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Severe Thunderstorm Warning 3, NWS Bismarck, ND

June 2, 2017Kidder County, Stutsman County, North Dakota

NWS Bismarck, ND issued this severe thunderstorm warning at Jun 2, 2017, 4:29 PM CDT for Kidder County, Stutsman County, North Dakota. It was in force for 61 min. 4 reports came from inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The outline as issued, with what was reported inside it.

The facts

Issued: Jun 2, 2017, 4:29 PM CDT (21:29 UTC)
Expired: Jun 2, 2017, 5:30 PM CDT
In force: 61 min
Issued by: NWS Bismarck, ND
Area: Storm-based polygon
Hail: 1.0 in
Wind: 60.0 mph

Counties Kidder County, ND, Stutsman County, ND

The radar

The Bismarck radar (KBIS), 118 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 21:31 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.

What was reported inside it

Time	Report	Where	Remark
Jun 2, 5:00 PM CDT	HAIL 1	Crystal Springs, ND
Jun 2, 5:15 PM CDT	HAIL 1.75	7 Nnw Streeter, ND	ESTIMATED 40 TO 50 MPH WINDS OCCURRED JUST BEFORE THE HAIL.
Jun 2, 5:18 PM CDT	HAIL 0.88	4 Wnw Medina, ND
Jun 2, 5:34 PM CDT	HAIL 1	1 N Medina, ND	NWS SAN DIEGO EMPLOYEES REPORT. QUARTER HAIL JUST NORTH OF MEDINA.

Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.

Did it verify

Verified. The Iowa Environmental Mesonet's Cow matched 2 storm reports to this severe thunderstorm warning; the first came 31 minutes after it went out.

Cow counts a report within 15 km of the polygon while the warning was in force: a tornado for a tornado warning; hail of 1 inch or more, a gust of 58 mph or more or wind damage for a severe thunderstorm warning; a flash flood report for a flash flood warning.

The nearest sounding before it

Bismarck Municip, ND (KBIS), launched 12:00Z, 9.5 hours before the alert went out and 113 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-p

Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.

Hodograph

The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.

Mixed-layer CAPE: 378 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN: -285 J/kg
Mixed-layer LCL: 1681 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear: 10 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity: 67 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity: 121 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter: 0.0
Supercell composite: 0.2

Open this sounding in Storm Lab

The text

As transmitted.

543 
WUUS53 KBIS 022129
SVRBIS
NDC043-093-022230-
/O.NEW.KBIS.SV.W.0003.170602T2129Z-170602T2230Z/

BULLETIN - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
429 PM CDT FRI JUN 2 2017

The National Weather Service in Bismarck has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
  Southeastern Kidder County in south central North Dakota...
  Western Stutsman County in southeastern North Dakota...

* Until 530 PM CDT

* At 428 PM CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line
  extending from 6 miles northwest of Woodworth to 9 miles south of
  Tappen, moving northeast at 20 mph.

  HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. 

  SOURCE...Radar indicated. 

  IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage 
           to roofs, siding, and trees. 

* Severe thunderstorms will be near,
  Woodworth around 435 PM CDT. 
  Medina around 510 PM CDT. 

Other locations impacted by these severe thunderstorms include Chase
Lake and Crystal Springs.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.

&&

LAT...LON 4732 9899 4667 9924 4664 9967 4727 9944
TIME...MOT...LOC 2128Z 241DEG 18KT 4720 9942 4674 9956 

HAIL...1.00IN
WIND...60MPH
 
$$

abeling

2 follow-up statements

173 
WWUS53 KBIS 022153
SVSBIS

Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
453 PM CDT FRI JUN 2 2017

NDC043-093-022230-
/O.CON.KBIS.SV.W.0003.000000T0000Z-170602T2230Z/
Kidder ND-Stutsman ND-
453 PM CDT FRI JUN 2 2017

...A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 530 PM CDT
FOR SOUTHEASTERN KIDDER AND WESTERN STUTSMAN COUNTIES...

At 452 PM CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line
extending from 4 miles northwest of Woodworth to 7 miles west of
Medina to 9 miles southeast of Tappen, moving northeast at 35 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. 

SOURCE...Radar indicated. 

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to 
         roofs, siding, and trees. 

These severe storms will be near...
  Woodworth around 530 PM CDT. 

Other locations impacted by these severe thunderstorms include Chase
Lake and Crystal Springs.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.

&&

LAT...LON 4732 9899 4667 9924 4664 9967 4727 9944
TIME...MOT...LOC 2152Z 213DEG 29KT 4720 9936 4687 9946 4678 9949 

HAIL...1.00IN
WIND...60MPH
 
$$

Abeling

352 
WWUS53 KBIS 022215
SVSBIS

Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
515 PM CDT FRI JUN 2 2017

NDC043-022224-
/O.CAN.KBIS.SV.W.0003.000000T0000Z-170602T2230Z/
Kidder ND-
515 PM CDT FRI JUN 2 2017

...THE SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING FOR SOUTHEASTERN KIDDER COUNTY IS
CANCELLED...

The storms which prompted the warning have moved out of the warned 
area. Therefore, the warning has been cancelled.

LAT...LON 4666 9944 4698 9945 4698 9947 4713 9948
      4716 9906 4667 9924
TIME...MOT...LOC 2214Z 240DEG 18KT 4711 9927 4692 9933 4683 9936 

$$

NDC093-022230-
/O.CON.KBIS.SV.W.0003.000000T0000Z-170602T2230Z/
Stutsman ND-
515 PM CDT FRI JUN 2 2017

...A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 530 PM CDT
FOR SOUTHWESTERN STUTSMAN COUNTY...

At 514 PM CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line
extending from near Woodworth to near Medina to 12 miles north of
Streeter, moving northeast at 20 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. 

SOURCE...Trained weather spotters. 

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to 
         roofs, siding, and trees. 

These severe storms will be near...
  Woodworth around 520 PM CDT. 

Other locations impacted by these severe thunderstorms include Chase
Lake.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.

&&

LAT...LON 4666 9944 4698 9945 4698 9947 4713 9948
      4716 9906 4667 9924
TIME...MOT...LOC 2214Z 240DEG 18KT 4711 9927 4692 9933 4683 9936 

HAIL...1.00IN
WIND...60MPH
 
$$

Abeling

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this severe thunderstorm warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Bismarck, ND wrote its last area forecast discussion before this severe thunderstorm warning went out at Jun 2, 2:59 PM CDT, 1 hour 30 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Jun 2, 2:59 PM CDT, 1 hour 30 minutes before

Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
259 PM CDT Fri Jun 2 2017

.SHORT TERM...(This evening through Saturday)

Issued at 259 PM CDT Fri Jun 2 2017

Forecast highlights in the short term period will be thunderstorm
chances (some strong to severe) this afternoon and evening over
south central and eastern parts of North Dakota.

Currently, upper ridge axis moving into the Upper Mississippi
Valley ahead of a mid level S/WV over the Western Dakotas.
Surface trough/frontal boundary moving east into central North
Dakota at the moment. Ahead of the trough, thermal ridge
extending north with 29-31C 925MB temperatures poking northward
from far south central ND north-northeast into the Turtle Mountain
region. Temperatures climbing into the 90s along this warm air
surge, with Bismarck already breaking a record (92 set in 1948)
with a reading of 95F thus far today (as of this writing). Also
accompanying the warm air is a very moist airmass with sfc
dewpoint temperatures into the lower 60s. Resultant MUCAPE ranges
from 3-5K J/KG over much of central and into eastern parts of the
state. CU towers starting to form east of the office as we reach
our convective temperatures. As noted in previous discussions,
lack of shear will result in mainly pulse thunderstorms with
marginally severe hail and/or wind possible from far south central
ND east to the James River Valley and north to the Turtle
Mountain area this afternoon through mid evening. SPC earlier
upgrading this area into a slight risk for severe weather and
continues to be very reasonable.

We still expect storms to initiate over south central ND as per
latest CAMs, with storms developing/moving north/northeast along
the front as it continues eastward. Timing favorable for
development also continue to be around the 20-21Z timeframe. By
06Z tonight all precipitation should be over as a dry westerly
flow spreads stable air from west to east across the region.

Breezy day for Saturday as a potent mid level low moves east
across south central Canada. Not much cooling behind today's
front, with highs still forecast in the 80s for tomorrow.

.LONG TERM...(Saturday night through Friday)

Issued at 259 PM CDT Fri Jun 2 2017

Ridging slowly redevelops into the Northern Plains into Monday,
followed by another mid level S/WV trough/closed low Monday night
into Tuesday. This pattern will favor dry conditions through
Monday daytime, then increasing chances for precipitation Monday
night into Tuesday. Models have come in a tad wetter for Monday
night so this is promising given our dry conditions of late.
Northwest flow aloft then develops followed by ridging for the
remainder of the extended period. Temperatures will remain
warm/about 10-15 degrees above normal for the weekend, followed by
a slight cooling trend early next week. Warmer weather would then
be favored mid-late week when ridging is again advertised.

&&

.AVIATION...(For the 18Z TAFS through 18Z Saturday afternoon)

Issued at 108 PM CDT Fri Jun 2 2017

A cold front will move across central North Dakota this afternoon
and early evening. Isolated to scattered thunderstorms are
possible ahead of the front, including Bismarck, Minot and
Jamestown. The most favored areas will be east of Bismarck and
Minot, and the chances for Jamestown will likely be in the
evening. Therefore will just add a VCTS for these locations. Will
update as needed. Gusty west to northwest winds of 15 to 30 mph
are expected behind the cold front, especially at KDIK and KISN
this afternoon.

&&

.BIS WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
NONE.
&&

SHORT TERM...NH
LONG TERM...NH
AVIATION...TWH

Hazardous weather outlook, Jun 2, 3:22 PM CDT, 1 hour 7 minutes before

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
322 PM CDT Fri Jun 2 2017

NDZ003>005-011>013-019>023-025-034>037-042-045>048-050-051-032030-
Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Ward-McHenry-Pierce-Mercer-Oliver-
McLean-Sheridan-Wells-Foster-Morton-Burleigh-Kidder-Stutsman-
Grant-Sioux-Emmons-Logan-La Moure-McIntosh-Dickey-
322 PM CDT Fri Jun 2 2017 /222 PM MDT Fri Jun 2 2017/

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of north central
North Dakota, south central North Dakota, and southeast North
Dakota.

.DAY ONE...This Afternoon and Tonight

There is a chance for thunderstorms this afternoon into this
evening across central North Dakota. A few storms could be strong
to severe with gusty winds and large hail. The most favorable
area for severe weather will be across far south central North
Dakota this afternoon, and from the James River Valley north to
the Turtle Mountain region this evening.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday

The probability for widespread hazardous weather is low.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation may be needed over parts of central North
Dakota this afternoon and evening. Weather reports can be called
into the NWS Bismarck at 1-800-247-0212. You can also submit
reports or pictures on our Facebook or Twitter pages, and also
via our on-line reporting form at www.weather.gov/bis.

NDZ001-002-009-010-017-018-031>033-040-041-043-044-032030-
Divide-Burke-Williams-Mountrail-McKenzie-Dunn-Golden Valley-
Billings-Stark-Slope-Hettinger-Bowman-Adams-
322 PM CDT Fri Jun 2 2017 /222 PM MDT Fri Jun 2 2017/

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of northwest North
Dakota and southwest North Dakota.

.DAY ONE...This Afternoon and Tonight

There is a slight chance for thunderstorms this afternoon. Severe
weather is not expected.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday

The probability for widespread hazardous weather is low.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation will not be needed.

In the hours before

Special weather statement, Jun 2, 3:08 PM CDT, 1 hour 21 minutes before

Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
308 PM CDT FRI JUN 2 2017

NDZ036-022030-
Kidder ND-
308 PM CDT FRI JUN 2 2017

...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM WILL SOUTHERN KIDDER COUNTY UNTIL 330 PM
CDT...

At 307 PM CDT, a strong thunderstorm was located over Steele, moving
northeast at 25 mph.

Nickel size hail and wind gusts to 50 mph will be possible with this
storm.

Locations impacted include...
Steele, Tappen, Dawson and Lake Isabel.

This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.

LAT...LON 4677 9993 4683 9999 4705 9980 4684 9960
TIME...MOT...LOC 2007Z 224DEG 20KT 4685 9990

HAMILTON

Special weather statement, Jun 2, 3:32 PM CDT, 57 minutes before

Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
332 PM CDT FRI JUN 2 2017

NDZ005-013-022100-
Rolette-Pierce-
332 PM CDT FRI JUN 2 2017

...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM WILL AFFECT NORTHEASTERN PIERCE AND
SOUTHEASTERN ROLETTE COUNTIES UNTIL 400 PM CDT...

At 332 PM CDT, a strong thunderstorm was located near Wolford, or 18
miles northeast of Rugby, moving northeast at 20 mph.

Winds gusts to 40 mph and penny size hail are possible with this
storm.

Locations impacted include...
Wolford, Mylo and Agate.

This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.

LAT...LON 4879 9952 4873 9953 4872 9952 4872 9949
      4844 9949 4837 9956 4837 9957 4846 9980
      4881 9959
TIME...MOT...LOC 2032Z 209DEG 16KT 4849 9963

HEINERT

Local storm report, Jun 2, 3:51 PM CDT, 38 minutes before

PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE BISMARCK ND
351 PM CDT FRI JUN 2 2017

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

0325 PM     TSTM WND GST     5 NW DAWSON             46.92N 99.83W
06/02/2017  E60 MPH          KIDDER             ND   TRAINED SPOTTER

            DIME SIZE HAIL ALSO REPORTED WITH THIS
            STORM.

&&

NJH

Local storm report, Jun 2, 3:54 PM CDT, 35 minutes before

PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE BISMARCK ND
354 PM CDT FRI JUN 2 2017

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

0350 PM     HAIL             2 W TAPPEN              46.88N 99.68W
06/02/2017  M1.00 INCH       KIDDER             ND   PUBLIC

            MEASURED ALONG INTERSTATE 94.

&&

NJH

Local storm report, Jun 2, 4:07 PM CDT, 22 minutes before

PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE BISMARCK ND
407 PM CDT FRI JUN 2 2017

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

0350 PM     HAIL             2 W TAPPEN              46.88N 99.68W
06/02/2017  M1.00 INCH       KIDDER             ND   NWS EMPLOYEE

            MEASURED ALONG INTERSTATE 94. REPORT VIA NWS
            EMPLOYEE FROM WFO SAN DIEGO CA.

&&

NJH

The office that day

Everything else NWS Bismarck, ND issued on the same UTC day.

Issued	Product	Office	Counties	Lasted
Jun 2, 3:08 PM CDT	Special Weather Statement	BIS	Kidder	22 min
Jun 2, 3:21 PM CDT	Severe Thunderstorm Warning	BIS	Kidder	39 min
Jun 2, 3:32 PM CDT	Special Weather Statement	BIS	Rolette	28 min
Jun 2, 3:58 PM CDT	Severe Thunderstorm Warning	BIS	Kidder, Wells	41 min
Jun 2, 5:27 PM CDT	Severe Thunderstorm Warning	BIS	Stutsman	63 min
Jun 2, 6:11 PM CDT	Special Weather Statement	BIS	Logan	34 min
Jun 2, 6:12 PM CDT	Special Weather Statement	BIS	Sioux	48 min
Jun 2, 6:17 PM CDT	Special Weather Statement	BIS	Kidder	43 min
Jun 2, 6:28 PM CDT	Severe Thunderstorm Warning	BIS	Stutsman	62 min
Jun 2, 6:53 PM CDT	Special Weather Statement	BIS	Wells	52 min
Jun 2, 6:56 PM CDT	Severe Thunderstorm Warning	BIS	Kidder, Stutsman	64 min

Nearby

Severe Thunderstorm Warnings in North Dakota, 2017 Every severe thunderstorm warning in 2017

Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.