Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 22 at 10:27PM MDT by NWS Missoula MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 22, 2026 - 9:27pm
Expires:
August 22, 2026 - 10:00pm
Description:
At 927 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a line of strong
thunderstorms extending from 23 miles northeast of Headquarters to 43
miles south of Tarkio, or extending from 36 miles southwest of
Superior to 32 miles west of Hamilton, moving northeast at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Powell and Lolo Pass.
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.
Area Description:
Southern Clearwater Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Missoula MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov