Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 15 at 1:33PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 15, 2026 - 12:33pm
Expires:
August 15, 2026 - 1:00pm
Description:
At 133 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Antelope Hills, which is 16 miles north of Casper, moving east at 25
mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 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 east central
Natrona County.
This includes Interstate 25 between mile markers 198 and 211.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Area Description:
Natrona County Lower Elevations
Forcast Office:
NWS Riverton WY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov