Varningar, Elk Mountain

High Wind Watch issued May 5 at 9:41AM MDT until May 8 at 12:00PM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY * WHAT...West winds 35 to 50 mph with gusts of 70 to 80 mph possible. * WHERE...Southeast Wyoming wind-prone areas including Interstate 80 near Arlington and the Summit and Interstate 25 near Bordeaux. * WHEN...From late tonight through Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. There will be a high risk for vehicle blow overs, particularly along north to south oriented roadways. A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds.