Special Weather Statement

FROM: NWS Great Falls MT
AREA: Beaverhead and Western Madison below 6000ft; Ruby Mountains and Southern Beaverhead Mountains
SENT: 2026-07-01T12:31:00-06:00

Special Weather Statement issued July 1 at 12:31PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT

At 1230 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 23
miles northeast of Leadore, or 28 miles southwest of Dillon, moving
northeast at 25 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…
Clark Canyon and Grant.

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.

Alert Expiration: 2026-07-01T13:00:00-06:00