Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 22 at 4:12PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 22, 2026 - 3:12pm
Expires:
August 22, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description:
At 412 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from 17 miles northeast of Leadore to 10 miles
southwest of Lima. Movement was northeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 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...
Lima, Dell, Bannack Pass, Clark Canyon, and Snowline.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
These storms 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:
Beaverhead and Western Madison below 6000ft; Ruby Mountains and Southern Beaverhead Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov