Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 6:28PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 17, 2026 - 5:28pm
Expires:
July 17, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description:
At 628 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Powder River Rest Area, which is 30 miles west of Gillette, moving
northwest at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and penny size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail
damage to vegetation is possible.
This strong thunderstorm will be near...
Powder River Rest Area around 635 PM MDT.
This includes Interstate 90 between mile markers 71 and 95.
Instruction:
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement
agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service
office in Riverton.
Area Description:
Northeast Johnson County; Southeast Johnson County
Forcast Office:
NWS Riverton WY
Sender: