Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 17 at 3:23PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 17, 2026 - 2:23pm
Expires:
August 17, 2026 - 3:15pm
Description:
At 322 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Dutton, or 25 miles northwest of Great Falls, moving east southeast
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...
Dutton and Power.
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:
Eastern Pondera and Eastern Teton; Western and Central Chouteau County; Cascade County below 5000ft
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov