Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 8 at 5:36PM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 8, 2026 - 4:36pm
Expires:
June 8, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
At 536 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles southwest of Chugwater, or 24 miles south of Wheatland, 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.
Locations impacted include...
Chugwater and Slater.
This includes Interstate 25 in Wyoming between mile markers 41 and
61.
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 900 PM MDT for
southeastern Wyoming.
Area Description:
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County; East Platte County; South Laramie Range Foothills; Central Laramie County
Forcast Office:
NWS Cheyenne WY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov