Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 25 at 4:39PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 25, 2026 - 3:39pm
Expires:
August 25, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description:
At 439 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Farson, moving east at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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 north central
Sweetwater County.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement
agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service
office in Riverton.
Area Description:
Green Mountains and Rattlesnake Range; Upper Green River Basin; Rock Springs and Green River
Forcast Office:
NWS Riverton WY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov