Cheyenne, Laramie and most of southeast Wyoming are facing a Fire Weather Watch for Thursday from noon until 8 p.m.
That's according to the Cheyenne Office of the National Weather Service. The agency posted the following on its website:
Weather conditions on Thursday are expected to be favorable for rapid wildfire growth due to low humidity and strong southwest winds...
The Cheyenne Office of the National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Fire Warning for critical to extremely critical fire danger on Wednesday, August 28.
Residents in southeast Wyoming should stay vigilant for severe thunderstorms bringing damaging winds and large hail. Stay informed and prepared for changing weather conditions.
The Cheyenne Office of the National Weather Service says most of the smoke being seen in Cheyenne and other areas of southeast Wyoming is coming from a fire near Buffalo, Wyoming.
Attention Southeast Wyoming! The National Weather Service predicts strong storms with heavy rain, hail, and strong winds. as being possible. Stay safe and stay alert!