Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 25 at 2:59PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 25, 2026 - 1:59pm
Expires:
August 25, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description:
At 259 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7
miles northeast of West Entrance, which is 7 miles northeast of West
Yellowstone, moving east at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch 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 northwestern Park
County.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Persons in campgrounds should consider seeking sturdy shelter until
this storm passes.
Area Description:
Yellowstone National Park
Forcast Office:
NWS Riverton WY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov