Montana Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/08/2026 17:53

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 8 at 6:53PM MDT by NWS Billings MT
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 8, 2026 - 5:53pm
Expires: 
July 8, 2026 - 6:45pm
Description: 
At 653 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7 miles south of Colstrip, moving east at 35 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and nickel 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... Colstrip, Ashland, Brandenberg and Northern Cheyenne Indian Reservation.
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 this storm and may lead to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Area Description: 
Northern Rosebud; Powder River; Southern Rosebud
Forcast Office: 
NWS Billings MT