Weather Alerts-

Winter Storm Warning

Until Sat 6:00 pm MDT

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Action Recommended

Make preparations per the instructions

Issued By

Great Falls - MT, US, National Weather Service

Affected Area

Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains, Elkhorn and Boulder Mountains, Helena Valley, and Meagher County Valleys

Description

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MDT SATURDAY... WHAT...Periods of moderate to heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 6 and 12 inches with up to 16 inches at the highest elevations. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. WHERE...Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains, Elkhorn and Boulder Mountains, Helena Valley, and Meagher County Valleys. WHEN...Until 6 PM MDT Saturday. IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult and tire chains may be required for some vehicles. Those in the backcountry should ensure they are prepared for dangerous conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday morning and evening commutes. ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The best window for moderate to heavy snowfall will be late tonight into Saturday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or visiting the MDT Road Report website. To see a graphical representation of the degree of stress on young livestock please visit our webpage and select Local Programs then Cold Air Advisory for Newborn Livestock.

High Wind Warning

From Sat 12:00 pm until 9:00 pm MDT

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Action Recommended

Make preparations per the instructions

Issued By

Great Falls - MT, US, National Weather Service

Affected Area

Southwestern Montana along and south of Interstate 90, Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains, Elkhorn and Boulder Mountains, and Canyon Ferry Area

Description

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 9 PM MDT SATURDAY... WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. WHERE...Southwestern Montana along and south of Interstate 90, Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains, Elkhorn and Boulder Mountains, and Canyon Ferry Area. WHEN...From noon to 9 PM MDT Saturday. IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Blowing dust could reduce visibility at times, particularly in the Interstate 90 Corridor. ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A few heavy snow showers or snow squalls will be possible as well, particularly in the afternoon. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around or damaged by the wind. Remember, a High Wind Warning means that there is at least an 80% chance of 40 mph sustained winds or 58 mph wind gusts occurring during the warning period.

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