Montana Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/16/2026 18:45

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 7:45PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 16, 2026 - 6:45pm
Expires: 
July 16, 2026 - 7:45pm
Description: 
At 744 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 16 miles north of North Browning, or 31 miles west of Cut Bank, moving northeast at 15 mph. HAZARD...Nickel size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of north central Glacier County.
Instruction: 
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: 
Northern High Plains; Eastern Glacier, Western Toole, and Central Pondera
Forcast Office: 
NWS Great Falls MT