Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 23 at 4:27PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 23, 2026 - 3:27pm
Expires:
August 23, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description:
At 427 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 20
miles south of Chinook, moving east at 40 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...
Harlem, Fort Belknap, and Cleveland.
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:
Northern Blaine County; Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov