FLASH! A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for parts of south-central Montana, leaving residents scrambling for cover! The National Weather Service in Billings reports a dangerous storm cell packing winds up to 60 mph and hail the size of half-dollars! Are YOU in the danger zone?
This isn't your average summer shower. This is a MONSTER storm capable of ripping roofs off houses, shredding siding, and uprooting trees! Imagine the damage hail this size can do to your car! The storm, clocked at a blistering 35 mph, was last spotted 15 miles southeast of Ballantine and 15 miles west of Hardin. It's moving EAST, and it's moving FAST!
Hardin, Crow Agency, and the Crow Indian Reservation are directly in the path of this meteorological mayhem. If you're in these areas, you NEED to take this seriously. This is a life-threatening situation!
What to do NOW:
- SEEK SHELTER IMMEDIATELY! Find a sturdy building and get inside! Stay away from windows!
- DON'T DRIVE! Torrential rainfall is already causing flash flooding. Driving through flooded roads is incredibly dangerous and could be fatal. Turn around, don't drown!
- STAY INFORMED! Keep your radio or TV tuned to local news for updates. Your life could depend on it!
This is a developing story. We'll bring you more updates as they become available. Stay safe, Montana!
