Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 8 at 2:57PM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 8, 2026 - 1:57pm
Expires:
June 8, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description:
At 256 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles south of Bordeaux, or 15 miles south of Wheatland, moving
northeast at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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.
Locations impacted include...
Slater, Bordeaux, and Antelope Gap.
This includes Interstate 25 in Wyoming between mile markers 58 and
72.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description:
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County; East Platte County
Forcast Office:
NWS Cheyenne WY
Sender: