Isolated Supercells Near Cheyenne Ridge Pack Large Hail, Tornado Punch — SevereWX

Isolated supercells are firing near the Cheyenne Ridge, signaling potential for severe weather in southeastern Wyoming and spots in northeastern Colorado and southwestern Nebraska.

Storms are already bubbling up north of the Cheyenne Ridge, fueled by sneaky low-level moisture sneaking in along the Front Range. SPC's Mesoscale Discussion 1031 eyes renewed development through late afternoon, with a 60% shot at a severe thunderstorm watch.

Under strong wind shear but modest flow aloft, these could spin up into supercells. The biggest worries:

• Hail: 1.5-2.5 inches (golf ball to tennis ball size)
• Tornadoes: Up to 90 mph (low-end EF2 strength)
• Winds: 55-70 mph gusts

Upslope flow east of Cheyenne provides the spark, though mid-level warmth might slow eastward spread initially. Keep eyes on trends—vigorous cells could pack a punch before evening.

Areas at risk include parts near Cheyenne, WY, into adjacent NE Colorado (like around Sterling) and southwest Nebraska fringes. Storms look isolated for now, but any supercell could turn heads.

Stay prepared: Monitor radar via local NWS (CYS, BOU), have a severe weather plan, seek shelter indoors away from windows if warnings pop. Check SPC for updates.