Montana Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 05/29/2026 13:04

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 29 at 2:04PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 29, 2026 - 1:04pm
Expires: 
May 29, 2026 - 1:45pm
Description: 
At 204 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 15 miles southeast of Lewistown, moving northwest at 15 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and penny size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include... Heath.
Instruction: 
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways. 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.
Area Description: 
Fergus County below 4500ft; Snowy and Judith Mountains
Forcast Office: 
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov