Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 11:52AM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 18, 2026 - 10:52am
Expires:
September 18, 2026 - 11:30am
Description:
At 1152 AM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms 29 miles southwest of Bitter Creek Rest Area, which is
31 miles southeast of Rock Springs, moving northeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph, nickel size hail, and heavy
rainfall.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of south central
Sweetwater 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.
Area Description:
East Sweetwater County
Forcast Office:
NWS Riverton WY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov