Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 5 at 5:56PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 5, 2026 - 4:56pm
Expires:
July 5, 2026 - 5:45pm
Description:
At 554 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from 35 miles southwest of Stanford to 7 miles
northwest of White Sulphur Springs. Movement was northeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Heavy downpours, wind gusts up to 50 mph, and nickel 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...
White Sulphur Springs, Neihart, Sapphire Village, and Newlan Creek
Reservoir.
Instruction:
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with these storms and may lead
to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with these storms.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
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:
Judith Basin County and Judith Gap; Little Belt and Highwood Mountains; Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains; Meagher County Valleys
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender: