Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 22 at 4:25PM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 22, 2026 - 3:25pm
Expires:
August 22, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 425 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Garrett, or 29 miles west of Wheatland, moving northeast at 5 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and nickel 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...
Laramie Peak, Friend Park Campground, and Garrett.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
North Laramie Range
Forcast Office:
NWS Cheyenne WY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov