Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 7 at 2:05PM MDT by NWS Missoula MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 7, 2026 - 1:05pm
Expires:
May 7, 2026 - 1:45pm
Description:
At 205 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 12
miles southwest of Whitefish, or 11 miles northwest of Kalispell,
moving southeast at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 30 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Kalispell, Evergreen and Kila.
Instruction:
Monitor the weather situation closely and be alert for threatening
weather conditions.
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.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
Area Description:
Kootenai/Cabinet Region; Flathead/Mission Valleys
Forcast Office:
NWS Missoula MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov