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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Great Falls MT
233 AM MDT Thu May 2 2024

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East Glacier Park Region-
Including the following locations: Marias Pass, Logan Pass, East
Glacier Park, Babb, Kiowa, and Saint Mary
233 AM MDT Thu May 2 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT TODAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 4
  inches.

* WHERE...East Glacier Park Region Zone.

* WHEN...Until noon MDT today.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult this morning with slushy and
  snow-covered road surfaces along with reduced visibility in areas
  of blowing or drifting snow.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Steady snow will diminish by this afternoon
  but additional snow showers are likely at times through tonight.

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.

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MTZ317-022300-
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Little Belt and Highwood Mountains-
Including the following locations: Monarch, Neihart, and Kings
Hill Pass
233 AM MDT Thu May 2 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 5 and 10
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Little Belt and Highwood Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM MDT this evening.

* 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. Widespread blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The worst roadway impacts will occur during
  the Thursday morning period. The heavy wet snow 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.

&&

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MTZ302-307-021800-
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Northern High Plains-Southern Rocky Mountain Front-
Including the following locations: Rogers Pass, Heart Butte,
Browning, and Dupuyer
233 AM MDT Thu May 2 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT TODAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 3 inches. Winds
  gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Northern High Plains and Southern Rocky Mountain Front.

* WHEN...Until noon MDT today.

* IMPACTS...Slush and or snow covered roads could cause difficult
  travel conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly
  reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A period of more intense snow showers is
  possible near Rogers Pass this afternoon, bringing a period of
  lower visibility.

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.

&&

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MTZ311-022300-
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Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine-
Including the following locations: Rocky Boy
233 AM MDT Thu May 2 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 6 inches
  with locally higher amounts above 6000 feet.

* WHERE...Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine County.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Slush and or snow covered roads could cause difficult
  travel conditions.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The worst roadway impacts will occur during
  the overnight and morning hours.

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.

&&

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MTZ312-313-021800-
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Cascade County below 5000ft-Judith Basin County and Judith Gap-
Including the following locations: Raynesford, Windham, Geyser,
Stanford, Great Falls, Hobson, Benchland, and Moccasin
233 AM MDT Thu May 2 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT TODAY...

* WHAT...Wet snow. Additional snow accumulations between 3 and 5
  inches along the Highway 87 corridor between Belt and Geyser with
  less than 2 inches elsewhere. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Cascade County below 5000ft and Judith Basin County and
  Judith Gap.

* WHEN...Until noon MDT today.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
  conditions could impact the Thursday morning commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Localized snow amounts around 6 inches are
  possible between Belt and Geyser. The worst roadway impacts will
  occur during the overnight and morning hours.

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.

&&

$$

MTZ318-320-022300-
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Snowy and Judith Mountains-Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains-
Including the following locations: Bozeman Pass, Deep Creek Pass,
Trident, Maudlow, and Battle Ridge Pass
233 AM MDT Thu May 2 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations between 3 and 6 inches.
  Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains and Snowy and
  Judith Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM MDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Areas of blowing and drifting
  snow could reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow amounts over Bozeman Pass look to be
  around one inch with one to three inches over Deep Creek Pass. The
  worst roadway impacts further north will occur during the
  overnight and morning hours.

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.

&&

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Hoenisch