Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 23 at 2:28PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 23, 2026 - 1:28pm
Expires:
August 23, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description:
At 228 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 10
miles north of Denton, or 26 miles northeast of Stanford, moving east
at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 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...
Winifred and Suffolk.
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
central and north central Montana.
Area Description:
Western and Central Chouteau County; Fergus County below 4500ft
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov