Thunderstorm Wind — Silver Bow, Montana

2010-08-26 · near Butte, Silver Bow, Montana

Event narrative

Large trees fell across roadways and power lines were knocked down in portions of Butte. A few small grass fires were reported from the downed power lines.

Wider weather episode

Severe thunderstorms across western Montana produced wind damage in portions of southwest Montana. Trees were toppled and power lines knocked down with a few properties reporting damage.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 258062. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.