High Wind in Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County, Wyoming

Persistent three day wind event reported at the Bordeaux WYDOT sensor along Interstate 80. Peak wind gust of 79 MPH was reported at 836 AM on March 8th. This resulting in a long duration shutdown of Interstate 25 for high profile vehicles.

Another long duration strong wind event hit southeast Wyoming and spanned nearly 3 days. Although the strong winds were more confined to the Interstate 80 and Interstate 25 corridors this time around, very strong winds up to 79 MPH were reported.