Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 26 at 4:30PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 26, 2026 - 3:30pm
Expires:
June 26, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 429 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 9
miles south of Powder River Rest Area, which is 33 miles southeast of
Buffalo, moving northeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail
damage to vegetation is possible.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of east central
Johnson County.
This includes Interstate 90 between mile markers 91 and 95.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Area Description:
Northeast Johnson County; Southeast Johnson County
Forcast Office:
NWS Riverton WY
Sender: