Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 5 at 6:54PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 5, 2026 - 5:54pm
Expires:
September 5, 2026 - 6:30pm
Description:
At 654 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 10
miles southwest of Fort Shaw, or 17 miles northwest of Cascade,
moving northeast at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 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...
Fairfield, Fort Shaw, Vaughn, Simms, and Sun River.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
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:
Southern High Plains; Eastern Pondera and Eastern Teton; Cascade County below 5000ft; Gates of the Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov