Winter Weather Warnings / Watches / Advisories
Issued by NWS Great Falls, MT
Issued by NWS Great Falls, MT
729 WWUS45 KTFX 070743 WSWTFX URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Great Falls MT 143 AM MDT Tue May 7 2024 MTZ317-071500- /O.CON.KTFX.BZ.W.0001.240507T1800Z-240509T0600Z/ Little Belt and Highwood Mountains- Including the following locations: Neihart, Kings Hill Pass, and Monarch 143 AM MDT Tue May 7 2024 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO MIDNIGHT MDT WEDNESDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations between 1 to 2 feet, with up to 3 feet on the peaks. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. * WHERE...Little Belt and Highwood Mountains. * WHEN...From noon today to 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... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. 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. && $$ MTZ301-307-318-320-071500- /O.CON.KTFX.WS.W.0015.240507T1800Z-240509T0600Z/ East Glacier Park Region-Southern Rocky Mountain Front-Snowy and Judith Mountains-Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains- Including the following locations: Logan Pass, Maudlow, Trident, Battle Ridge Pass, Babb, Bozeman Pass, Saint Mary, Deep Creek Pass, Kiowa, East Glacier Park, Marias Pass, and Rogers Pass 143 AM MDT Tue May 7 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO MIDNIGHT MDT WEDNESDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...Heavy wet snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 6 in valleys and on foothills, with 6 to 12 inches on mountain passes, and 1 to 2 feet possible above mountain pass level. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph may cause periods of whiteout conditions. * WHERE...The Continental Divide along the Rocky Mountain Front, Snowy and Judith Mountains, and Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains. * WHEN...From noon today to midnight MDT Wednesday Night. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible, and tire chains may be required for some vehicles. Those in the backcountry should ensure they have appropriate knowledge and gear and may want to consider alternate plans. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The combination of heavy wet snow and strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or visiting the MDT Road Report website. To see a graphical representation of the degree of stress on young livestock please visit our webpage and select Local Programs then Cold Air Advisory for Newborn Livestock. && $$ MTZ304-311-071500- /O.CON.KTFX.WW.Y.0030.240507T0900Z-240508T1200Z/ Eastern Toole and Liberty-Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine- Including the following locations: Chester, Whitlash, Galata, Joplin, Shelby, Devon, Lothair, and Rocky Boy 143 AM MDT Tue May 7 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Wet snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to 5 inches, with higher amounts in the peaks of the Bears Paw Mountains and Sweetgrass Hills. Winds gusting as high as 60 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. && $$ MTZ312>314-071500- /O.CON.KTFX.WW.Y.0030.240507T1200Z-240508T1800Z/ Cascade County below 5000ft-Judith Basin County and Judith Gap- Fergus County below 4500ft- Including the following locations: Stanford, Raynesford, Windham, Great Falls, Hilger, Hobson, Moccasin, Lewistown, Benchland, and Geyser 143 AM MDT Tue May 7 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM THIS MORNING TO NOON MDT WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Wet snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches, particularly around Lewistown, Raynesford and Armington Junction. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. * WHERE...Cascade County below 5000ft, Fergus County below 4500ft, and Judith Basin County and Judith Gap. * WHEN...From 6 AM this morning to noon MDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Periods of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes. The combination of wet snow and strong winds could cause damage to trees and power lines. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or visiting the MDT Road Report website. To see a graphical representation of the degree of stress on young livestock please visit our webpage and select Local Programs then Cold Air Advisory for Newborn Livestock. && $$ MTZ315-322-330-071500- /O.CON.KTFX.WW.Y.0030.240508T0000Z-240509T0600Z/ Upper Blackfoot and MacDonald Pass-Elkhorn and Boulder Mountains- Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and Centennial Mountains- Including the following locations: Lincoln, Montana City, Elk Park Pass, Big Sky, MacDonald Pass, Marysville, Homestake Pass, Raynolds Pass, Boulder, Flesher Pass, Targhee Pass, Wickes, West Yellowstone, Clancy, and Corbin 143 AM MDT Tue May 7 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO MIDNIGHT MDT WEDNESDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches on foothills, between 4 and 8 inches on mountain passes, and 8 to 16 inches above mountain pass level. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. * WHERE...Elkhorn and Boulder Mountains, Upper Blackfoot and MacDonald Pass, and Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and Centennial Mountains. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 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. 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. && $$ SC