Weather

Portions of far east Wyoming and the Nebraska Panhandle could see 40 to 60 mph winds, pea to quarter-sized hail and brief downpours this afternoon.

Burning of any kind is strongly discouraged Friday for the highlighted areas.

The warning is in effect from 12 p.m. until 8 p.m.

Next week even places like Wisconsin may feel triple digit heat.

While 60 mile per hour winds, heavy rain and hail up to one inch in diameter are the biggest threats, isolated tornadoes are also possible. T

Elevated fire danger is expected across much of the region as hot, dry weather is expected to continue.

Critical fire weather results from a combination of high temperatures, low humidities and strong, gusty winds.

Large hail and damaging winds, as well as an isolated tornado, are possible.

Burn permits in Natrona County have been suspended.

Both Cheyenne and Laramie are included in the area that could see severe storms.