, Elk Mountain, and Summit. Similar visibility reductions below one-half mile are expected to persist throughout the day due to ongoing drifting snow.
Live traffic cameras show snow-covered lanes and near-whiteout conditions, particularly east of Rawlins and west of Laramie. The Wyoming Department of Transportation warns that road conditions may deteriorate rapidly with little notice.
Motorists are strongly urged to delay travel if possible. Those who must drive should use extreme caution and carry a winter emergency kit, including blankets, food, water, and a fully charged phone. Sudden road closures are possible if conditions worsen.
High winds are expected to gradually ease later tonight, but hazardous travel may continue into early morning hours depending on drifting and cleanup efforts.
Travelers can monitor real-time conditions at wyoroad.info and follow updates from the National Weather Service Cheyenne.
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