Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 9 at 1:42PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 9, 2026 - 12:42pm
Expires:
May 9, 2026 - 1:15pm
Description:
At 142 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 15
miles south of Castle Gardens, which is 18 miles northeast of Jeffrey
City, moving southeast at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of western Natrona
County.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Heavy rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Area Description:
Green Mountains and Rattlesnake Range
Forcast Office:
NWS Riverton WY