Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 2:40PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 18, 2026 - 1:40pm
Expires:
September 18, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description:
At 240 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms capable of producing a landspout 9 miles northwest of
Castle Gardens, which is 23 miles southeast of Shoshoni, moving
northeast at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Landspouts, wind gusts up to 50 mph, and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Gusty winds
could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured
objects.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of west central
Natrona and east central Fremont Counties.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential 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:
Wind River Basin; Natrona County Lower Elevations
Forcast Office:
NWS Riverton WY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov