Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 16 at 5:40PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 16, 2026 - 4:40pm
Expires:
June 16, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description:
At 538 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms capable of producing a landspout along a line extending
from 19 miles north of Chinook to 18 miles northeast of Havre.
Movement was southeast at 50 mph.
HAZARD...Landspouts, wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph, and nickel size
hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Gusty winds
could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured
objects.
Locations impacted include...
Chinook and Zurich.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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:
Hill County; Northern Blaine County
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender: