Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 27 at 6:15PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 27, 2026 - 5:15pm
Expires:
August 27, 2026 - 6:15pm
Description:
At 615 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles west of Highwood, or 17 miles east of Great Falls, moving
northeast at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Fort Benton, Geraldine, Highwood, Shonkin, and Loma.
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.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 1000 PM MDT for
central and north central Montana.
Area Description:
Western and Central Chouteau County; Cascade County below 5000ft; Little Belt and Highwood Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov