High Wind — Richland, Montana

2026-01-15 to 2026-01-16 · Richland, Montana

Event narrative

The Savage MT-16 DOT site (MTSVG) measured a 68 mph wind gust.

Wider weather episode

A strong clipper storm system from the Canadian Rockies moved into our region, producing strong and damaging wind across northeast Montana.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1314641. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.