Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 26 at 7:18PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 26, 2026 - 6:18pm
Expires:
May 26, 2026 - 6:45pm
Description:
At 718 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from 13 miles southwest of Wolf Creek to 8 miles
east of Garrison. Movement was northwest at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Lincoln.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with these storms and may lead
to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
These storms 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.
Area Description:
Southern Rocky Mountain Front; Upper Blackfoot and MacDonald Pass; Gates of the Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov