Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 25 at 2:00PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 25, 2026 - 1:00pm
Expires:
June 25, 2026 - 1:30pm
Description:
At 159 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 9
miles southeast of Rock Springs, moving east at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph, nickel size hail, and frequent
lightning.
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 central Sweetwater
County, including the following locations... Southwest Wyoming
Regional Airport and Point Of Rocks.
This includes Interstate 80 between mile markers 122 and 123, and
between mile markers 125 and 135.
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:
East Sweetwater County
Forcast Office:
NWS Riverton WY
Sender: