Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 17 at 3:28PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 17, 2026 - 2:28pm
Expires:
June 17, 2026 - 3:00pm
Description:
At 328 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Great Falls, moving southeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Great Falls, Black Eagle, Malmstrom Afb, Sand Coulee, Tracy, and
Centerville.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
Area Description:
Cascade County below 5000ft
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender: