Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 16 at 5:30PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 16, 2024 - 4:30pm
Expires:
September 16, 2024 - 5:15pm
Description:
At 530 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 16
miles west of South Entrance, moving north at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and penny 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 northwestern Teton
County.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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:
Yellowstone National Park; Teton and Gros Ventre Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Riverton WY