Winter Weather Warnings / Watches / Advisories
Issued by NWS Great Falls, MT
Issued by NWS Great Falls, MT
887 WWUS45 KTFX 081139 WSWTFX URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Great Falls MT 539 AM MDT Wed May 8 2024 MTZ304-311-081245- /O.EXP.KTFX.WW.Y.0030.000000T0000Z-240508T1200Z/ Eastern Toole and Liberty-Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine- Including the following locations: Joplin, Whitlash, Chester, Rocky Boy, Shelby, Galata, Lothair, and Devon 539 AM MDT Wed May 8 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 6 AM MDT EARLY THIS MORNING... The threat has ended. $$ MTZ317-090000- /O.CON.KTFX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240509T0600Z/ Little Belt and Highwood Mountains- Including the following locations: Kings Hill Pass, Neihart, and Monarch 539 AM MDT Wed May 8 2024 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations between 7 and 15 inches in the mountains, with another 3 to 7 inches on mountain passes and foothills. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Little Belt and Highwood Mountains. * WHEN...Until midnight MDT tonight. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible and tire chains may be required for some vehicles. Those in the backcountry should ensure they have appropriate knowledge and gear and may want to consider alternate plans. Widespread blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order. To see a graphical representation of the degree of stress on young livestock please visit our webpage and select Local Programs then Cold Air Advisory for Newborn Livestock. && $$ MTZ301-307-090000- /O.CON.KTFX.WS.W.0015.000000T0000Z-240509T0600Z/ East Glacier Park Region-Southern Rocky Mountain Front- Including the following locations: Saint Mary, East Glacier Park, Kiowa, Logan Pass, Marias Pass, Babb, and Rogers Pass 539 AM MDT Wed May 8 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 6 and 12 inches above mountain pass level, with another 3 to 6 inches on mountain passes and foothills. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will cause blowing snow. * WHERE...The Continental Divide along the Rocky Mountain Front. * WHEN...Until midnight MDT tonight. * 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 will 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. && $$ MTZ318-090000- /O.CON.KTFX.WS.W.0015.000000T0000Z-240509T0600Z/ Snowy and Judith Mountains- 539 AM MDT Wed May 8 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 5 and 10 inches in the mountains, with another 2 to 5 inches on mountain passes and foothills. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph will cause blowing snow. * WHERE...Snowy and Judith Mountains. * WHEN...Until midnight MDT tonight. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, are likely snow covered and hazardous. Blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. Winds may cause further power outages. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or visiting the MDT Road Report website. To see a graphical representation of the degree of stress on young livestock please visit our webpage and select Local Programs then Cold Air Advisory for Newborn Livestock. && $$ MTZ320-090000- /O.CON.KTFX.WS.W.0015.000000T0000Z-240509T0600Z/ Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains- Including the following locations: Deep Creek Pass, Battle Ridge Pass, Maudlow, Trident, and Bozeman Pass 539 AM MDT Wed May 8 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 5 and 10 inches, with another 2 to 5 inches on mountain passes and foothills. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will cause blowing snow. * WHERE...Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains. * WHEN...Until midnight MDT tonight. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, are likely snow covered and hazardous. Blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. Winds may cause further 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. && $$ MTZ330-090000- /O.CON.KTFX.WS.W.0015.000000T0000Z-240509T0600Z/ Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and Centennial Mountains- Including the following locations: Raynolds Pass, Big Sky, Targhee Pass, and West Yellowstone 539 AM MDT Wed May 8 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 7 and 16 inches, with another 3 to 7 inches on mountain passes and foothills. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph will cause blowing snow. * WHERE...Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and Centennial Mountains. * WHEN...Until midnight MDT tonight. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, are likely snow covered and hazardous. Blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. Winds may cause further power outages. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or visiting the MDT Road Report website. To see a graphical representation of the degree of stress on young livestock please visit our webpage and select Local Programs then Cold Air Advisory for Newborn Livestock. && $$ MTZ302-303-308-309-316-321-081800- /O.CON.KTFX.WW.Y.0030.000000T0000Z-240508T1800Z/ Northern High Plains-Eastern Glacier, Western Toole, and Central Pondera-Southern High Plains-Eastern Pondera and Eastern Teton- Gates of the Mountains-Meagher County Valleys- Including the following locations: Cut Bank, Ethridge, Bynum, Ledger, Martinsdale, Dupuyer, Brady, Pendroy, Canyon Creek, Browning, Santa Rita, Ringling, Choteau, Checkerboard, Conrad, Craig, Heart Butte, Wolf Creek, and White Sulphur Springs 539 AM MDT Wed May 8 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT TODAY... * WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph will cause blowing snow. * WHERE...Portions of central and north central Montana. * WHEN...Until noon MDT today. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult for this morning`s commute. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could cause extensive 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. && $$ MTZ312>314-081800- /O.CON.KTFX.WW.Y.0030.000000T0000Z-240508T1800Z/ Cascade County below 5000ft-Judith Basin County and Judith Gap- Fergus County below 4500ft- Including the following locations: Windham, Lewistown, Hilger, Benchland, Geyser, Raynesford, Great Falls, Hobson, Stanford, and Moccasin 539 AM MDT Wed May 8 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT TODAY... * WHAT...Wet snow. Additional snow accumulations between 3 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph will cause blowing snow. * WHERE...Cascade County below 5000ft, Fergus County below 4500ft, and Judith Basin County and Judith Gap. * WHEN...Until noon MDT today. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult for this morning`s commute. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or visiting the MDT Road Report website. To see a graphical representation of the degree of stress on young livestock please visit our webpage and select Local Programs then Cold Air Advisory for Newborn Livestock. && $$ MTZ315-322-090000- /O.CON.KTFX.WW.Y.0030.000000T0000Z-240509T0600Z/ Upper Blackfoot and MacDonald Pass-Elkhorn and Boulder Mountains- Including the following locations: Lincoln, Boulder, Clancy, Homestake Pass, Marysville, Corbin, Flesher Pass, Wickes, Montana City, MacDonald Pass, and Elk Park Pass 539 AM MDT Wed May 8 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT... * WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations between 5 and 9 inches in the mountains, with another 2 to 4 inches on mountain passes and foothills. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will cause blowing snow. * WHERE...Elkhorn and Boulder Mountains and Upper Blackfoot and MacDonald Pass. * WHEN...Until midnight MDT tonight. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult for today`s commutes. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could cause extensive 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