Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 25 at 3:57PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 25, 2026 - 2:57pm
Expires:
July 25, 2026 - 3:45pm
Description:
At 356 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 26
miles southeast of Cascade, moving northeast at 40 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...
Belt, Sluice Boxes State Park, Raynesford, and Armington.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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 1000 PM MDT for
central Montana.
Area Description:
Cascade County below 5000ft; Judith Basin County and Judith Gap; Little Belt and Highwood Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov