Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 29 at 5:04PM MDT by NWS Billings MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 29, 2026 - 4:04pm
Expires:
May 29, 2026 - 4:45pm
Description:
At 504 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 18
miles southeast of Ashland, or 29 miles west of Broadus, and is
mostly stationary.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and penny size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Mainly rural areas of Northwestern Powder River County.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Area Description:
Powder River
Forcast Office:
NWS Billings MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov