This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radiostations and available television stations for additional informationand possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
At 546 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm nearWye, or 10 miles northwest of Missoula, moving northeast at 35 mph.HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail.SOURCE...Radar indicated.IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow aroundunsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects ispossible.Locations impacted include...Missoula, Ravalli, St. Ignatius, Wye, Evaro, Bonner-West Riverside,Arlee, Old Agency, East Missoula, Frenchtown, Dixon, Moiese,Ninemile, Huson, Turah, and Stark.