Wyoming Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/08/2026 16:44

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 8 at 5:44PM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 8, 2026 - 4:44pm
Expires: 
July 8, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description: 
At 544 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Keeline, or 15 miles west of Lusk, moving east at 15 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 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. Locations impacted include... Manville.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. 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. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 800 PM MDT for east central Wyoming.
Area Description: 
Niobrara County
Forcast Office: 
NWS Cheyenne WY