Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 7 at 12:53PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 7, 2026 - 11:53am
Expires:
June 7, 2026 - 12:30pm
Description:
At 1253 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Lucerne, which is near Thermopolis, moving northeast at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and nickel size 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 east central Hot
Springs and central Washakie Counties.
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:
Southwest Bighorn Basin; Southeast Bighorn Basin
Forcast Office:
NWS Riverton WY
Sender: