Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 17 at 2:41PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 17, 2026 - 1:41pm
Expires:
August 17, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description:
At 240 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 10
miles southwest of Brady, or 11 miles northeast of Choteau, moving
east southeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea 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...
Dutton, Power, and Collins.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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:
Eastern Pondera and Eastern Teton
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov