Special Weather Statement until SAT 7:30 PM MDT

Strong Thunderstorm Bringing Gusty Winds and Hail to North Central Natrona and South Central Johnson Counties

What’s Happening:

A strong thunderstorm is impacting areas of north central Natrona and south central Johnson Counties, moving south at 10 mph. The storm will persist through 7:30 PM MDT.

Affected Areas:

• North Central Natrona County
• South Central Johnson County
• Interstate 25 between mile markers 229 and 241

What to Expect:

• Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph
• Penny-sized hail
• Torrential rainfall leading to potential localized flooding
• Frequent cloud-to-ground lightning

Impacts:

• Gusty winds may knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects
• Minor hail damage to vegetation possible
• Potential travel disruptions on Interstate 25

Safety Tips:

• Seek shelter inside a building if outdoors
• Avoid driving through flooded roadways
• Stay indoors to avoid lightning strikes, which can occur up to 10 miles from the storm

When to Check Back:

Monitor weather.gov or trib.com/weather for updates.

This weather alert was produced with AI assistance using National Weather Service data.