Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 7 at 1:37PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 7, 2026 - 12:37pm
Expires:
July 7, 2026 - 1:15pm
Description:
At 137 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 10
miles northwest of Legend Rock State Petroglyph Site, which is 18
miles southeast of Meeteetse, moving east at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and penny 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 north central Hot
Springs County, including the following locations... Grass Creek.
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:
Southwest Bighorn Basin; Owl Creek and Bridger Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Riverton WY
Sender: