Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 5:49PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 17, 2026 - 4:49pm
Expires:
July 17, 2026 - 5:30pm
Description:
At 546 PM MDT, strong thunderstorms are likely to develop along a
line extending from 12 miles northwest of Highwood to near Cascade.
Storms will be ranging in motion from slowly moving to the east to
20 mph to the north.
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 damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Great Falls, Cascade, Black Eagle, Carter, Floweree, Ulm, Portage,
Malmstrom Afb, Vaughn, First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park, and Sun
River.
Instruction:
These storms 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 Pondera and Eastern Teton; Western and Central Chouteau County; Cascade County below 5000ft
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender: