Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 6 at 5:28PM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 6, 2026 - 4:28pm
Expires:
July 6, 2026 - 4:45pm
Description:
At 528 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Sandy Beach Campground, or 24 miles southwest of Lusk, moving north
at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea 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...
Glendo, Glendo State Park, Reno Cove Campground, Sandy Beach
Campground, Bennett Hill Campground, Two Moon Campground, and Cassa.
This includes Interstate 25 in Wyoming between mile markers 109 and
120.
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.
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.
Area Description:
Converse County Lower Elevations; Niobrara County; East Platte County; Goshen County
Forcast Office:
NWS Cheyenne WY
Sender: