Special Weather Statement 09/17/2024 14:42 for Montana areas

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued September 17 at 3:42PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
September 17, 2024 - 2:42pm
Expires: 
September 17, 2024 - 3:30pm
Description: 
At 342 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Lewistown, moving north at 20 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch 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... Lewistown and Glengarry.
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: 
Fergus County below 4500ft; Snowy and Judith Mountains
Forcast Office: 
NWS Great Falls MT