High Wind Warning
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Amarillo TX
824 PM CST Mon Feb 16 2026
OKZ001>003-TXZ001>014-016>018-317-171030-
/O.CON.KAMA.HW.W.0001.260217T1700Z-260218T0100Z/
Cimarron-Texas-Beaver-Dallam-Sherman-Hansford-Ochiltree-Lipscomb-
Hartley-Moore-Hutchinson-Roberts-Hemphill-Oldham-Potter-Carson-
Gray-Deaf Smith-Randall-Armstrong-Palo Duro Canyon-
Including the cities of Romero, Perryton, Farnsworth, Hartley,
Panhandle, Ware, Four Way, Beaver, Bootleg, Channing, Washburn,
Booker, Gruver, Canadian, Kingsmill, Goodnight, Glazier,
Stratford, Buffalo Lake, Wildorado, Boise City, Spearman, Codman,
Dawn, Hereford, Forgan, Waka, Umbarger, Bushland, Miami, Dumas,
Higgins, Lake Marvin, Borger, Amarillo, Wolf Creek Park,
Skellytown, Pantex, Claude, Conlen, Lora, Canyon, Pampa, Guymon,
Boys Ranch, Wayside, Vega, White Deer, Follett, Palo Duro Canyon
State Park, Dalhart, Masterson, and Keyes
824 PM CST Mon Feb 16 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 7 PM CST
TUESDAY...
* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected.
* WHERE...Texas and Oklahoma Panhandles other than the southeastern
Texas Panhandle.
* WHEN...From 11 AM to 7 PM CST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.
&&
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Muscha
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
708 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
COZ072>075-077>080-087-171015-
/O.CON.KPUB.HW.W.0002.260217T0600Z-260218T0100Z/
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 8500 And 11000 Feet-
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-Southern
Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 7500 and 11000 Feet-Southern
Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-Western/Central
Fremont County Below 8500 Feet-Wet Mountain Valley Below
8500 Feet-Wet Mountains between 6300 and 10000 Feet-Wet Mountains
Above 10000 Feet-Walsenburg Vicinity/Upper Huerfano River Basin
Below 7500 Feet-
Including Howard, Poncha Pass, Cotopaxi, Westcliffe, Walsenburg,
Stonewall, Blanca Peak, Texas Creek, Weston, La Veta Pass,
Spanish Peaks, Silver Cliff, Coaldale, Cuchara, Rye, Hillside,
and Swissvale
708 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 6
PM MST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Southwest winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 85 mph
expected.
* WHERE...Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Wet Mountains, and Wet
Mountain Valley.
* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 6 PM MST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.
&&
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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
708 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
COZ083-086-088-089-093>099-171015-
/O.CON.KPUB.HW.W.0002.260217T1400Z-260218T0100Z/
Canon City Vicinity/Eastern Fremont County-Pueblo Vicinity/Pueblo
County Below 6300 Feet-Trinidad Vicinity/Western Las Animas
County Below 7500 Feet-Crowley County-La Junta Vicinity/Otero
County-Eastern Las Animas County-Western Kiowa County-Eastern
Kiowa County-Las Animas Vicinity/Bent County-Lamar
Vicinity/Prowers County-Springfield Vicinity/Baca County-
Including Pueblo, Las Animas, Penrose, Lamar, Rocky Ford,
Branson, Springfield, Olney Springs, La Junta, Kim, Canon City,
Ordway, Sheridan Lake, Trinidad, Walsh, and Eads
708 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 6 PM MST
TUESDAY...
* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected.
* WHERE...Portions of central and southeast Colorado.
* WHEN...From 7 AM to 6 PM MST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines.
Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially
for high profile vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of blowing dust may reduce visibility
to under a mile at times.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.
&&
$$
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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
708 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
COZ069>071-171015-
/O.CON.KPUB.HW.W.0002.260217T0900Z-260218T0100Z/
Del Norte Vicinity/Northern San Luis Valley Below 8500 Feet-
Alamosa Vicinity/Central San Luis Valley Below 8500 Feet-
Southern San Luis Valley-
Including Center, Manassa, Sanford, Antonito, Blanca, Del Norte,
San Luis, Monte Vista, La Jara, Alamosa, and Fort Garland
708 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 6 PM MST
TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph
expected.
* WHERE...San Luis Valley.
* WHEN...From 2 AM to 6 PM MST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines.
Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially
for high profile vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of blowing dust may reduce visibility
to under a mile at times.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
708 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
COZ084-085-171015-
/O.CON.KPUB.HW.W.0002.260217T0600Z-260217T2100Z/
Northern El Paso County/Monument Ridge/Rampart Range Below
7500 Feet-Colorado Springs Vicinity/Southern El Paso
County/Rampart Range Below 7400 Feet-
Including Black Forest, Peterson Space Force Base, and Colorado
Springs
708 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 2
PM MST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph
expected.
* WHERE...El Paso County.
* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 2 PM MST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines.
Power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially
for high profile vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds will occur late tonight
into early Tuesday morning near the mountains.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Dodge City KS
751 PM CST Mon Feb 16 2026
KSZ043>045-061>064-074>078-084>088-171500-
/O.CON.KDDC.HW.W.0002.260217T1800Z-260218T0000Z/
Scott-Lane-Ness-Hamilton-Kearny-Finney-Hodgeman-Stanton-Grant-
Haskell-Gray-Ford-Morton-Stevens-Seward-Meade-Clark-
Including the cities of Liberal, Meade, Dodge City, Montezuma,
Minneola, Lakin, Satanta, Ness City, Jetmore, Scott City,
Cimarron, Garden City, Sublette, Scott State Lake, Elkhart,
Ashland, Syracuse, Hanston, Johnson City, Fowler, Dighton,
Ulysses, Hugoton, Plains City, and Deerfield
751 PM CST Mon Feb 16 2026 /651 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026/
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON CST /11 AM MST/ TO
6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Southwest to west winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65
mph expected.
* WHERE...Portions of southwest and west central Kansas.
* WHEN...From noon CST /11 AM MST/ to 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult over open areas, especially
around grain elevators and other tall structures. Sporadic power
outages will also be possible.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of blowing dust may reduce visibility
to below a mile at times.
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Goodland KS
559 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
COZ090>092-KSZ013-014-027>029-041-042-171200-
/O.CON.KGLD.HW.W.0002.260217T1700Z-260218T0000Z/
Yuma-Kit Carson-Cheyenne-Sherman-Thomas-Wallace-Logan-Gove-
Greeley-Wichita-
Including the cities of Goodland, Grinnell, Burlington, Sharon
Springs, Grainfield, Tribune, Oakley, Colby, Leoti, Yuma,
Cheyenne Wells, Arapahoe, Quinter, and Wray
559 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026 /659 PM CST Mon Feb 16 2026/
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MST /11 AM CST/ TO
5 PM MST /6 PM CST/ TUESDAY...
* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected.
* WHERE...Portions of east central and northeast Colorado and
northwest and west central Kansas.
* WHEN...From 10 AM MST /11 AM CST/ to 5 PM MST /6 PM CST/ Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and
cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for
high profile vehicles. Plumes of blowing dust will create pockets
of low visibility. Visibilities will likely change rapidly over
short distances, making travel hazardous in these areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds are forecast to be during the
late morning through the mid afternoon hours. Strong sustained
winds around 40 mph will persist through afternoon.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to
the onset of winds.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Blowing dust can significantly lower air quality and it is
encouraged that you take preventative measures such as staying
indoors or wearing protective breathing masks if outside. High dust
concentrations can cause respiratory problems, decrease lung
activity, aggravate asthma, and lead to potential heart-related
problems, especially with children, elderly or those with
pre-existing respiratory conditions.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Midland/Odessa TX
552 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
NMZ028-029-033-TXZ273-171315-
/O.EXT.KMAF.HW.W.0005.260217T1700Z-260218T0300Z/
/O.EXT.KMAF.DU.Y.0001.260217T1700Z-260218T0300Z/
Eddy County Plains-Northern Lea-Central Lea-Eastern Culberson-
Including the cities of Carlsbad Caverns NP, Tatum, Carlsbad,
Artesia, Lovington, and Hobbs
552 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026 /652 PM CST Mon Feb 16 2026/
...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MST /11 AM CST/ TO 8
PM MST /9 PM CST/ TUESDAY...
...BLOWING DUST ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MST /11 AM CST/ TO
8 PM MST /9 PM CST/ TUESDAY...
* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 35 to 45 mph with
gusts up to 65 mph expected. For the Blowing Dust Advisory,
visibility between one-quarter and one mile in blowing dust
expected.
* WHERE...In New Mexico, Central Lea and Northern Lea Counties, and
Eddy County Plains. In Texas, Eastern Culberson County.
* WHEN...From 10 AM MST /11 AM CST/ to 8 PM MST /9 PM CST/ Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility.
A sudden gust of wind could drop visibility to near zero
instantly. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile
vehicles like campers, vans, and tractor trailers. Blowing dust
can reduce visibility suddenly to zero, especially in areas where
bare fields exist.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Use caution if flying low near the mountains as severe turbulence is
possible.
Use caution when driving as blowing dust may reduce visibility. Slow
down, use low-beam headlights, and leave plenty of distance between
you and other vehicles.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Midland/Odessa TX
552 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
NMZ027-TXZ270-271-171315-
/O.CON.KMAF.HW.W.0005.260217T1200Z-260218T0500Z/
Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County-Guadalupe Mountains Above
7000 Feet-Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains-
Including the cities of Pine Springs, Guadalupe Mountains
National Park, and Queen
552 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026 /652 PM CST Mon Feb 16 2026/
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM MST /6 AM CST/ TO
10 PM MST /11 PM CST/ TUESDAY...
* WHAT...West winds 40 to 60 mph with gusts up to 80 mph expected.
* WHERE...Guadalupe Mountains of west Texas and Southeast New Mexico.
* WHEN...From 5 AM MST /6 AM CST/ to 10 PM MST /11 PM CST/ Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile
vehicles like campers, vans, and tractor trailers. Aviation
interests may experience localized but extreme turbulence, or
strong downward airflows if flying in the near the Guadalupe
Mountains.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Winds will be particularly hazardous at higher elevations where the
strongest winds are likely to occur. Be especially careful driving
in these mountainous areas. People driving high-profile vehicles
should strongly consider postponing travel in these areas until the
winds subside.
Delay travel through Guadalupe Pass or find another route, if
possible.
Use caution if flying low near the mountains as severe turbulence is
possible.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Midland/Odessa TX
552 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
TXZ277-171315-
/O.EXT.KMAF.HW.W.0005.260217T1500Z-260218T0300Z/
Davis Mountains-
Including the cities of Fort Davis
652 PM CST Mon Feb 16 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 9 PM CST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph
expected.
* WHERE...Davis Mountains.
* WHEN...From 9 AM to 9 PM CST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile
vehicles like campers, vans, and tractor trailers.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Winds will be particularly hazardous at higher elevations where the
strongest winds are likely to occur. Be especially careful driving
in these mountainous areas. People driving high-profile vehicles
should strongly consider postponing travel in these areas until the
winds subside.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
547 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
UTZ101-102-171200-
/O.CON.KSLC.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260217T1200Z/
Great Salt Lake Desert and Mountains-Tooele and Rush Valleys-
Including the following locations - Tooele, Grantsville,
Wendover, Park Valley, Dugway, and Vernon
547 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph, with
localized downslope winds over 70 mph possible along portions of
I-80 north of the Oquirrh, Stansbury, and Cedar Mountains.
* WHERE...Great Salt Lake Desert and Mountains and Tooele and Rush
Valleys.
* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and
cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for
high profile vehicles and vehicles with trailers.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of blowing dust will reduce visibility
below 2 miles at times on I-80, particularly between Wendover and
Grantsville.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles and vehicles with trailers. Use extra caution.
Blowing dust will reduce visibility at times. Slow down and use
extra caution in areas of blowing dust.
People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
547 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
UTZ122-171200-
/O.CON.KSLC.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260217T1200Z/
Southwest Utah-
Including the following locations - Beaver, Milford, and Cedar
City
547 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.
* WHERE...Southwest Utah.
* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and
cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for
high profile vehicles and vehicles with trailers.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles and vehicles with trailers. Use extra caution.
People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Rapid City SD
447 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
WYZ054-171500-
/O.NEW.KUNR.HW.W.0004.260217T1600Z-260218T0100Z/
Northern Campbell-
Including the cities of Rozet, Recluse, Weston, and Gillette
447 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 6 PM MST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected.
* WHERE...Northern Campbell.
* WHEN...From 9 AM to 6 PM MST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...The high winds may damage roofs, small outbuildings, and
signs. Power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles. Strong winds can cause
blowing dust, reduced visibility, and flying debris.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A high wind warning means 40 mph winds, or gusts over 60 mph, are
expected or occurring. If you are outdoors, watch for flying or
falling objects that may injure you. Use caution if you must drive.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Rapid City SD
447 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
SDZ027-029-041-075-WYZ055-058-059-171500-
/O.UPG.KUNR.HW.A.0003.260217T1600Z-260218T0100Z/
/O.NEW.KUNR.HW.W.0004.260217T1600Z-260218T0100Z/
Southern Foothills-Southern Black Hills-Western Fall River-
Eastern Fall River-Southern Campbell-Weston County Plains-
Newcastle-
Including the cities of Argyle, Upton, Angostura Reservoir,
Smithwick, Provo, Newcastle, Oelrichs, Osage, Hot Springs,
Ardmore, Edgemont, Wright, Clareton, Pringle, Rumford, Rochelle,
Wind Cave, and Oral
447 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 6 PM MST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected.
* WHERE...In South Dakota, Eastern Fall River, Southern Foothills,
Western Fall River, and Southern Black Hills. In Wyoming,
Newcastle, Southern Campbell, and Weston County Plains.
* WHEN...From 9 AM to 6 PM MST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...The high winds may damage roofs, small outbuildings, and
signs. Power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles. Strong winds can cause
blowing dust, reduced visibility, and flying debris.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A high wind warning means 40 mph winds, or gusts over 60 mph, are
expected or occurring. If you are outdoors, watch for flying or
falling objects that may injure you. Use caution if you must drive.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Riverton WY
232 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
WYZ009-171400-
/O.EXA.KRIW.HW.W.0002.260217T0900Z-260218T0000Z/
Bighorn Mountains Southeast-
232 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 5 PM MST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph
expected.
* WHERE...Bighorn Mountains Southeast.
* WHEN...From 2 AM to 5 PM MST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile
vehicles. Sudden strong wind gusts to 80 mph are possible.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must
drive.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Riverton WY
232 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
WYZ003-010-011-016>018-171400-
/O.CON.KRIW.HW.W.0002.260217T0900Z-260218T0000Z/
Cody Foothills-Northeast Johnson County-Southeast Johnson County-
Upper Wind River Basin-Wind River Basin-Lander Foothills-
Including the cities of Buffalo, Dubois, Lander, Riverton,
Shoshoni, Cody, Meeteetse, Kaycee, and Clark
232 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 5 PM MST
TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph
expected.
* WHERE...Lander Foothills, Upper Wind River Basin, Wind River
Basin, Northeast Johnson County, Southeast Johnson County, and
Cody Foothills.
* WHEN...From 2 AM to 5 PM MST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.
&&
$$
For more information from the National Weather Service, visit
https://weather.gov/riw/ .
Wittmann
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Riverton WY
232 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
WYZ019-020-030-171400-
/O.CON.KRIW.HW.W.0002.260217T0600Z-260218T0200Z/
Green Mountains and Rattlesnake Range-Natrona County Lower
Elevations-East Sweetwater County-
Including the cities of Wamsutter, Casper, and Jeffrey City
232 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 7
PM MST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph
expected.
* WHERE...Green Mountains and Rattlesnake Range, Natrona County
Lower Elevations, and East Sweetwater County.
* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 7 PM MST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile
vehicles. Strong wind combined with low humidity could bring
elevated fire behavior.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Isolated gusts 70 to 75 mph are possible for
wind prone locations.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.
&&
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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Riverton WY
232 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
WYZ002-015-171400-
/O.CON.KRIW.HW.W.0002.260217T0900Z-260218T0000Z/
Absaroka Mountains-Wind River Mountains East-
232 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 5 PM MST
TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 80 mph
expected.
* WHERE...Wind River Mountains East and Absaroka Mountains.
* WHEN...From 2 AM to 5 PM MST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile
vehicles. Sudden strong winds up to 80 mph are possible.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will be falling, with total
accumulations 3 to 9 inches across the western and southern
Absaroka Mountains and accumulations 10 to 18 inches for the
higher elevations of the Wind River Mountains.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
Issued by National Weather Service Glasgow MT
131 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
MTZ056-138-139-169-171-WYZ198-199-172045-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0007.260217T0600Z-260218T0300Z/
Red Lodge Foothills-Southern Big Horn-Southeastern Carbon-Bighorn
Canyon-Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains-Northeast Bighorn
Mountains-Sheridan Foothills-
Including the locations of Bridger, Sheridan, Pryor, Story, Fort
Smith, Burgess Junction, Red Lodge, and Lodge Grass
131 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 8
PM MST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Southwest winds gusts up to 70 mph expected.
* WHERE...Portions of south central Montana and north central
Wyoming.
* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 8 PM MST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Scattered power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles. Warm and dry conditions
could cause rapid fire spread. Use caution with any burning
activities.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Mountain wave activity in the early morning
hours is expected to bring strong, damaging southwest winds. Winds
will transition to the west and northwest as a cold front move
through mid day Tuesday.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.
&&
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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
Issued by National Weather Service Glasgow MT
131 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
MTZ067-172045-
/O.EXB.KBYZ.HW.W.0007.260217T1200Z-260218T0300Z/
Absaroka/Beartooth Mountains-
Including the locations of Mystic Lake, Alpine, Jardine, Silver
Gate, and Cooke City
131 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 8 PM MST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Southwest wind gusts up to 80 mph expected with whiteout
conditions in blowing snow.
* WHERE...Absaroka/Beartooth Mountains.
* WHEN...From 5 AM to 8 PM MST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Combination of snow and blowing snow due to the strong
winds will create white out conditions at times. Tree damage and
significant blowing snow are also expected. Back country
recreation is strongly discouraged! Travel between Gardiner and
Cooke City will be difficult to impossible at times.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Avalanche danger will increase.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Delay travel to Cooke City, and do not venture into the back country
until winds subside.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
Issued by National Weather Service Glasgow MT
131 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
MTZ029>032-036-037-057-058-170-173-235-172045-
/O.EXB.KBYZ.HW.W.0007.260217T1500Z-260218T0300Z/
Musselshell-Treasure-Northern Rosebud-Custer-Powder River-Carter-
Northern Big Horn-Southern Rosebud-Northern Carbon-Northeastern
Yellowstone-Southwestern Yellowstone-
Including the locations of Crow Agency, Miles City, Roundup, Lame
Deer, Hardin, Forsyth, Custer, Broadus, Joliet, Fromberg,
Colstrip, Pompeys Pillar, Billings, Hysham, and Ekalaka
131 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 8 PM MST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...West winds with gusts up to 60 mph expected.
* WHERE...Portions of central, south central, and southeast Montana.
* WHEN...From 8 AM to 8 PM MST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile
vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds will be late morning into
the afternoon Tuesday.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution and consider postponing travel
until winds subside, or take an alternate route. Secure outdoor
objects.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
Issued by National Weather Service Glasgow MT
131 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
MTZ033-172045-
/O.EXB.KBYZ.HW.W.0007.260217T2100Z-260218T0900Z/
Fallon-
Including the locations of Baker
131 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TUESDAY TO 2 AM MST
WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...West wind gusts up to 60 mph expected along with light snow.
* WHERE...Fallon.
* WHEN...From 2 PM Tuesday to 2 AM MST Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Combination of strong winds and light snow will create
areas of blowing and drifting snow reducing visibility at times.
Strong winds will make Travel difficult for high profile vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Precipitation will transition to snow after a
cold front passes through late afternoon. Visibility will drop
below a mile at times as a result.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution and consider postponing travel
until winds subside, or take an alternate route. Secure outdoor
objects.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
Issued by National Weather Service Glasgow MT
131 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
MTZ034-042-063-141-172-228-172045-
/O.EXB.KBYZ.HW.W.0007.260217T1500Z-260218T0300Z/
Northern Stillwater-Golden Valley-Judith Gap-Northern Sweet Grass-
Melville Foothills-Southern Wheatland-
Including the locations of Columbus, Judith Gap, Lavina, Ryegate,
Big Timber, Melville, Harlowton, and Absarokee
131 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 8 PM MST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...West wind gusts up to 65 mph expected.
* WHERE...Portions of central and south central Montana.
* WHEN...From 8 AM to 8 PM MST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile
vehicles.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution and consider postponing travel
until winds subside, or take an alternate route. Secure outdoor
objects.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Great Falls MT
107 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
MTZ311-313-314-317-318-171100-
/O.NEW.KTFX.HW.W.0009.260217T1600Z-260218T0300Z/
Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine-Judith Basin County and
Judith Gap-Fergus County below 4500ft-Little Belt and Highwood
Mountains-Snowy and Judith Mountains-
Including the following locations: Benchland, Hilger, Windham,
Monarch, Rocky Boy, Neihart, Geyser, Hobson, Lewistown, Stanford,
Kings Hill Pass, Raynesford, and Moccasin
107 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 8 PM MST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.
* WHERE...Bears Paw, Highwood, Little Belt, and Snowy Mountains,
Judith Basin County and Judith Gap, and Fergus County below 4500ft.
* WHEN...From 9 AM to 8 PM MST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and
cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for
high profile vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gusty west winds will develop following a
cold front Tuesday afternoon with winds shifting to the northwest
by Tuesday evening. Snow showers may also accompany and follow the
cold front, and gusty winds combined with snow showers may create
periods of reduced visibility, especially near the Bears Paw and
Little Belt mountains.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.
Remember, a High Wind Warning means that there is at least an 80%
chance of 40 mph sustained winds or 58 mph wind gusts occurring
during the warning period.
&&
$$
Hoenisch
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Denver CO
1222 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
COZ042-044>049-170700-
/O.UPG.KBOU.HW.A.0002.260217T1700Z-260218T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KBOU.HW.W.0002.260217T1600Z-260218T0000Z/
Northeast Weld County-Morgan County-Central and East Adams and
Arapahoe Counties-North and Northeast Elbert County Below
6000 Feet/North Lincoln County-Southeast Elbert County Below
6000 Feet/South Lincoln County-Logan County-Washington County-
Including the cities of Leader, Sterling, Agate, Pawnee Buttes,
Forder, Grover, Karval, Limon, Last Chance, Fort Morgan, Deer Trail,
Punkin Center, Akron, Goodrich, Merino, Crook, Peetz, Kutch,
Briggsdale, Bennett, Stoneham, Matheson, Otis, Wiggins, Byers, Hugo,
Raymer, Cope, and Brush
1222 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 5 PM MST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible.
* WHERE...Much of the eastern plains including, Briggsdale, Fort
Morgan, Byers, Limon, Southern Lincoln County, Sterling, and Akron.
* WHEN...From 9 AM to 5 PM MST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially
for high profile vehicles. Strong winds will likely lead to rapid
fire growth of any new fire.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.
Avoid outdoor burning or any activity that may cause sparks. The
strong winds will likely fuel rapid fire growth.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Denver CO
1222 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
COZ038-043-050-051-170700-
/O.NEW.KBOU.HW.W.0002.260217T1600Z-260218T0000Z/
Larimer County Below 6000 Feet/Northwest Weld County-Central and
South Weld County-Sedgwick County-Phillips County-
Including the cities of Fort Lupton, Haxtun, Roggen, Hereford,
Sedgwick, Nunn, Loveland, Fort Collins, Ovid, Eaton, Holyoke,
Amherst, Greeley, and Julesburg
1222 PM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 5 PM MST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible.
* WHERE...Sedgwick and Phillips counties and the northern portion of
the I-25 corridor.
* WHEN...From 9 AM to 5 PM MST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially
for high profile vehicles. Strong winds will likely lead to rapid
fire growth of any new fire.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.
Avoid outdoor burning or any activity that may cause sparks. The
strong winds will likely fuel rapid fire growth.
&&
$$
For more information from the National Weather Service, visit
https://weather.gov/bou
AP
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
1152 AM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
WYZ116>118-171200-
/O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0015.260217T1200Z-260218T0600Z/
/O.EXA.KCYS.HW.W.0017.260217T1200Z-260218T0600Z/
South Laramie Range-South Laramie Range Foothills-Central Laramie
County-
Including the cities of Horse Creek, Buford, Federal, Whitaker,
Pumpkin Vine, Cheyenne, and Vedauwoo
1152 AM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 11 PM MST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected.
* WHERE...South Laramie Range and Foothills including the Interstate
80 Summit between Cheyenne and Laramie, and Central Laramie County.
* WHEN...From 5 AM to 11 PM MST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including
campers and tractor trailers.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
1152 AM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
WYZ105-110-111-113-171200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0017.260217T0900Z-260218T0300Z/
Shirley Basin-North Snowy Range Foothills-Southwest Carbon County-
Upper North Platte River Basin-
Including the cities of Shirley Basin, Elk Mountain, Arlington,
Saratoga, Medicine Bow, Encampment, and Baggs
1152 AM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 8 PM MST
TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph
expected.
* WHERE...North Snowy Range Foothills including Arlington and Elk
Mountain along Interstate 80, Shirley Basin, Southwest Carbon
County, and Upper North Platte River Basin.
* WHEN...From 2 AM to 8 PM MST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including
campers and tractor trailers.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Some blowing and drifting snow is possible
along Interstate 80 and portions of Interstate 25 Tuesday. Blowing
snow may result in visibilities below one mile at times.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
1152 AM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
WYZ104-109-171200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0017.260217T0000Z-260218T0300Z/
Ferris/Seminoe/Shirley Mountains-Central Carbon County-
Including the cities of Seminoe Dam and Rawlins
1152 AM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 8
PM MST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph
expected.
* WHERE...Central Carbon County and Ferris/Seminoe/Shirley Mountains.
* WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 8 PM MST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including
campers and tractor trailers.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
1152 AM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
WYZ102-108-119-171200-
/O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0015.260217T1600Z-260218T0100Z/
/O.EXB.KCYS.HW.W.0017.260217T1600Z-260218T0300Z/
Niobrara County-Goshen County-East Laramie County-
Including the cities of Torrington, Redbird, Pine Bluffs, and
Lusk
1152 AM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 8 PM MST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected.
* WHERE...Niobrara County, East Laramie County, and Goshen County.
* WHEN...From 9 AM to 8 PM MST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including
campers and tractor trailers.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
1152 AM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
WYZ101-106-107-115-171200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0017.260217T1200Z-260218T0600Z/
Converse County Lower Elevations-Central Laramie Range and
Southwest Platte County-East Platte County-Laramie Valley-
Including the cities of Deer Creek, Laramie, Wheatland, Bill,
Guernsey, Bosler, Glenrock, Douglas, and Bordeaux
1152 AM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 11 PM MST
TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 50 mph with gusts around 70 mph.
* WHERE...Bordeaux area along Interstate 25 between Chugwater and
Wheatland, Converse County Lower Elevations, East Platte County,
and Laramie Valley.
* WHEN...From 5 AM to 11 PM MST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including
campers and tractor trailers. Localized property damage is
possible.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
1133 AM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
NMZ212-215-223-226>240-170315-
/O.UPG.KABQ.HW.A.0001.260217T1500Z-260218T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KABQ.HW.W.0002.260217T1500Z-260218T0300Z/
Glorieta Mesa Including Glorieta Pass-East Slopes Sangre de
Cristo Mountains-Central Highlands-South Central Mountains-
Johnson and Bartlett Mesas Including Raton Pass-Far Northeast
Highlands-Northeast Highlands-Union County-Harding County-Eastern
San Miguel County-Guadalupe County-Quay County-Curry County-
Roosevelt County-De Baca County-Chaves County Plains-Eastern
Lincoln County-Southwest Chaves County-
1133 AM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 8 PM MST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Southwest to west winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph
expected.
* WHERE...All of eastern New Mexico as well as the east slopes of the
Sangre de Cristo Mountains, the Northeast and Central Highlands as
well as the South Central Mountains.
* WHEN...From 8 AM to 8 PM MST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially
for high profile vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Patchy blowing dust may develop across the
eastern plains due to the very strong west winds and dry antecedent
conditions. Visibility may be reduced below one mile.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Take action to secure trash cans, lawn furniture, and other loose or
lightweight outdoor objects. Extremely hazardous driving conditions
can be expected, especially for motorists in high profile vehicles
who should consider delaying travel.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
1130 AM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
NMZ415-416-170600-
/O.UPG.KEPZ.HW.A.0001.260217T1500Z-260218T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KEPZ.HW.W.0001.260217T1500Z-260218T0600Z/
/O.CON.KEPZ.HW.A.0002.260218T1900Z-260219T0600Z/
Sacramento Mountains Above 7500 Feet-East Slopes Sacramento
Mountains Below 7500 Feet-
Including the cities of Mayhill, Pinon, Cloudcroft, Sacramento,
Sunspot, and Apache Summit
1130 AM MST Mon Feb 16 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 11 PM MST TUESDAY...
...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 35 to 45 mph with
gusts up to 70 mph expected. For the High Wind Watch, southwest
winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible.
* WHERE...East Slopes Sacramento Mountains Below 7500 Feet and
Sacramento Mountains Above 7500 Feet.
* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, from 8 AM to 11 PM MST Tuesday.
For the High Wind Watch, from Wednesday afternoon through
Wednesday evening.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
&&
$$
