Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 19 at 5:55PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 19, 2026 - 4:55pm
Expires:
July 19, 2026 - 5:45pm
Description:
At 555 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Fort Phil Kearny Historical Site, which is 15 miles southeast of
Sheridan, moving southeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of north central
Johnson County, including the following locations... Buffalo Johnson
County Airport and Johnson County Fairgrounds.
This includes the following highways...
Interstate 25 near mile marker 299.
Interstate 90 between mile markers 42 and 58.
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.
Area Description:
Bighorn Mountains Southeast; Northeast Johnson County
Forcast Office:
NWS Riverton WY
Sender: