80+ mph wind gusts recorded on South Pass Wednesday evening

(South Pass, WY) – The Wyoming Department of Transportation is reporting that wind gusts have exceeded 80 mph Wednesday evening on South Pass.

That prompted WYDOT to close WY-28 to all box trailers and high profile vehicles. Passenger vehicles are permitted to continue to travel as normal, but should be aware of the windy conditions.

WYDOT

Travel updates from all across the state can be found at wyoroad.info or by calling 511 and using the 511 app.

The National Weather Service office in Riverton is forecasting that precipitation is likely over South Pass the next several days. You can stay up-to-date on their forecast here.

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