Headline:
Extreme Heat Warning issued August 1 at 9:00AM MDT until August 2 at 12:00PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Extreme Heat Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 1, 2026 - 8:00am
Expires:
August 1, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. High temperatures on Saturday
between 100 to 110 degrees, with overnight lows Saturday night
between 70 to 75 degrees.
* WHERE...Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine, Fergus County
below 4500ft, and Western and Central Chouteau County.
* WHEN...From noon today to noon MDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat.
Instruction:
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. If you must spend
time outdoors, wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to
limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action
when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
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