Montana Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/03/2026 15:08

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 3 at 4:08PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 3, 2026 - 3:08pm
Expires: 
July 3, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description: 
At 407 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Townsend, moving east at 15 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and penny 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... Townsend and Silos.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. 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: 
Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains; Elkhorn and Boulder Mountains; Canyon Ferry Area
Forcast Office: 
NWS Great Falls MT