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Lightning safety tips for Montana

MONTANA — The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration reports that more than 25 million cloud-to-ground lightning strikes happen every year in the United States. Each of these bolts can carry more than 300 million volts. Betsy Ross with Montana Disaster and Emergency Services said people should check the weather

The fire season ahead of Montana for 2026

The fire season ahead of Montana for 2026

HELENA, Mont. – Ahead of anticipated fire potential across the Treasure State, fire management professionals reported how to better prepare for hot months ahead. In June, the National Weather Service predicted that moisture will be less than average for the western half of Montana and the Northern Rockies. Average precipitation normally

What is El Niño? Here’s what to know

What is El Niño? Here’s what to know

The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has issued a warning that there is an 80% likelihood that we'll see an El Niño event between June and August, and a 90% likelihood after that. The UN is now urging all countries to bolster early warning systems after confirming the onset

2026 Montana wildfire season outlook: Mild winter leaves questions, some above-normal potential

Despite a mild winter, only a few parts of Montana are forecast to have above-normal significant wildfire potential, but the effect of the near-record-low snowpack on this year’s wildfire season is still a bit of a mystery. This insight and many others were shared Tuesday during

Flathead County warns of dangerous river conditions after multiple rescues

Flathead County warns of dangerous river conditions after multiple rescues

KALISPELL, Mont. — The Flathead County Sheriff's Office is warning residents and visitors to use extreme caution around local waterways as high water, cold temperatures and debris create dangerous conditions. Emergency responders have been dispatched to multiple water rescues in recent days, according to the Sheriff's Office.

Flathead sheriff urges 'extreme caution' around waterways due to hazardous conditions

The Flathead County Sheriff's Office sent out a special press release on Friday urging recreationists to use "extreme caution" around local waterways due to high water, cold water temperatures and increased debris. "Emergency responders have been dispatched to multiple water rescue incidents in recent days,

National Weather Service forecasting heavy rain, possible flooding this weekend

The National Weather Service office in Great Falls has issued a flood watch and is forecasting heavy rain for large swaths of Montana this weekend, with up to 3 inches possible in some places. According to meteorologist James Brusda with NWS, the widespread rain and mountain snow is expected to