Critical Fire Weather for a Large Part of the Central U.S.; Areas of Severe Thunderstorms

Gusty to high winds and low relative humidity will bring elevated to critical fire weather across large parts of the Great Plains and more localized parts of the Great Basin and central Rockies Thursday into Friday. Severe thunderstorms with large hail and damaging wind gusts are possible over the central Plains Thursday into this weekend. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Thu, May 14, 2026 at 2:44:22 am MDT

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National Weather Service Great Falls, MT

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Red Flag through Friday

High Wind Warning

The Red Flag Warning has been extended through Friday evening. Strong west winds gusting up to 65 mph and fair humidity recovery will continue to present a danger that any fire starts could spread rapidly.

Strong west winds are expected today with gusts to 70 mph possible. Those looking to recreate on Fort Peck Lake can expect periods of 5 to 7 foot wave heights during the High Wind Warning period until midnight Thursday night. Travel difficulties are also expected with the cross winds and blowing dust.

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Critical Fire Weather for a Large Part of the Central U.S.; Areas of Severe Thunderstorms

NWS Forecast Office Glasgow, MT