Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 27 at 4:41PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 27, 2026 - 3:41pm
Expires:
August 27, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description:
At 441 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles east of Cut Bank, moving northeast at 45 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...
Cut Bank, Sunburst, Kevin, Ethridge, and Oilmont.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
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.
Area Description:
Eastern Glacier, Western Toole, and Central Pondera; Eastern Toole and Liberty
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov