Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 13 at 8:57PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 13, 2026 - 7:57pm
Expires:
September 13, 2026 - 8:30pm
Description:
At 857 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Geraldine, or 27 miles north of Stanford, moving northeast at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and nickel 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...
Geraldine and Square Butte.
Instruction:
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.
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