Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 25 at 4:50PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 25, 2026 - 3:50pm
Expires:
July 25, 2026 - 4:45pm
Description:
At 450 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Alder, or 7 miles northwest of Virginia City, moving northeast at 25
mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea 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...
Virginia City, Harrison, Norris, and Mcallister.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
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
southwestern Montana.
Area Description:
Missouri Headwaters; Madison River Valley; Beaverhead and Western Madison below 6000ft; Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and Centennial Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov