Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 9 at 1:51PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 9, 2026 - 12:51pm
Expires:
May 9, 2026 - 1:15pm
Description:
At 150 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles northwest of Sweetwater Station, which is 25 miles southeast
of Lander, moving southeast at 30 mph. This storm is tracking along
and near Highway 287.
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 strong thunderstorm will be near...
Sweetwater Station around 200 PM MDT.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
Area Description:
Lander Foothills; Green Mountains and Rattlesnake Range
Forcast Office:
NWS Riverton WY