Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 23 at 9:35PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 23, 2026 - 8:35pm
Expires:
August 23, 2026 - 9:00pm
Description:
At 934 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7
miles north of Sage Junction, which is 10 miles south of Cokeville,
moving east at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of southwestern
Lincoln County.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Salt River and Wyoming Ranges; South Lincoln County
Forcast Office:
NWS Riverton WY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov