Cheyenne, WY – Strong winds and thunderstorms are expected to sweep through Wyoming beginning Tuesday afternoon, prompting a High Wind Warning through Wednesday. Winds could reach up to 70 mph in some areas, especially affecting light-weight and high-profile vehicles along I-25 and I-80 corridors.
According to the National Weather Service, these hazardous conditions will persist until noon on Wednesday, with the strongest gusts hitting late Tuesday into the early morning. Those in Cheyenne and surrounding areas should avoid unnecessary travel during these times, especially on open roads, where wind gusts may cause dangerous driving conditions.
Alongside the wind warnings, Wyoming residents should be aware that tonight brings a partial lunar eclipse, starting at 8:41 PM EST and concluding early Wednesday at 12:47 AM EST. However, due to cloud cover and ongoing thunderstorms, visibility of this celestial event may be limited across the region.
