Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 13 at 5:40PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 13, 2026 - 4:40pm
Expires:
September 13, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description:
At 540 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms 26 miles southwest of Belt, or 27 miles southeast of
Cascade, moving northeast at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and penny 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...
Belt, Sluice Boxes State Park, Raynesford, Armington, and Monarch.
Instruction:
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.
Area Description:
Cascade County below 5000ft; Judith Basin County and Judith Gap; Little Belt and Highwood Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov