Wyoming Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/08/2026 18:20

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 8 at 7:20PM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 8, 2026 - 6:20pm
Expires: 
July 8, 2026 - 6:45pm
Description: 
At 720 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 11 miles northwest of Meriden Rest Area, or 34 miles northeast of Cheyenne, moving northeast at 20 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 southwestern Goshen and northeastern Laramie Counties.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 800 PM MDT for southeastern Wyoming.
Area Description: 
Goshen County
Forcast Office: 
NWS Cheyenne WY