Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 30 at 2:07PM MDT by NWS Billings MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 30, 2026 - 1:07pm
Expires:
August 30, 2026 - 1:45pm
Description:
At 207 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking an area of strong
thunderstorms extending from 11 miles northeast of Ridgeway to 6
miles southeast of Biddle, moving southeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 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...
Ridgeway, Hammond, Belltower, Boyes and Ridge.
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:
Carter
Forcast Office:
NWS Billings MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov