Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 29 at 1:24PM MDT by NWS Billings MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 29, 2026 - 12:24pm
Expires:
July 29, 2026 - 1:30pm
Description:
At 124 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking an area of strong
thunderstorms extending from 40 miles northwest of Ekalaka to 23
miles northeast of Broadus moving northeast at 25 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...
Baker, Ekalaka, Plevna, Ismay, Medicine Rocks State Park, Willard,
Westmore, Webster, Knowlton, Mill Iron, Powderville and Ollie.
Instruction:
These storms 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 these storms and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Area Description:
Custer; Fallon; Powder River; Carter
Forcast Office:
NWS Billings MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov