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Billings, MT
Weather Forecast Office
Overview
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. |
Photos
Damage Photos in Lavina, MT
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
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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