Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 8 at 4:39PM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 8, 2026 - 3:39pm
Expires:
June 8, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description:
At 439 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Slater, or 15 miles southeast of Wheatland, moving northeast at 25
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...
Chugwater, Slater, Chugcreek, Y-O Ranch, and Antelope Gap.
This includes Interstate 25 in Wyoming between mile markers 53 and
69.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM MDT for
southeastern Wyoming.
Area Description:
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County; East Platte County; Goshen County
Forcast Office:
NWS Cheyenne WY
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