Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 7 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 7, 2026 - 5:00pm
Expires:
July 7, 2026 - 5:45pm
Description:
At 600 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Hole In The Wall, which is 7 miles southwest of Kaycee, moving
southeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 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
Natrona and south central Johnson Counties.
This includes Interstate 25 between mile markers 237 and 254.
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; Natrona County Lower Elevations
Forcast Office:
NWS Riverton WY
Sender: