Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 16 at 4:21PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 16, 2026 - 3:21pm
Expires:
August 16, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 421 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 9
miles northwest of Kevin, or 15 miles northeast of Cut Bank, 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.
Locations impacted include...
Sunburst, Kevin, and Oilmont.
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:
Eastern Glacier, Western Toole, and Central Pondera; Eastern Toole and Liberty
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov