Special Weather Statement

FROM: NWS Cheyenne WY
AREA: Central Laramie County; East Laramie County
SENT: 2026-06-20T18:32:00-06:00

Special Weather Statement issued June 20 at 6:32PM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY

At 632 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Burns, or 23 miles east of Cheyenne, moving east at 20 mph.

HAZARD…Wind gusts up to 40 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.

Locations impacted include…
Pine Bluffs, Burns, Egbert, and Pine Bluffs Municipal Airport.

This includes Interstate 80 in Wyoming between mile markers 382 and
402.

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 Tornado Watch remains in effect until 900 PM MDT for the Panhandle
of Nebraska.

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM MDT for
southeastern Wyoming.

Alert Expiration: 2026-06-20T19:00:00-06:00