Montana Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/08/2026 16:45

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 8 at 5:45PM MDT by NWS Billings MT
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 8, 2026 - 4:45pm
Expires: 
July 8, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description: 
At 545 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a line of strong thunderstorms extending from 16 miles northwest of Hardin to 13 miles northwest of Busby, or extending from 16 miles northwest of Hardin to 22 miles southeast of Hardin, moving east-northeast at 15 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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 North Central Big Horn County.
Instruction: 
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. Torrential rainfall is also occurring with these storms and may lead to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Area Description: 
Northern Big Horn
Forcast Office: 
NWS Billings MT