Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 23 at 4:43PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 23, 2026 - 3:43pm
Expires:
August 23, 2026 - 4:45pm
Description:
At 442 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from 17 miles south of Bozeman to 18 miles southeast
of Ennis to 18 miles northwest of Henrys Lake. Movement was east at
25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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...
Big Sky and Yellowstone Village.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with these storms.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
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.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 700 PM MDT for
south central and southwestern Montana.
Area Description:
Madison River Valley; Gallatin Valley; Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and Centennial Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov