Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 9 at 1:24PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 9, 2026 - 12:24pm
Expires:
May 9, 2026 - 1:00pm
Description:
At 124 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles northeast of Sand Draw, which is 23 miles southeast of
Riverton, moving east at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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 storm will remain over mainly rural areas of east central
Fremont County.
Instruction:
Heavy 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; Green Mountains and Rattlesnake Range
Forcast Office:
NWS Riverton WY