Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 9 at 7:51PM MDT by NWS Billings MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 9, 2026 - 6:51pm
Expires:
June 9, 2026 - 7:15pm
Description:
At 751 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 15
miles east of Biddle, or 27 miles southeast of Broadus, moving
northeast at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 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...
Hammond and Boyes.
Instruction:
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
Area Description:
Powder River; Carter
Forcast Office:
NWS Billings MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov