Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 23 at 2:54PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 23, 2026 - 1:54pm
Expires:
August 23, 2026 - 2:45pm
Description:
At 254 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 16
miles northeast of Fort Benton, moving northeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch 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...
Big Sandy, Virgelle, and Loma.
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:
Western and Central Chouteau County; Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov