Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 29 at 2:43PM MDT by NWS Billings MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 29, 2026 - 1:43pm
Expires:
May 29, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description:
At 243 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 20
miles east of Sheridan, moving northeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 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...
Mainly rural areas of Eastern Sheridan County.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Area Description:
Sheridan Foothills
Forcast Office:
NWS Billings MT