Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 2 at 11:54AM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 2, 2026 - 10:54am
Expires:
September 2, 2026 - 12:00pm
Description:
At 1154 AM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms along a line extending from 9 miles north of
Gibbonsville to 13 miles east of North Fork to 12 miles southeast of
Salmon. Movement was northeast at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Wisdom, Jackson, and Polaris.
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.
Area Description:
Northwest Beaverhead County
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov