Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 16 at 5:39PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 16, 2026 - 4:39pm
Expires:
August 16, 2026 - 5:30pm
Description:
At 539 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Fort Belknap, or 24 miles southeast of Chinook, moving east at 30
mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 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...
Harlem and Fort Belknap.
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:
Northern Blaine County; Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov