Montana Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 06/30/2026 13:39

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued June 30 at 2:39PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
June 30, 2026 - 1:39pm
Expires: 
June 30, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description: 
At 238 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Chester, moving east at 30 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch 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... Chester.
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. 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 Toole and Liberty; Hill County
Forcast Office: 
NWS Great Falls MT