Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 29 at 1:13PM MDT by NWS Billings MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 29, 2026 - 12:13pm
Expires:
July 29, 2026 - 1:00pm
Description:
At 113 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 19
miles east of Biddle moving northeast at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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...
Biddle, Ridge, Belle Creek, Hammond and Boyes.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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.
Heavy rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Area Description:
Powder River; Carter
Forcast Office:
NWS Billings MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov