Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 7 at 6:42PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 7, 2026 - 5:42pm
Expires:
July 7, 2026 - 6:15pm
Description:
At 641 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 13
miles southeast of Sage Junction, which is 16 miles east of Randolph,
moving northeast at 35 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.
Locations impacted include...
Fossil Butte National Monument and Kemmerer.
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:
Salt River and Wyoming Ranges; South Lincoln County
Forcast Office:
NWS Riverton WY
Sender: