Montana Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 06/01/2026 15:39

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued June 1 at 4:39PM MDT by NWS Billings MT
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
June 1, 2026 - 3:39pm
Expires: 
June 1, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description: 
At 439 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 14 miles west of Colstrip, moving northeast at 25 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch 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... Colstrip.
Instruction: 
Monitor the weather situation closely and be alert for threatening weather conditions. 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: 
Treasure; Northern Rosebud
Forcast Office: 
NWS Billings MT
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov