Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 3 at 8:26PM MDT by NWS Missoula MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 3, 2026 - 7:26pm
Expires:
June 3, 2026 - 8:00pm
Description:
At 826 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7
miles southwest of Big Arm, or 8 miles west of Polson, moving
northeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea 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...
Polson, Rocky Point, Kings Point, Jette, Kerr, Big Arm, Turtle
Lake, Finley Point and Rollins.
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.
If on or near Flathead Lake, get out of the water and move indoors or
inside a vehicle. Remember, lightning can strike out to 10 miles from
the parent thunderstorm. If you can hear thunder, you are close
enough to be struck by lightning. Move to safe shelter now! Do not be
caught on the water in a thunderstorm.
Area Description:
West Glacier Region; Flathead/Mission Valleys
Forcast Office:
NWS Missoula MT