Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 18 at 7:05PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 18, 2026 - 6:05pm
Expires:
August 18, 2026 - 6:30pm
Description:
At 705 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Mayoworth, which is near Kaycee, moving southeast at 50 mph.
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.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of southeastern
Johnson County.
This includes Interstate 25 between mile markers 254 and 268.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Southeast Johnson County
Forcast Office:
NWS Riverton WY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov