Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 3:46PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 18, 2026 - 2:46pm
Expires:
September 18, 2026 - 3:30pm
Description:
At 346 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from 12 miles south of Powder River to 9 miles east
of Bates Hole. Movement was northeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and pea 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.
Strong thunderstorms will be near...
Beartrap Meadows County Park and Emigrant Gap around 405 PM MDT.
Other locations in the path of these storms include southwestern
Casper, Red Butte, Mills and Paradise Valley.
This includes Interstate 25 between mile markers 176 and 195.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
These storms 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:
Green Mountains and Rattlesnake Range; Natrona County Lower Elevations; Casper Mountain
Forcast Office:
NWS Riverton WY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov