Montana Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/25/2026 15:46

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 25 at 4:46PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 25, 2026 - 3:46pm
Expires: 
July 25, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description: 
At 446 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8 miles west of Geyser, moving northeast at 40 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and half inch 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... Geraldine, Geyser, Raynesford, and Square Butte.
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 and north central Montana.
Area Description: 
Western and Central Chouteau County; Cascade County below 5000ft; Judith Basin County and Judith Gap; Fergus County below 4500ft; Little Belt and Highwood Mountains
Forcast Office: 
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov