Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 6 at 4:57PM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 6, 2026 - 3:57pm
Expires:
July 6, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description:
At 456 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Sandy Beach Campground, or 24 miles southwest of Lusk. This
thunderstorm was nearly stationary.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea 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...
Guernsey, Hartville, Sibley Peak, Oregon Trail Ruts State Historic
Site, Register Cliff State Historic Site, Reno Cove Campground, Sandy
Beach Campground, Sandy Cove Campground, Two Moon Campground,
Guernsey State Park, Glendo State Park, and Cassa.
This includes Interstate 25 in Wyoming between mile markers 101 and
108.
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:
Niobrara County; East Platte County; Goshen County
Forcast Office:
NWS Cheyenne WY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov