Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 26 at 4:56PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 26, 2026 - 3:56pm
Expires:
June 26, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description:
At 455 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Powder River Rest Area, which is 32 miles west of Gillette, moving
northeast at 20 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 86 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: