< Wyoming Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 06/08/2026 15:08

Wyoming Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 06/08/2026 15:08

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued June 8 at 4:08PM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
June 8, 2026 - 3:08pm
Expires: 
June 8, 2026 - 3:45pm
Description: 
At 408 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 10 miles southwest of Chugwater, or 26 miles south of Wheatland, moving east at 15 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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. Locations impacted include... Chugwater. This includes Interstate 25 in Wyoming between mile markers 44 and 59.
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. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM MDT for southeastern Wyoming.
Area Description: 
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County; East Platte County; South Laramie Range Foothills; Central Laramie County
Forcast Office: 
NWS Cheyenne WY