High Wind Warning Issued for Sweetwater and South Lincoln Counties, Wyoming
The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for Southwest Wyoming, with gusts up to 65 mph expected to impact travel on Wednesday.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service (NWS) office in Riverton, WY, has issued a High Wind Warning for portions of Southwest Wyoming. The alert was issued on the morning of February 24 and is classified as a severe meteorological event.
Affected Areas
The warning impacts the following geographic regions:
- East Sweetwater County
- Rock Springs and Green River
- Flaming Gorge
- South Lincoln County
What You Should Do
Residents and commuters are advised to use caution if they must drive during the warning period. Travel could be difficult, particularly for high-profile vehicles susceptible to strong crosswinds.
Expected Conditions
In Sweetwater County, sustained west winds of 30 to 35 mph are forecast, with gusts reaching up to 65 mph. In southern Lincoln County, west winds of 25 to 30 mph are expected, with gusts up to 60 mph possible. According to the NWS, the strongest winds are likely to occur in the area spanning from Green River and Rock Springs to Point of Rocks, which includes the Interstate 80 corridor.
Timeline
The High Wind Warning is effective from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM MST on Wednesday, February 25.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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