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18/08/2024

Isolated to scattered showers and thunderstorms will develop late this afternoon in central Montana and move into northeast Montana this evening. A few storms could become severe this evening and tonight with damaging winds. Additional storms are expected across northeast Montana Monday and Monday night. Some storms Monday afternoon and evening could become severe with large hail and damaging winds.

17/08/2024

A STRONG THUNDERSTORM WILL IMPACT NORTHWESTERN CUSTER AND NORTHERN ROSEBUD COUNTIES THROUGH 1100 PM MDT...

At 1019 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7 miles southeast of Hillside, or 37 miles northwest of Miles City, moving southeast at 20 mph.

HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and nickel size hail.

Locations impacted include... Rock Springs and Angela.

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.

17/08/2024

A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of southeastern Garfield and northwestern Prairie Counties through 1115 PM MDT ...

At 1013 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Hillside, or 39 miles southeast of Jordan, moving east at 20 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... Hillside and Crow Rock.

17/08/2024

***THIS WARNING HAS EXPIRED*** Severe Thunderstorm Warning including Capitol MT until 9:15 PM MDT

17/08/2024

Until 915 PM MDT.

* At 855 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 12 miles east of Ridgeway, or 35 miles southeast of Ekalaka, moving east at 40 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.

17/08/2024

Until 900 PM MDT.

* At 758 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 10 miles southeast of Jordan, moving southeast at 20 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.

* Locations impacted include... Cohagen and Hillside.

16/08/2024

8/16/24
5:55pm
A couple of strong storm statements are in effect for portions of central and southeastern Montana. No warnings at this moment.
Be weather aware!

16/08/2024

A severe thunderstorm has developed about 80 miles away from the nearest risk area. This is a great example for why having a constant, reliable way to receive weather alerts is important!

16/08/2024

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Southwestern Custer County in southeastern Montana... Northwestern Powder River County in southeastern Montana... Central Rosebud County in southeastern Montana...

* Until 545 PM MDT.

* At 501 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 10 miles east of Colstrip, moving east at 25 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.

* Locations impacted include... Brandenberg.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.

16/08/2024

...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM WILL IMPACT CENTRAL ROSEBUD COUNTY THROUGH 530 PM MDT...

At 437 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Colstrip, moving east at 25 mph.

HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and penny size hail.

13/08/2024

[8/13 2:33am] Showers & t-storms will impact the region today. Storms could produce strong winds and heavy rain, so stay alert if you have travel or outdoor plans! T-storms should begin developing over the mountains by around noon.

13/08/2024

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13/08/2024

(CANCELLED➰ Storm has weakened )
* At 828 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 14 miles northwest of Forsyth, moving northeast at 30 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

13/08/2024

...STRONG THUNDERSTORMS WILL IMPACT SOUTHEASTERN BIG HORN... SOUTHWESTERN CUSTER...POWDER RIVER...ROSEBUD AND NORTHEASTERN SHERIDAN COUNTIES THROUGH 845 PM MDT...

At 745 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong thunderstorms along a line extending from 12 miles southeast of Hysham to 7 miles south of Ashland to 25 miles east of Sheridan. Movement was northeast at 45 mph.

HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects.

Locations impacted include... Miles City, Colstrip, Forsyth, Broadus, Volborg, Ashland, Rosebud, Moorhead, Cartersville, Olive, Hathaway, Otter, Twelve Mile Dam, Sonnette, Brandenberg, Garland, Moon Creek Ranch, and Vananda.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.

12/08/2024

[8/12 2:54am] Locally dense fog with visibility to a half mile or less, will impact areas near the Dakotas border early this morning. Might want to allow for a little extra time if you will be commuting.

12/08/2024

Incredible Aurora in Eastern Montana!

A bright glow was visible in the northern sky from sundown, but approximately 12:10 am, the geomagnetic storm intensified and a large bright curtain on light swept the sky from the east. Almost the entire sky glowed red with swirls of bright green dancing amongst it before it slowly faded in brightness and to a darker/deeper tone of red before disappearing almost entirely by 12:30. Dim pulses of light could be seen shooting across the sky for more than on hour afterwards.

12/08/2024

11/08/2024

•Severe storm outlook Tuesday 8/13/24•

Some potential for large hail and damaging winds from thunderstorms is being noted for this coming Tuesday in eastern Montana.
Probabilities will be clearer as we get closer to the day.

10/08/2024

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10/08/2024

ICYMI…

[8/10 2:37am] We'll see temps climb to near 80° today, then a good chance of showers/thunderstorms in the late afternoon & evening. Main risks are strong wind gusts, small hail and locally heavy rain. Stay alert if you have outdoor plans today!

09/08/2024

Yep. A Frost Advisory is in effect for portions of western North Dakota until 9am this morning. 😮

08/08/2024

Tuesday night's over 70 mile per hour wind storm caused significant property damage around town, and a few residents in the Heights in the Windsor Estates mobile court saw their homes crushed.

07/08/2024

*** This statement has expired and is no longer valid. ***

A special weather statement has been issued for Jordan MT and Brusett MT until 9:30 PM MDT. Please let us know what kind of weather you see with these storms below in the comments.

07/08/2024

Until 745 PM MDT.

* At 703 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Absarokee, or 11 miles west of Columbus, moving east at 40 mph.

HAZARD...Ping pong ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts, along with very heavy rain.

07/08/2024

Storm damage causes gas leak and subsequent evacuation in Billings

Billings police are asking residents of a trailer court on King Arthur Drive in the Heights to evacuate because of a large gas leak.

07/08/2024

We have crews out clearing debris from the wind. If you see something, let us know by DM or comment below so we can get it cleaned up. Thanks for your help!

Picture is of Rimrock Road near 17th - please avoid the area as we get it removed.

07/08/2024

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Yep. A Frost Advisory is in effect for portions of western North Dakota until 9am this morning. 😮

Strong thunderstorms moving into Custer and Powder River County

The storms are near severe magnitude.

NOON UPDATE: UPGRADE! Severe winds gusts, marginally severe hail, and heavy rain (up to 1/2”) will accompany some storms as they move east across southeastern Montana today. Watches and warnings may be necessary.

After the storm: Miles City Community Appreciation event! We are sharing the announcement of this event from Miles City Chamber of Commerce. We’ve added a few words of our own about weather safety.

Miles City Community Appreciation Event

Miles City Area Chamber of Commerce posted the invitation on their page and we want to help spread the word with a little message of our own about weather safety. #mtwx

Thunderstorms will initiate on the higher terrain of Montana today and move eastward with the potential for damaging winds gusts. This threat could possibly extend to the western Dakotas. Have a way to receive weather alerts today and seek adequate shelter in due time!

🟥🟥🟥EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING THROUGH THURSDAY AT 9PM🟥🟥🟥 Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. Stay cool, stay hydrated, stay informed.