Avalanche — Broadwater, Montana

2022-07-18 · Broadwater, Montana

Event narrative

Mesonet station GINM8 (Ginger) measured 60 mph wind gust.

Wider weather episode

Deep southwesterly flow aloft developed in advance of a vigorous upper-level low leading to the development of storm activity, some severe, across much of the CWA, but particularly along the Hi-Line. Although some hail was produced, this was primarily a strong, gusty wind event.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1033806. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.