Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 26 at 5:38PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 26, 2026 - 4:38pm
Expires:
June 26, 2026 - 5:30pm
Description:
At 537 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Stanford, moving northeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and penny 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...
Stanford, Windham, and Benchland.
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.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until midnight MDT for
central Montana.
Area Description:
Judith Basin County and Judith Gap; Little Belt and Highwood Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender: