Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 23 at 6:29PM MDT by NWS Billings MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 23, 2026 - 5:29pm
Expires:
August 23, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description:
At 629 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 14
miles north of Worden, or 26 miles southeast of Roundup, moving east
at 40 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...
Mainly rural areas of Southeastern Musselshell and Northeastern
Yellowstone Counties.
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.
Area Description:
Musselshell; Northeastern Yellowstone
Forcast Office:
NWS Billings MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov