Montana Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/02/2026 18:05

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 2 at 7:05PM MDT by NWS Billings MT
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 2, 2026 - 6:05pm
Expires: 
July 2, 2026 - 6:45pm
Description: 
At 705 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 6 miles south of Billings, moving east at 25 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... Billings and Lockwood.
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. 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. Heavy rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Area Description: 
Southwestern Yellowstone
Forcast Office: 
NWS Billings MT