Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 17 at 8:51PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 17, 2026 - 7:51pm
Expires:
September 17, 2026 - 8:15pm
Description:
At 850 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Lake Viva Naughton, which is 11 miles north of Kemmerer, moving
northeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of southeastern
Lincoln County.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Heavy rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
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.
Area Description:
Salt River and Wyoming Ranges; South Lincoln County
Forcast Office:
NWS Riverton WY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov