Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 26 at 5:17PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 26, 2026 - 4:17pm
Expires:
June 26, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
At 517 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 13
miles west of Winifred, or 31 miles north of Lewistown, moving
northeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and nickel size 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...
Winifred and Suffolk.
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.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until midnight MDT for
central Montana.
Area Description:
Fergus County below 4500ft
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender: