Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 15 at 5:42PM MDT by NWS Missoula MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 15, 2026 - 4:42pm
Expires:
August 15, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description:
At 542 PM MDT /442 PM PDT/, Doppler radar was tracking a line of
strong thunderstorms extending from 35 miles south of Tarkio to 26
miles west of Darby, or extending from 36 miles northwest of Hamilton
to 28 miles west of Hamilton, moving east 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...
Powell.
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 these storms and may lead
to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Area Description:
Southern Clearwater Mountains; Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Missoula MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov