Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 15 at 6:46PM MDT by NWS Missoula MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 15, 2026 - 5:46pm
Expires:
August 15, 2026 - 6:15pm
Description:
At 646 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a line of strong
thunderstorms extending from 7 miles southwest of Tarkio to 17 miles
south of Alberton, or extending from 15 miles south of Superior to 18
miles southwest of Missoula, moving northeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch 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...
Alberton, Tarkio, Cyr, Ninemile and Lolo Hot Springs.
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:
Lower Clark Fork Region; Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Missoula MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov