Hail — Flathead, Montana

2013-07-17 · near Creston, Flathead, Montana

Event narrative

A right-moving supercell developed just southeast of Kila and tracked north and east across the Creston area. A farmer reported hail accumulation between 6 and 8 inches that dented vehicle hoods and damaged barley, spring wheat and canola crops. The half inch hail was estimated.

Wider weather episode

A mid-level southwest 50 knot jet maximum combined with high moisture and very warm temperatures provided the prime environment for strong supercells. These cells brought both severe wind and hail.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 469454. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.