Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 17 at 2:10PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 17, 2026 - 1:10pm
Expires:
August 17, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description:
At 210 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms 10 miles northeast of Wolf Creek, or 15 miles southwest
of Cascade, moving east at 20 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...
Tower Rock State Park and Craig.
Instruction:
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
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:
Cascade County below 5000ft; Gates of the Mountains; Little Belt and Highwood Mountains; Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov