Extreme Heat Warning in Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine

Extreme Heat Warning issued July 26 at 12:33PM MDT until July 26 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT

• Event Start: 2026-07-26T12:33:00-06:00
• Event End: 2026-07-26T21:00:00-06:00
• Event Certainty: Likely
• Event Severity: Severe

Event Description

• WHAT: Dangerously hot conditions. High temperatures between 95 and 100 expected.
• WHERE: Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine and Fergus County below 4500ft.
• WHEN: Until 9 PM MDT this evening.
• IMPACTS: Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat.
• ADDITIONAL DETAILS: The hottest temperatures will occur in the Missouri River Breaks.

Event Instructions

Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. If you must spend time outdoors, wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.