
Dangerous heat will remain across portions of the southern U.S. through the weekend. A heat wave over the Southwest will intensify this week, peaking and expanding into the Intermountain West and northern High Plains this weekend. Severe thunderstorms will produce damaging winds and heavy rainfall over portions of the northern/central Plains into the mid/upper-Mississippi Valleys today. Read More >
Billings, MT
Weather Forecast Office
Overview
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A thunderstorm moved through Lavina, MT on May 16th producing a microburst with winds estimated at 70 mph. An unsecured shed was lifted off railroad ties and collapsed as it hit the ground. A few trees were also snapped with minor roof damage occurring to a few homes. |
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Photos
Damage Photos in Lavina, MT
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| Large unsecured storage shed was lifted off its elevated base and collapsed as it made impact with the ground. | Footings of the shed. | Pine was snapped near the base. | Pine was snapped at the base. Some rot was noted in the center of the tree. |
Radar
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| Radar animation showing the storm moving through Lavina just prior to the last frame of this animated GIF. |
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US Dept of Commerce
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
National Weather Service
Billings, MT
2170 Overland Ave
Billings, MT 59102-6455
(406) 652-0851
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