Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 25 at 7:38PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 25, 2026 - 6:38pm
Expires:
June 25, 2026 - 7:30pm
Description:
At 738 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 9
miles north of Legend Rock State Petroglyph Site, which is 18 miles
southeast of Meeteetse, moving southeast at 20 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 central Hot Springs
County, including the following locations... Grass Creek.
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.
Area Description:
Southwest Bighorn Basin; Southeast Bighorn Basin; Owl Creek and Bridger Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Riverton WY
Sender: