Special Weather Statement

FROM: NWS Great Falls MT
AREA: Western and Central Chouteau County; Cascade County below 5000ft; Judith Basin County and Judith Gap; Little Belt and Highwood Mountains
SENT: 2026-07-12T17:24:00-06:00

Special Weather Statement issued July 12 at 5:24PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT

At 524 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles southeast of Highwood, or 22 miles south of Fort Benton, moving
north at 45 mph.

HAZARD…Wind gusts up to 50 mph.

SOURCE…Radar indicated.

IMPACT…Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.

Locations impacted include…
Fort Benton, Highwood, Shonkin, and Loma.

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: 2026-07-12T18:30:00-06:00