Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 9 at 1:58PM MDT by NWS Billings MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 9, 2026 - 12:58pm
Expires:
May 9, 2026 - 1:45pm
Description:
At 158 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Sheridan, moving southeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 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...
Sheridan.
Instruction:
Monitor the weather situation closely and be alert for threatening
weather conditions.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
Area Description:
Sheridan Foothills
Forcast Office:
NWS Billings MT