Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 8 at 3:33PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 8, 2026 - 2:33pm
Expires:
July 8, 2026 - 3:00pm
Description:
At 333 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 11
miles south of Garland, which is 12 miles southeast of Powell, moving
east at 20 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 west central Big
Horn County.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
North Bighorn Basin
Forcast Office:
NWS Riverton WY
Sender: