Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 18 at 3:12PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 18, 2026 - 2:12pm
Expires:
August 18, 2026 - 3:00pm
Description:
At 312 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms 10 miles south of Great Falls, moving east at 20 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...
Belt, Armington, Eden, Sand Coulee, Stockett, Tracy, and Centerville.
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:
Cascade County below 5000ft
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov