Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 7 at 1:30PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 7, 2026 - 12:30pm
Expires:
June 7, 2026 - 1:15pm
Description:
At 130 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 14
miles northwest of Powder River Rest Area, which is 16 miles east of
Buffalo, moving northeast at 25 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 northeastern
Johnson County.
This includes Interstate 90 between mile markers 74 and 75.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Northeast Johnson County
Forcast Office:
NWS Riverton WY
Sender: