Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 17 at 10:34PM MDT by NWS Glasgow MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 17, 2024 - 9:34pm
Expires:
September 17, 2024 - 10:30pm
Description:
At 1033 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from 11 miles southeast of Frazer to 7 miles
southeast of Wolf Point to 9 miles northeast of Vida. Movement was
northwest at 50 mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 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...
Wolf Point, Nashua, Frazer, Vida, Lustre, Oswego, and Volt.
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:
Central and Southern Valley; Western Roosevelt; McCone
Forcast Office:
NWS Glasgow MT