Montana Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/16/2026 18:56

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 7:56PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 16, 2026 - 6:56pm
Expires: 
July 16, 2026 - 8:00pm
Description: 
At 756 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 19 miles north of Cut Bank, moving northeast at 40 mph. HAZARD...Penny size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of northeastern Glacier and northwestern Toole Counties.
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: 
Eastern Glacier, Western Toole, and Central Pondera
Forcast Office: 
NWS Great Falls MT