Montana Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/17/2026 13:14

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 2:14PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 17, 2026 - 1:14pm
Expires: 
July 17, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description: 
At 213 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 29 miles northwest of Augusta, or 36 miles west of Choteau, moving northeast at 20 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and half-inch size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Locations impacted include... Pishkun Reservoir.
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: 
Southern Rocky Mountain Front; Southern High Plains
Forcast Office: 
NWS Great Falls MT