Wyoming Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/08/2026 16:05

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 8 at 5:05PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 8, 2026 - 4:05pm
Expires: 
July 8, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description: 
At 505 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 9 miles southeast of Dead Indian Pass, which is 12 miles northwest of Cody, moving east at 15 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and nickel 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. This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of northeastern Park County.
Instruction: 
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: 
Absaroka Mountains; Cody Foothills
Forcast Office: 
NWS Riverton WY