Special Weather Statement until SAT 8:00 PM MDT

Strong Thunderstorm Bringing Gusty Winds and Hail Until 8 PM MDT

What’s Happening:

A strong thunderstorm is moving southeast at 10 mph, impacting northeastern Natrona and southeastern Johnson Counties. The storm is expected to continue through 8 PM MDT.

Affected Areas:

• Northeastern Natrona County
• Southeastern Johnson County

What to Expect:

• Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph
• Hail up to half an inch in diameter
• 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 is possible.
• Localized flooding could affect travel; avoid flooded roads.
• Lightning poses a risk; it can strike up to 10 miles away from the storm.

Safety Tips:

• If outdoors, seek shelter inside a building.
• Avoid driving through flooded roadways.
• Stay indoors and away from windows during 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.