Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 1 at 7:56PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 1, 2026 - 6:56pm
Expires:
July 1, 2026 - 8:00pm
Description:
At 754 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 16
miles northeast of Garrison, or 20 miles northeast of Deer Lodge,
moving northeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph, torrential rain, 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...
Marysville and Canyon Creek.
Instruction:
Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
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:
Upper Blackfoot and MacDonald Pass; Gates of the Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender: