Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 23 at 4:25PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 23, 2026 - 3:25pm
Expires:
July 23, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description:
At 425 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Morton, which is near Pavillion, moving southeast at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch 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 strong thunderstorm will be near...
Kinnear around 430 PM MDT.
Ocean Lake around 435 PM MDT.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
Area Description:
Wind River Basin
Forcast Office:
NWS Riverton WY
Sender: