Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 22 at 12:42PM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 22, 2026 - 11:42am
Expires:
June 22, 2026 - 12:15pm
Description:
At 1242 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Meriden Rest Area, or 34 miles south of Torrington, 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...
La Grange, Albin, Hawk Springs Reservoir, Meriden Rest Area, Hawk
Springs State Recreation Area, Wycross, and Hawk Springs Campground.
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.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 800 PM MDT for
southeastern Wyoming.
Area Description:
Goshen County; Central Laramie County; East Laramie County
Forcast Office:
NWS Cheyenne WY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov