Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 6 at 6:16PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 6, 2026 - 5:16pm
Expires:
September 6, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description:
At 616 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Geyser, or 13 miles northwest of Stanford, moving northeast at 20
mph.
HAZARD...Penny size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible.
Locations impacted include...
Geyser.
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 100 AM MDT for
central and north central Montana.
Area Description:
Western and Central Chouteau County; Judith Basin County and Judith Gap; Fergus County below 4500ft; Little Belt and Highwood Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov