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High Severity Alert

Winter Storm Warning

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 and south central Montana

Description

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM MDT SUNDAY... WHAT...Periods of snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 7 and 14 inches, greatest over the higher hills. Locally higher totals are possible. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph early this evening, decreasing overnight. WHERE...Portions of central and south central Montana. WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 AM MDT Sunday. IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult at times. The hazardous conditions will impact the Friday commutes. Conditions may threaten young livestock. ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will begin to develop over the area this evening, but accumulations will be limited and roads generally wet to slushy through Friday. Heavier snow is expected Friday night through Saturday evening with roads conditions deteriorating. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1.
High Severity Alert

High Wind Warning

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, south central, and southeast Montana

Description

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT THIS EVENING... WHAT...West winds with gusts of 55 to 75 mph expected. Locally higher gusts are possible. WHERE...Portions of central, south central, and southeast Montana. WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT this evening. IMPACTS...Extreme wind gusts could blow down trees and power lines. Power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult for high profile vehicles. Local blowing dust could reduce visibility to under a mile for short stretches on roadways. Any sparked fires in dry grasses will spread rapidly. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around or damaged by the wind. Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive. 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.
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