Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 7 at 11:02AM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 7, 2026 - 10:02am
Expires:
June 7, 2026 - 10:30am
Description:
At 1101 AM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm
capable of producing a landspout 12 miles west of Otto, which is 22
miles northeast of Meeteetse, moving northeast at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Landspouts and wind gusts up to 50 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Gusty winds
could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured
objects.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of southwestern Big
Horn County, including the following locations... Emblem, Burlington,
and Big Horn County Fairgrounds.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
North Bighorn Basin
Forcast Office:
NWS Riverton WY
Sender: