Special Weather Statement

FROM: NWS Cheyenne WY
AREA: Niobrara County
SENT: 2026-06-22T21:26:00-06:00

Special Weather Statement issued June 22 at 9:26PM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY

At 926 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 17
miles southwest of Morrisey, or 39 miles west of Edgemont, moving
east at 30 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.

This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of northwestern
Niobrara County.

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 1000 PM MDT for
east central Wyoming.

Alert Expiration: 2026-06-22T22:00:00-06:00