Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 16 at 1:58PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 16, 2026 - 12:58pm
Expires:
August 16, 2026 - 1:45pm
Description:
At 157 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 16
miles north of Inverness, or 24 miles northeast of Chester, moving
east at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and nickel 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.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of northwestern Hill
County.
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.
Area Description:
Hill County
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov