Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 6:35PM MDT by NWS Rapid City SD
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 17, 2026 - 5:35pm
Expires:
July 17, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description:
At 635 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 16
miles southwest of Echeta, or 26 miles west of Gillette, moving
northwest at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and half inch size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Mainly rural areas of West Central Campbell County.
This includes Interstate 90 in Wyoming between Mile Markers 97 and
113.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Northern Campbell; Southern Campbell
Forcast Office:
NWS Rapid City SD
Sender: