Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 15 at 5:25PM MDT by NWS Missoula MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 15, 2026 - 4:25pm
Expires:
August 15, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
At 425 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 34
miles southwest of Tarkio, or 43 miles south of Superior, moving
northeast at 20 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 damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Mainly rural areas of Northeastern Idaho and East Central
Clearwater Counties.
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.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Area Description:
Northern Clearwater Mountains; Southern Clearwater Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Missoula MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov