Special Weather Statement

FROM: NWS Riverton WY
AREA: Absaroka Mountains; Cody Foothills
SENT: 2026-07-15T14:36:00-06:00

Special Weather Statement issued July 15 at 2:36PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY

At 236 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles southwest of Sunlight Basin, which is 21 miles northeast of
East Entrance, moving northeast at 25 mph.

HAZARD…Wind gusts up to 50 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 strong thunderstorm will be near…
Sunlight Basin around 245 PM MDT.

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.

Alert Expiration: 2026-07-15T15:15:00-06:00