Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 15 at 8:13PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 15, 2026 - 7:13pm
Expires:
August 15, 2026 - 7:45pm
Description:
At 812 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms
capable of producing a landspout along a line extending from 36 miles
southwest of Geyser to 6 miles northeast of White Sulphur Springs.
Movement was northeast at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Landspouts, wind gusts up to 50 mph, and penny size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Gusty winds
could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured
objects.
Locations impacted include...
White Sulphur Springs, Neihart, and Newlan Creek Reservoir.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with these storms.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
These storms 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:
Little Belt and Highwood Mountains; Meagher County Valleys
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov