National Weather Service

The Weather Service says to expect three to six inches of snow in the lower elevations with up to a foot expected over the Snowy and Sierra Madre Ranges.

This very cold air mass expected this weekend has many of our climate sites flirting or just outright icing out previous records.

Heavy snow is possible. including double-digit totals at higher elevations.

The Cheyenne Office of the National Weather Service says wind speeds of over 70 miles per hour are likely in some areas, including both Cheyenne and Laramie.

Cheyenne and Laramie could see wind gusts of 70 mph or more today.

Another very windy day is expected on Monday.

The alert includes the cities of Cheyenne and Laramie.

The alert comes as much of the American West continues to be ravaged by wildfires.

The National Weather Service says active fires can create interesting weather events. That includes the above video.

Low humidity and gusty winds will increase fire danger.

The Wyoming Department of Health recommends that the elderly, young children and people with respiratory problems avoid excessive physical exertion and minimize outdoor activities.

Smoke from western wildfires will continue to filter through the area.