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Wind chill values near zero for Casper Saturday; chance of light snow forecast

CASPER, Wyo — Wind-chill values near zero and a 20% chance of light snow are in the forecast for Natrona County Saturday, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in... Read more »

01/08/21 8:39 PM

Snow squall warning in effect in SE Wyoming; I-80 closures expand

CASPER, Wyo. — A snow squall warning is in effect in southeast Wyoming until 5:45 pm Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service in Cheyenne. The snow squall is expected... Read more »

01/05/21 5:08 PM

Winter conditions close portions of I-25 near Casper, I-80

CASPER, Wyo. – Portions of Interstate 25 in and north of Casper have been closed due to winter conditions on Tuesday afternoon. According to WYDOT, Interstate 25 northbound between Casper... Read more »

01/05/21 2:23 PM

Western Wyoming records upwards of one foot of snow; up to 5 inches possible on Casper Mountain

CASPER, Wyo. — Some locations in western Wyoming have seen close to a foot of snow since Monday afternoon, according to a preliminary snowfall total report from the National Weather... Read more »

01/05/21 12:57 PM

Blizzard conditions possible in SE Wyoming; 65 mph to impact I-80

CASPER, Wyo. — Near blizzard conditions on Tuesday could make for “extremely dangerous or impossible mountain travel” in southeast Wyoming, according to the National Weather Service in Cheyenne. Heavy mountain... Read more »

01/05/21 10:46 AM

Chain law in effect, black ice on multiple Wyoming highways Tuesday

CASPER, Wyo. — Some highways in Wyoming are seeing impacts from snowfall and ice on Tuesday morning. Chain Law – Level 1 is in effect on WYO 22 over Teton... Read more »

01/05/21 10:33 AM

Up to 3 inches of snow possible in Casper area by afternoon

CASPER, Wyo. – A winter storm moving through Wyoming could give Natrona County a shot of much-needed moisture on Tuesday.

01/05/21 5:47 AM

Winter storm warnings in effect through Tuesday for mountains, travellers advised of whiteouts

For the latest road and travel conditions, visit the Closures and Advisories page on the Wyoming Department of Transportation website. CASPER, Wyo — Significant snowfall and high winds are impacting Wyoming... Read more »

01/04/21 8:10 PM

Teton Pass closing for avalanche control early Tuesday

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming 22 over Teton Pass will be temporarily closed beginning at 3 am Tuesday, Jan. 5. The planned closure is to allow avalanche control efforts in the... Read more »

01/04/21 5:01 PM

VIDEO: Casper Mountain to see 3-5 inches; area snow ‘could be heavy at times’

CASPER, Wyo. — The National Weather Service in Riverton says that the Casper area is likely to see some snow by late Tuesday morning. Casper Mountain could see 3-5 inches... Read more »

01/04/21 4:03 PM

Snow squalls possible in SE Wyoming; 6-12 inches coming to the west

CASPER, Wyo. — Heavy snow is expected in western Wyoming starting at around 3 pm Monday and into Tuesday afternoon. 6-12 inches are expected with 5-10 inches forecast over the... Read more »

01/04/21 10:31 AM

Crash near Wheatland; I-25 seeing 65 mph wind gusts in Wyoming

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Department of Transportation reported at around 9:55 am Monday that a crash is blocking the right northbound lane on I-25 near Wheatland. The crash occurred... Read more »

01/04/21 10:04 AM

High winds forecast Sunday across Wyo, snow for the far west

For the latest road and travel conditions, visit the Closures and Advisories page on the Wyoming Department of Transportation website. CASPER, Wyo — High winds are likely to continue most... Read more »

01/03/21 1:17 AM

Some travel impacts from high winds will last through Sunday; portions I-80 closed to light vehicles

CASPER, Wyo — High wind warnings are impacting travel routes across the state Saturday, according to alerts posted by the National Weather Service (NWS) and the Wyoming Department of Transportation.... Read more »

01/02/21 10:32 AM

High wind warning in effect Saturday for Natrona County

CASPER, Wyo — A high wind warning is in effect for Natrona County Saturday for consistent 30 to 40 mph winds and gusts up to 60 mph. “The strongest wind... Read more »

01/02/21 10:01 AM

NWS in Cheyenne issued most high wind advisories in the U.S. during 2020

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming is among the windiest places in the country and National Weather Service data for 2020 provides evidence of this. “This will come as no surprise for... Read more »

12/31/20 2:03 PM

‘Extreme blow over risk’ on I-80 between Laramie and Elk Mountain

CASPER, Wyo. — Areas of I-80 in southeast Wyoming are seeing wind gusts near 60 mph on Wednesday afternoon, according to the Wyoming Department of Transportation. The NWS in Cheyenne... Read more »

12/30/20 4:07 PM

Snow returning to Wyoming mountains in time for New Year’s Eve

CASPER, Wyo. — The National Weather Service in Riverton says that snow is expected to return to the western mountain in Wyoming on Wednesday night and into Thursday. Following the... Read more »

12/30/20 3:25 PM

VIDEO: Damaging Labor Day weekend storm rated top weather event of 2020

CASPER, Wyo. — With 2020 coming to a close, the National Weather Service in Riverton have selected their top five weather events that occurred in western and central Wyoming throughout... Read more »

12/30/20 9:42 AM

Wyoming to finish out 2020 with 65-70 mph wind gusts along I-80, I-25

CASPER, Wyo. — The last two days of 2020 are expected to be windy in southeast Wyoming. The National Weather Service in Cheyenne has issued a hazardous weather outlook for... Read more »

12/30/20 9:05 AM

Central Wyo to be cold, dry, and breezy Wednesday; stronger winds coming this weekend

CASPER, Wyo — Wednesday will not be quite as cold as Tuesday in western and central Wyoming, but it “will still be cold,” said the National Weather Service (NWS) in... Read more »

12/29/20 7:41 PM

Wyoming airport records minus 26 degree temps Monday night

CASPER, Wyo. — Multiple locations in Wyoming saw temperatures drop to minus 20 degrees or colder on Monday night, according to the National Weather Service in Riverton. The Afton Airport... Read more »

12/29/20 1:47 PM

70 mph gusts to blow recent snow, creating hazardous travel on I-80, I-25 in Wyoming

CASPER, Wyo. — The National Weather Service in Cheyenne has issued a high wind watch for southeast Wyoming. Strong winds with gusts up to 70 mph could impact portions of... Read more »

12/29/20 10:11 AM

Dense fog reported across Wind River Basin in Wyoming

CASPER, Wyo. — The National Weather Service in Riverton said at around 8:45 am Tuesday that areas of dense fog are persisting across the Wind River Basin in Wyoming. The... Read more »

12/29/20 9:19 AM

NWS: Minus 10 degree wind chills likely by tonight in Casper area

CASPER, Wyo. – The National Weather Service in Riverton says winds will pick up again in Natrona County later this evening, and will bring along some very cold wind chills.... Read more »

12/29/20 7:19 AM

1-3 more inches of snow forecast Monday night on Casper Mountain

CASPER, Wyo. — Casper Mountain could see more snow on Monday night following Sunday’s snowstorm. 1-3 inches are forecast to fall on Casper Mountain between 6 pm Monday and early... Read more »

12/28/20 4:53 PM

PHOTOS: Snow and frost blankets Casper after winter storm

CASPER, Wyo. – A winter storm brought cold temperatures and snow through central Wyoming and Natrona County on Sunday. Calm winds and temperatures in the low teens or single digits... Read more »

12/28/20 2:43 PM

PHOTOS: Snow starts falling in SE Wyoming, impacting I-80, I-25 and US 287

CASPER, Wyo. — Snow has started to fall in southeastern Wyoming on Monday afternoon, according to the Wyoming Department of Transporation. “Snow is beginning to fall in & around I-80... Read more »

12/28/20 2:08 PM

I-25 reopen following crash; icy conditions impacting travel in Wyoming

CASPER, Wyo. — I-25 northbound closed temporarily on Monday between Douglas and Casper due to a crash. While I-25 has reopened, black ice advisories remain in effect in the Midwest,... Read more »

12/28/20 1:03 PM

I-25 northbound closed between Douglas and Casper due to crash

CASPER, Wyo. — I-25 northbound is closed between Douglas and Glenrock due to a crash, according to the Wyoming Department of Transportation. The closure took effect at 10:19 am Monday,... Read more »

12/28/20 11:15 AM

Heavy snow coming to I-80 in Wyoming; 4-6 inches with 40 mph wind gusts forecast

CASPER, Wyo. — Heavy snow is expected to impact I-80 in southeast Wyoming starting Tuesday afternoon. The National Weather Service in Cheyenne says the area could see 4-6 inches of... Read more »

12/28/20 10:04 AM

I-25 reopens; black ice impacting travel in Wyoming

CASPER, Wyo. — I-25 was closed between Casper and Wheatland following a snow squall on Sunday, but reopened at 8:21 am Monday, according to the Wyoming Department of Transportation. I-25... Read more »

12/28/20 9:56 AM

I-25 closed from Wheatland to Casper Sunday night; more snow expected Monday

(7:41 pm) WYDOT: Interstate 25 from Wheatland to Casper is closed Sunday night due to crashes and winter conditions. Estimated reopening time is unknown. For the latest road and travel... Read more »

12/27/20 9:05 PM

Winter weather advisories affecting travel on I-80 and western mountains overnight

For the latest road and travel conditions, visit WYDOT’s Closures and Advisories page. the Wyoming Department of Transportation website. CASPER, Wyo — Winter weather warning and advisories are in effect... Read more »

12/26/20 5:54 PM

61 mph gusts close Outer Drive to light, high profile vehicles Saturday, snow showers possible

UPDATE: 2:11 pm: WYDOT announced the road was open to all traffic in both directions. For the latest road and travel conditions, visit WYDOT’s Closures and Advisories page. the Wyoming... Read more »

12/26/20 12:29 PM

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Wind chill values near zero for Casper Saturday; chance of light snow forecast

Drought continues in Wyoming despite snow; Natrona in ‘extreme’ drought

Wyoming snow storm likely to move into Natrona County Thursday night

Snow return to Wyoming Thursday; 60% chance in Casper

Hogadon reports seven inches of new snow on Casper Mountain

I-80, I-25 seeing high Wyoming winds; no unnecessary travel near Casper

Snow squall warning in effect in SE Wyoming; I-80 closures expand

Winter conditions close portions of I-25 near Casper, I-80

Western Wyoming records upwards of one foot of snow; up to 5 inches possible on Casper Mountain

Blizzard conditions possible in SE Wyoming; 65 mph to impact I-80

Chain law in effect, black ice on multiple Wyoming highways Tuesday

Up to 3 inches of snow possible in Casper area by afternoon

Winter storm warnings in effect through Tuesday for mountains, travellers advised of whiteouts

Teton Pass closing for avalanche control early Tuesday

VIDEO: Casper Mountain to see 3-5 inches; area snow ‘could be heavy at times’

Snow squalls possible in SE Wyoming; 6-12 inches coming to the west

Crash near Wheatland; I-25 seeing 65 mph wind gusts in Wyoming

High winds forecast Sunday across Wyo, snow for the far west

Some travel impacts from high winds will last through Sunday; portions I-80 closed to light vehicles

High wind warning in effect Saturday for Natrona County

NWS in Cheyenne issued most high wind advisories in the U.S. during 2020

‘Extreme blow over risk’ on I-80 between Laramie and Elk Mountain

Snow returning to Wyoming mountains in time for New Year’s Eve

VIDEO: Damaging Labor Day weekend storm rated top weather event of 2020

Wyoming to finish out 2020 with 65-70 mph wind gusts along I-80, I-25

Central Wyo to be cold, dry, and breezy Wednesday; stronger winds coming this weekend

Wyoming airport records minus 26 degree temps Monday night

70 mph gusts to blow recent snow, creating hazardous travel on I-80, I-25 in Wyoming

Dense fog reported across Wind River Basin in Wyoming

NWS: Minus 10 degree wind chills likely by tonight in Casper area

1-3 more inches of snow forecast Monday night on Casper Mountain

PHOTOS: Snow and frost blankets Casper after winter storm

PHOTOS: Snow starts falling in SE Wyoming, impacting I-80, I-25 and US 287

I-25 reopen following crash; icy conditions impacting travel in Wyoming

I-25 northbound closed between Douglas and Casper due to crash

Heavy snow coming to I-80 in Wyoming; 4-6 inches with 40 mph wind gusts forecast

I-25 reopens; black ice impacting travel in Wyoming

I-25 closed from Wheatland to Casper Sunday night; more snow expected Monday

Winter weather advisories affecting travel on I-80 and western mountains overnight

61 mph gusts close Outer Drive to light, high profile vehicles Saturday, snow showers possible

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