Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 6 at 6:47PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 6, 2026 - 5:47pm
Expires:
September 6, 2026 - 6:30pm
Description:
At 646 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms 15 miles north of Wolf Creek, or 16 miles west of
Cascade, moving north at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Nickel size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible.
Locations impacted include...
Fort Shaw, Bowmans Corner, Tower Rock State Park, and Simms.
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 100 AM MDT for
central and west central Montana.
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