Winter Weather Warnings / Watches / Advisories
Issued by NWS Great Falls, MT
Issued by NWS Great Falls, MT
401 WWUS45 KTFX 072242 WSWTFX URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Great Falls MT 442 PM MDT Tue May 7 2024 MTZ317-081200- /O.CON.KTFX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240509T0600Z/ Little Belt and Highwood Mountains- Including the following locations: Neihart, Monarch, and Kings Hill Pass 442 PM MDT Tue May 7 2024 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT WEDNESDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations between 1 and 2 feet. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. * WHERE...Little Belt and Highwood Mountains. * WHEN...Until midnight MDT Wednesday Night. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible and tire chains may be required for some vehicles. Those in the backcountry should ensure they have appropriate knowledge and gear and may want to consider alternate plans. Widespread blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Visibility will likely be worst between Sluice Boxes State Park and Monarch Canyon where winds tend to be strongest. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Persons 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. 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. && $$ MTZ301-307-081200- /O.CON.KTFX.WS.W.0015.000000T0000Z-240509T0600Z/ East Glacier Park Region-Southern Rocky Mountain Front- Including the following locations: Babb, Rogers Pass, Marias Pass, Kiowa, Logan Pass, Saint Mary, and East Glacier Park 442 PM MDT Tue May 7 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT WEDNESDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches at lower elevations and 6 to 18 inches in the mountains. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. * WHERE...The Continental Divide along the Rocky Mountain Front. * WHEN...Until midnight MDT Wednesday Night. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult, and tire chains may be required for some vehicles. Those in the backcountry should ensure they have appropriate knowledge and gear and may want to consider alternate plans. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The combination of heavy wet snow and strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or visiting the MDT Road Report website. To see a graphical representation of the degree of stress on young livestock please visit our webpage and select Local Programs then Cold Air Advisory for Newborn Livestock. && $$ MTZ318-081200- /O.CON.KTFX.WS.W.0015.000000T0000Z-240509T0600Z/ Snowy and Judith Mountains- 442 PM MDT Tue May 7 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT WEDNESDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...Heavy wet snow. Additional snow accumulations between 10 and 20 inches. Winds gusting as high as 75 mph. * WHERE...Snowy and Judith Mountains. * WHEN...Until midnight MDT Wednesday Night. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. 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. && $$ MTZ320-081200- /O.CON.KTFX.WS.W.0015.000000T0000Z-240509T0600Z/ Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains- Including the following locations: Bozeman Pass, Deep Creek Pass, Battle Ridge Pass, Trident, and Maudlow 442 PM MDT Tue May 7 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT WEDNESDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 8 to 16 inches. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph. * WHERE...Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains. * WHEN...Until midnight MDT Wednesday Night. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or visiting the MDT Road Report website. To see a graphical representation of the degree of stress on young livestock please visit our webpage and select Local Programs then Cold Air Advisory for Newborn Livestock. && $$ MTZ330-081200- /O.CON.KTFX.WS.W.0015.240508T0000Z-240509T0600Z/ Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and Centennial Mountains- Including the following locations: Raynolds Pass, West Yellowstone, Big Sky, and Targhee Pass 442 PM MDT Tue May 7 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT WEDNESDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 10 and 20 inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and Centennial Mountains. * WHEN...Until midnight MDT Wednesday Night. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Those in the backcountry should ensure they have appropriate knowledge and gear and may want to consider alternate plans. Blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility and the combination of heavy wet snow and winds may cause isolated power outages. 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. && $$ MTZ312>314-081200- /O.EXT.KTFX.WW.Y.0030.240507T2242Z-240508T1800Z/ Cascade County below 5000ft-Judith Basin County and Judith Gap- Fergus County below 4500ft- Including the following locations: Geyser, Windham, Hilger, Stanford, Benchland, Lewistown, Great Falls, Moccasin, Hobson, and Raynesford 442 PM MDT Tue May 7 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Wet snow expected. Total snow accumulations 2 to 5 inches, with isolated higher amounts possible in the Belt and Geyser areas. Winds gusting as high as 70 mph. * WHERE...Cascade County below 5000ft, Fergus County below 4500ft, and Judith Basin County and Judith Gap. * WHEN...Until noon MDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Periods of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The combination of wet snow and strong winds could cause damage to trees and power lines. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or visiting the MDT Road Report website. To see a graphical representation of the degree of stress on young livestock please visit our webpage and select Local Programs then Cold Air Advisory for Newborn Livestock. && $$ MTZ304-311-081200- /O.CON.KTFX.WW.Y.0030.240508T0000Z-240508T1200Z/ Eastern Toole and Liberty-Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine- Including the following locations: Joplin, Galata, Devon, Shelby, Whitlash, Rocky Boy, Lothair, and Chester 442 PM MDT Tue May 7 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Wet snow expected. Total snow accumulations 2 to 5 inches in the Sweet Grass Hills and Bears Paw Mountains. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph. * WHERE...Eastern Toole and Liberty Counties, and Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine County. * WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Periods of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The combination of wet snow and strong winds could cause damage to trees and power lines. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. 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. && $$ MTZ315-322-081200- /O.CON.KTFX.WW.Y.0030.240508T0000Z-240509T0600Z/ Upper Blackfoot and MacDonald Pass-Elkhorn and Boulder Mountains- Including the following locations: Clancy, Wickes, Elk Park Pass, Lincoln, MacDonald Pass, Flesher Pass, Corbin, Boulder, Montana City, Marysville, and Homestake Pass 442 PM MDT Tue May 7 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT WEDNESDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...Wet snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches on foothills, between 6 and 12 inches on mountain passes. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Elkhorn and Boulder Mountains and Upper Blackfoot and MacDonald Pass. * WHEN...Until midnight MDT Wednesday Night. * IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult and tire chains may be required for some vehicles. Those in the backcountry should ensure they have appropriate knowledge and gear and may want to consider alternate plans. Periods of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The combination of wet snow and strong winds could cause damage to trees and power lines. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or visiting the MDT Road Report website. To see a graphical representation of the degree of stress on young livestock please visit our webpage and select Local Programs then Cold Air Advisory for Newborn Livestock. && $$ AM