Wyoming High Wind Warning: Gusts Up to 65 MPH Impacting I-80 Through Friday

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Cheyenne, WY – Strong winds are expected to impact southeastern Wyoming through Friday, prompting the National Weather Service (NWS) in Cheyenne to issue High Wind Warnings for Arlington, Bordeaux, and the I-80 Summit. Wind gusts could reach up to 65 mph, creating hazardous travel conditions, especially for lightweight and high-profile vehicles.

According to the NWS, the warning affects different areas at varying times. Arlington and the I-80 Summit will experience strong winds until 7 p.m. Friday, while Bordeaux’s warning will expire at 7 p.m. Thursday. Sustained winds between 25 and 35 mph, with occasional gusts up to 65 mph, are expected throughout the affected areas.

Drivers traveling along I-80 and surrounding highways should exercise caution, particularly those in trucks, campers, or trailers. Officials recommend checking road conditions through 511 services or visiting wyoroad.info for updates.

This wind event is part of a broader pattern affecting southeast Wyoming, where high winds are common in elevated regions. Travelers should remain alert to changing conditions and delay trips if necessary.