Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 27 at 4:25PM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 27, 2026 - 3:25pm
Expires:
August 27, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 425 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Silver Sage Estates, or 11 miles west of Cheyenne, moving east at 20
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...
Cheyenne, Happy Valley, Silver Sage Estates, Warren AFB, and
Ranchettes.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description:
South Laramie Range Foothills; Central Laramie County
Forcast Office:
NWS Cheyenne WY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov