Weather

Drones, supercomputers and sonar deployed against floods

By ADRIAN SAINZ and JEFF MARTIN Associated Press MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — An arsenal of new technology is being put to the test fighting floods this year as rivers inundate... Read more »

04/19/19 4:51 AM

As spring weather arrives, school district posts dress code reminder

04/16/19 1:03 PM

Tate ‘Islands of Evolution’ Thursday talk postponed, third delay for lecture series this spring

04/11/19 3:22 PM

Winter Storm Warning in effect for Casper, predicts 4 to 8 inches of snow

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Casper and Natrona County, effective from 6:00 am Wednesday Morning to the early morning hours Thursday. A Winter Storm... Read more »

04/09/19 11:26 AM

Spring storm approaching Casper brings difficult travel, possible flooding elsewhere

The National Weather Service in Riverton is warning of difficult and dangerous travel conditions in much of Wyoming as a strong spring storm rolls through. The NWS has issued a... Read more »

04/09/19 5:59 AM

More snow predicted for Casper area this week

Don’t put away that winter clothing just yet. The National Weather Service in Riverton has issued a winter storm watch for Natrona County. Up to 10 inches of snow is... Read more »

04/08/19 5:37 AM

Snowpack at 105% of median in Wyoming

CASPER, Wyo. (AP) — Wyoming’s snowpack heading into the spring thaw is 105% of median with the highest snowpack readings in the southeast part of the state. According to the... Read more »

04/01/19 4:14 PM

Spring snowstorm hits Wyoming on Friday

CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — Heavy snow is falling in central and southwest Wyoming where winter storm warnings have been posted. The National Weather Service reports that up to 7 inches... Read more »

03/29/19 1:28 PM

City of Casper reminds of Spring plowing policy

City of Casper officials are reminding residents of the City’s spring snow removal policy. According to Streets Manager Shad Rodgers, “snow that falls after March 15th and accumulates less than... Read more »

03/29/19 11:49 AM

Fog, rain and snow with gusty winds predicted today.

A winter weather advisory is in effect today from the National Weather Service in Riverton. The NWS is calling for up to 7 inches of snow this afternoon through early... Read more »

03/29/19 6:05 AM

Hogadon Winter Carnival postponed

The City of Casper’s Hogadon Basin Ski Area has announced that they will be postponing the Winter Carnival. The new date for the event is scheduled for Saturday, April 6th from... Read more »

03/28/19 11:02 AM

NWS issues ‘Winter Storm Watch’ for Thursday night through Friday night

The National Weather Service issued a ‘Winter Storm Watch’ on Thursday, March 28. “Snow returns to the area today into Friday,” a NWS report says. “A cold front will pass... Read more »

03/28/19 8:59 AM

More snow predicted for Casper later this week

Enjoy the mild, sunny weather for the next couple of days, because a winter blast is on the way. The National Weather Service in Riverton has issued a hazardous weather... Read more »

03/27/19 9:58 AM

Weather outlook: mostly sunny, breezy Tuesday

The National Weather Service is forecasting mostly sunny weather Tuesday, March 26, with a high of 61 degrees. The NWS says today should be breezy with 15 to 22 mph... Read more »

03/26/19 6:05 AM

Casper weekend weather outlook—sunny with highs in the low 40s

The National Weather Service forecasts breezy and sunny conditions, then patchy blowing snow between 1 and 3 p.m. on Friday with a high of 35 for Casper. Friday night’s forecast... Read more »

03/15/19 10:23 AM

NWS says low-lying areas may see flooding as snow melts

The National Weather Service issued a hydrologic outlook at 9:14 a.m. Friday, March 15. The NWS said that snowmelt in low elevation areas is expected to increase from Tuesday, March... Read more »

03/15/19 9:39 AM

I-25 between Casper and Cheyenne now open

THIS STORY UPDATED FROM A PREVIOUS DRAFT. All of Interstate-25 reopened the afternoon of Thursday, March 14, according to WYDOT’s road conditions map. Conditions vary from “dry” to “wet, slick... Read more »

03/14/19 4:59 PM

Casper Airport update: some flights experience delays or cancellations Thursday

A United Airlines flight from Denver and scheduled to arrive in Casper at 2:38 p.m. Thursday was delayed, according to Casper/Natrona County International Airport flight information. United Airlines flight 4596... Read more »

03/14/19 3:11 PM

NWS says community precipitation measuring network seeking volunteers during 2019 ‘March Madness’

The National Weather Service says that the Community Collaborative Rain, Hail and Snow Network (CoCoRaHS) is seeking volunteers throughout the month of March to help measure precipitation. The CoCoRaHS “March... Read more »

03/14/19 1:50 PM

Road update: I-25 still closed between Casper and Cheyenne

Update: On Thursday afternoon WDOT said I-25 would reopen around 4 p.m. and WY 220 at 4:30 p.m. Interstate 25 was still closed as of 1:20 p.m. Thursday, March 14... Read more »

03/14/19 1:26 PM

Watch the OC SnowCam time-lapse of Wednesday’s storm

On March 13, 2019, the Casper area saw more than 13.6 inches of snow fall, according to the National Weather service. The first few hours of the storm saw rapid... Read more »

03/14/19 9:11 AM

NWS says Wednesday was second snowiest day in March in Casper’s history

The National Weather Service released preliminary snowfall totals from the snowstorm that begin in Casper on Wednesday, March 13. “A record breaking winter storm hit eastern and southern Wyoming Wednesday,”... Read more »

03/14/19 8:44 AM

University of Wyoming cancels Thursday classes

The National Weather Service blizzard warning remains in effect in the Laramie area until 6 p.m. MDT Thursday. This storm system is expected to continue to bring extremely dangerous blizzard... Read more »

03/13/19 9:50 PM

Casper road conditions and closures—I-25 remains closed

Interstate-25 remains closed throughout Wyoming as of 8:41 p.m. Wednesday, March 13, according to WYDOT. WYDOT says the estimated opening time is unknown. US Highway 20 and 26 between Casper... Read more »

03/13/19 9:06 PM

City says snow plows will work through the night

The City of Casper said in a Wednesday, March 13 press release that snow plows will work through the night to keep major streets open. Streets Manager Shad Rogers said... Read more »

03/13/19 7:33 PM

NWS: Snow expected to taper off by morning

Snow, heavy at times, and north winds gusting 30 to 50 mph will continue to impact Natrona and Johnson counties into Wednesday evening. This, according to a hazardous weather forecast... Read more »

03/13/19 4:02 PM

Oil City’s SnowCam now live streaming

To celebrate the biggest snowstorm of 2019, Oil City News is proud to introduce our NEW, live streaming SnowCam. With forecasters calling for snow totals of up to 10 inches... Read more »

03/13/19 1:12 PM

Photo Gallery: Snowstorm slams Casper and Natrona County

A strong winter storm brought heavy snowfall and gusty winds to much of Wyoming on Wednesday. The storm started overnight and intensified through the day, causing schools, businesses and most... Read more »

03/13/19 11:35 AM

Wyo Rescue Mission: Refuge available during inclement weather

With the snow storm and weather warnings, Wyoming Rescue Mission is reminding those in need that they are a “place of refuge” for individuals to get out of the cold... Read more »

03/13/19 11:28 AM

City offices closed today, snow plows ready to support emergency services

The City of Casper said that nonessential City offices are closed Wednesday, March 13. The City said that snow plows are on the streets focused on keeping major streets open.... Read more »

03/13/19 9:52 AM

NCHS Drama will honor ‘Oklahoma!’ tickets if performance is cancelled Thursday

The Natrona County High School Drama Department posted a weather disclaimer Wednesday, March 13 on their Facebook page. NCHS drama students’ opening night staging of “Oklahoma!” is scheduled for 7... Read more »

03/13/19 9:18 AM

Casper Police Department: ‘Snow Day’ declared

The Casper Police Department says that they are currently experiencing a high volume of traffic accidents, with Wednesday’s blizzard. As part of the declaration of a “Snow Day” Casper Police... Read more »

03/13/19 8:52 AM

Natrona County Schools are closed today

The Natrona County School District says schools will be closed today. The NCSD reversed a decision earlier in the morning to keep schools open. From a NCSD email: Student and... Read more »

03/13/19 6:15 AM

NWS: ‘Dangerous’ winter storm in the making

The National Weather Service in Riverton sent out an alert by email early this morning on the winter storm that is moving its way across the west. Click here for... Read more »

03/13/19 5:07 AM

Casper College cancels Wyoming Supreme Court event ahead of expected storm

Casper College issued a press release announcing that their “On the Road” Wyoming Supreme Court event has been cancelled ahead of an expected winter storm. The event was scheduled for... Read more »

03/12/19 11:54 AM

School district monitoring weather, prioritizing safety

The Natrona County School District sent out a release on Tuesday, March 12 explaining its school closure policy ahead of expected bad weather. The National Weather service issued a Winter... Read more »

03/12/19 11:26 AM

Winter Storm Warning issued for Casper area- 24 inches possible on Casper Mountain

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Casper and surrounding areas. The NWS says If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in... Read more »

03/12/19 10:21 AM

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Weather

Drones, supercomputers and sonar deployed against floods

As spring weather arrives, school district posts dress code reminder

Tate ‘Islands of Evolution’ Thursday talk postponed, third delay for lecture series this spring

Hazardous travel conditions, but few road closures this morning in Wyoming

Winter storm warning in effect in Casper today

NWS warns of snow, high winds for Casper area (VIDEO)

Winter Storm Warning in effect for Casper, predicts 4 to 8 inches of snow

Spring storm approaching Casper brings difficult travel, possible flooding elsewhere

More snow predicted for Casper area this week

Snowpack at 105% of median in Wyoming

Spring snowstorm hits Wyoming on Friday

City of Casper reminds of Spring plowing policy

Fog, rain and snow with gusty winds predicted today.

Hogadon Winter Carnival postponed

NWS issues ‘Winter Storm Watch’ for Thursday night through Friday night

More snow predicted for Casper later this week

Weather outlook: mostly sunny, breezy Tuesday

Casper weekend weather outlook—sunny with highs in the low 40s

NWS says low-lying areas may see flooding as snow melts

I-25 between Casper and Cheyenne now open

Casper Airport update: some flights experience delays or cancellations Thursday

NWS says community precipitation measuring network seeking volunteers during 2019 ‘March Madness’

Road update: I-25 still closed between Casper and Cheyenne

Watch the OC SnowCam time-lapse of Wednesday’s storm

NWS says Wednesday was second snowiest day in March in Casper’s history

University of Wyoming cancels Thursday classes

Casper road conditions and closures—I-25 remains closed

City says snow plows will work through the night

NWS: Snow expected to taper off by morning

Oil City’s SnowCam now live streaming

Photo Gallery: Snowstorm slams Casper and Natrona County

Wyo Rescue Mission: Refuge available during inclement weather

City offices closed today, snow plows ready to support emergency services

NCHS Drama will honor ‘Oklahoma!’ tickets if performance is cancelled Thursday

Casper Police Department: ‘Snow Day’ declared

Natrona County Schools are closed today

NWS: ‘Dangerous’ winter storm in the making

Casper College cancels Wyoming Supreme Court event ahead of expected storm

School district monitoring weather, prioritizing safety

Winter Storm Warning issued for Casper area- 24 inches possible on Casper Mountain

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