Weather Alerts-

High Wind Warning

From Wed 6:00 pm until Thu 9:00 pm MDT

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Action Recommended

Make preparations per the instructions

Issued By

Billings - MT, US, National Weather Service

Affected Area

Portions of central and south central Montana

Description

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 9 PM MDT THURSDAY... WHAT...West wind gusts of 60 to 85 mph expected. Locally higher gusts are possible. WHERE...Portions of central and south central Montana. WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 9 PM MDT Thursday. IMPACTS...Strong to dangerous crosswinds will make travel difficult along Highway 191 from Big Timber through Judith Gap, and Highway 12 from Harlowton to Lavina. Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Power outages are possible. Any sparked fires in dry grasses will spread rapidly. ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected during the day Thursday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around or damaged by the wind. Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution and consider postponing travel until winds subside, or take an alternate route. Please avoid activities that could spark fires.

Winter Storm Watch

From Thu 6:00 pm until Sun 6:00 am MDT

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Action Recommended

Make preparations per the instructions

Issued By

Billings - MT, US, National Weather Service

Affected Area

Portions of central, south central, and southeast Montana and north central Wyoming

Description

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE SATURDAY NIGHT... WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 7 and 14 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 30 mph. WHERE...Portions of central, south central, and southeast Montana and north central Wyoming. WHEN...From Thursday evening through late Saturday night. IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday evening and Friday morning commutes. Conditions may threaten young livestock. ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Accumulating snowfall is expected to develop Thursday night and continue through Saturday night. The heaviest snowfall potential is currently across areas mainly north of I-90 and I-94 in the Watch area, but placement of heaviest snow may change. Please check the latest forecasts. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order.

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