Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 15 at 6:22PM MDT by NWS Missoula MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 15, 2026 - 5:22pm
Expires:
August 15, 2026 - 5:45pm
Description:
At 622 PM MDT /522 PM PDT/, Doppler radar was tracking a line of
strong thunderstorms extending from 6 miles west of Alberton to 29
miles south of Alberton, or extending from 19 miles southeast of
Superior to 33 miles northwest of Hamilton, moving east at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Alberton, Lolo Hot Springs, Cyr, Lolo Pass and Ninemile.
Instruction:
Monitor the weather situation closely and be alert for threatening
weather conditions.
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.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with these storms and may lead
to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Area Description:
Northern Clearwater Mountains; Lower Clark Fork Region; Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Missoula MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov