Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 25 at 3:14PM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 25, 2026 - 2:14pm
Expires:
August 25, 2026 - 2:45pm
Description:
At 314 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms near Gun Barrel, or 32 miles northeast of Cheyenne,
moving southeast at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and penny 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...
Burns, Albin, Egbert, Harrisburg, Meriden Rest Area, and Gun Barrel.
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.
Area Description:
Banner; Kimball; Goshen County; Central Laramie County; East Laramie County
Forcast Office:
NWS Cheyenne WY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov