Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 23 at 2:14PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 23, 2026 - 1:14pm
Expires:
August 23, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description:
At 214 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 9
miles south of Lothair, moving northeast at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and penny 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...
Chester, Joplin, Inverness, Lothair, and Tiber Dam.
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.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 700 PM MDT for
north central Montana.
Area Description:
Eastern Toole and Liberty; Hill County
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov