Special Weather Statement 06/01/2025 18:17 for Wyoming areas

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued June 1 at 7:17PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
June 1, 2025 - 6:17pm
Expires: 
June 1, 2025 - 6:45pm
Description: 
At 717 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7 miles east of Teapot Rock, which is 30 miles north of Casper, moving east at 10 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 storm will remain over mainly rural areas of northeastern Natrona County. This includes Interstate 25 between mile markers 206 and 210.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways. 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.
Area Description: 
Natrona County Lower Elevations
Forcast Office: 
NWS Riverton WY