Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 18 at 3:56PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 18, 2026 - 2:56pm
Expires:
August 18, 2026 - 3:30pm
Description:
At 356 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 10
miles south of Garland, which is 11 miles southeast of Powell, moving
southeast at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and half inch hail.
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 west central Big
Horn and east central Park Counties, including the following
locations... Emblem and Burlington.
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.
Area Description:
Cody Foothills; North Bighorn Basin
Forcast Office:
NWS Riverton WY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov