Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 7 at 12:22PM MDT by NWS Billings MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 7, 2026 - 11:22am
Expires:
September 7, 2026 - 12:15pm
Description:
At 1222 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking an area of strong
thunderstorms extending from 17 miles north of Roundup to 16 miles
northwest of Billings West End moving east at 30 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...
Roundup, Melstone, Worden, Musselshell and Klein. This does NOT
include the city Billings.
Strong winds may occur with little to no precipitation.
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; Golden Valley; Northeastern Yellowstone
Forcast Office:
NWS Billings MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov