Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 6 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 6, 2026 - 7:00pm
Expires:
July 6, 2026 - 7:30pm
Description:
At 800 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Linch, which is 27 miles southeast of Kaycee, moving northeast at 15
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 southeastern
Johnson County.
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.
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:
Southeast Johnson County
Forcast Office:
NWS Riverton WY
Sender: