Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 2 at 2:44PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 2, 2026 - 1:44pm
Expires:
September 2, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description:
At 244 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms 19 miles east of Geraldine, or 37 miles northeast of
Stanford, moving north at 30 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...
Judith Landing and Iliad.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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 800 PM MDT for
central and north central Montana.
Area Description:
Western and Central Chouteau County; Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine; Fergus County below 4500ft
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov