Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 8 at 5:43PM MDT by NWS Billings MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 8, 2026 - 4:43pm
Expires:
July 8, 2026 - 5:45pm
Description:
At 543 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking an area of strong
thunderstorms near Sheridan, moving southeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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, Big Horn and Banner.
Instruction:
Monitor the weather situation closely and be alert for threatening
weather conditions.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Area Description:
Northeast Bighorn Mountains; Sheridan Foothills
Forcast Office:
NWS Billings MT
Sender: