Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 25 at 1:53PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 25, 2026 - 12:53pm
Expires:
June 25, 2026 - 1:45pm
Description:
At 153 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles northwest of Helena, moving southeast at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 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...
Helena, East Helena, Austin, and Spring Meadow Lake State Park.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
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:
Upper Blackfoot and MacDonald Pass; Gates of the Mountains; Helena Valley; Elkhorn and Boulder Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender: