Montana Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/03/2026 13:32

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 3 at 2:32PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 3, 2026 - 1:32pm
Expires: 
July 3, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description: 
At 231 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 12 miles southwest of Grass Range, or 24 miles southeast of Lewistown, moving east at 15 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... Grass Range.
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: 
Fergus County below 4500ft; Snowy and Judith Mountains
Forcast Office: 
NWS Great Falls MT