Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 6 at 6:43PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 6, 2026 - 5:43pm
Expires:
July 6, 2026 - 6:15pm
Description:
At 643 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Lake Viva Naughton, which is 18 miles north of Kemmerer, moving
northeast at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail
damage to vegetation is possible.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of southeastern
Lincoln County.
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:
Salt River and Wyoming Ranges; South Lincoln County
Forcast Office:
NWS Riverton WY
Sender: