Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 14 at 5:58PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 14, 2026 - 4:58pm
Expires:
July 14, 2026 - 5:45pm
Description:
At 558 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Winifred, or 38 miles north of Lewistown, moving northeast at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and nickel 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...
Winifred.
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.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 100 AM MDT for
central and north central Montana.
Area Description:
Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine; Fergus County below 4500ft
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov