High Wind Warning Issued for Northeast Colorado and Northern I-25 Corridor

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Denver CO has issued a High Wind Warning (Alert Code: HWW) for portions of Northeast Colorado. The alert was issued on February 16 and is set to take effect on Tuesday morning.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the following regions:

• Larimer County: Areas below 6000 feet.
• Weld County: Northwest, Central, and Southern portions.
• Sedgwick County
• Phillips County
• I-25 Corridor: Specifically the northern portion of the corridor.

What You Should Do

Residents in the affected areas are urged to take the following precautions:

• Secure all loose outdoor objects that could be blown around or damaged by high winds.
• Avoid outdoor burning or any activities that may cause sparks, as the strong winds will likely lead to the rapid growth of any new fires.
• Drivers of high-profile vehicles should use extra caution, as travel will be difficult.
• Prepare for potential power outages by ensuring devices are charged.

Expected Conditions

• Wind Speed: Sustained west winds of 30 to 40 mph.
• Wind Gusts: Peak gusts of up to 65 mph are possible.
• Hazards: Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. Any fire that starts will likely spread rapidly due to wind conditions.

Timeline

The High Wind Warning is effective from 9:00 AM MST to 5:00 PM MST on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.