Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 16 at 2:43PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 16, 2026 - 1:43pm
Expires:
August 16, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description:
At 243 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 9
miles southwest of Wolf Creek, or 20 miles north of Helena, moving
east at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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...
Wolf Creek.
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.
Area Description:
Southern Rocky Mountain Front; Upper Blackfoot and MacDonald Pass; Gates of the Mountains; Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov