Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 1 at 7:39PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 1, 2026 - 6:39pm
Expires:
September 1, 2026 - 7:30pm
Description:
At 738 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 18
miles east of Wisdom, or 30 miles northwest of Dillon, moving north
at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 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...
Wise River.
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.
Area Description:
Northwest Beaverhead County
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov