High Wind Warning Issued for Cody Foothills; Gusts Up to 80 MPH Expected

Weather Alerts high NOAA · · Cody Foothills, Wyoming

The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for the Cody Foothills, effective Thursday, with wind gusts potentially reaching 80 mph near Clark.

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Riverton, WY, has issued a High Wind Warning for the Cody Foothills. The alert (VTEC code /O.NEW.KRIW.HW.W.0008.260312T0900Z-260313T0300Z/) was issued on March 11 at 3:01 AM MDT and indicates that severe wind conditions are likely and expected.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers the Cody Foothills region in Wyoming. Impacted areas include major travel corridors such as Highway 28 and locations near Clark.

What You Should Do

Residents are advised to secure loose outdoor objects to prevent damage or injury. If travel is necessary, use extreme caution, especially when operating high-profile vehicles. Drivers on Highway 28 should be prepared for difficult travel conditions due to the intensity of the winds.

Expected Conditions

West winds between 30 and 50 mph are expected across the region. Frequent gusts are anticipated to reach up to 70 mph. The National Weather Service notes that isolated gusts of up to 80 mph are possible in the vicinity of Clark.

Timeline

The High Wind Warning is scheduled to go into effect at 3:00 AM MDT on Thursday, March 12, 2026. The warning is currently set to expire at 9:00 PM MDT on Thursday evening.

Source: NOAA Official Notice

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What is this weather alerts alert about?
The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for the Cody Foothills, effective Thursday, with wind gusts potentially reaching 80 mph near Clark.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NOAA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
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This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Cody Foothills, Wyoming. Check with NOAA for the most current geographic scope.
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