Winter Weather Warnings / Watches / Advisories
Issued by NWS Great Falls, MT
Issued by NWS Great Falls, MT
869 WWUS45 KTFX 081512 WSWTFX URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Great Falls MT 912 AM MDT Wed May 8 2024 MTZ302-303-308-309-312>314-081615- /O.CAN.KTFX.WW.Y.0030.000000T0000Z-240508T1800Z/ Northern High Plains-Eastern Glacier, Western Toole, and Central Pondera-Southern High Plains-Eastern Pondera and Eastern Teton- Cascade County below 5000ft-Judith Basin County and Judith Gap- Fergus County below 4500ft- Including the following locations: Browning, Ethridge, Pendroy, Great Falls, Stanford, Dupuyer, Benchland, Bynum, Windham, Hobson, Santa Rita, Choteau, Geyser, Brady, Lewistown, Cut Bank, Hilger, Ledger, Conrad, Heart Butte, Moccasin, and Raynesford 912 AM MDT Wed May 8 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... $$ MTZ317-090600- /O.CON.KTFX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240509T0600Z/ Little Belt and Highwood Mountains- Including the following locations: Neihart, Kings Hill Pass, and Monarch 912 AM MDT Wed May 8 2024 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations up to 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Little Belt and Highwood Mountains. * WHEN...Until midnight MDT tonight. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible and tire chains may be required for some vehicles. Those in the backcountry should ensure they have appropriate knowledge and gear and may want to consider alternate plans. Widespread blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Visibility will likely be worst between Sluice Boxes State Park and Monarch Canyon where winds tend to be strongest. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order. To see a graphical representation of the degree of stress on young livestock please visit our webpage and select Local Programs then Cold Air Advisory for Newborn Livestock. && $$ MTZ301-307-090600- /O.CON.KTFX.WS.W.0015.000000T0000Z-240509T0600Z/ East Glacier Park Region-Southern Rocky Mountain Front- Including the following locations: Babb, Kiowa, East Glacier Park, Marias Pass, Rogers Pass, Saint Mary, and Logan Pass 912 AM MDT Wed May 8 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 1 and 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * 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. && $$ MTZ318-090600- /O.CON.KTFX.WS.W.0015.000000T0000Z-240509T0600Z/ Snowy and Judith Mountains- 912 AM MDT Wed May 8 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 6 inches in the mountains, with another 1 to 4 inches on mountain passes and foothills. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph will cause blowing snow. * WHERE...Snowy and Judith Mountains. * WHEN...Until midnight MDT tonight. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, are likely snow covered and hazardous. Blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. Winds may cause further power outages. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or visiting the MDT Road Report website. To see a graphical representation of the degree of stress on young livestock please visit our webpage and select Local Programs then Cold Air Advisory for Newborn Livestock. && $$ MTZ320-090600- /O.CON.KTFX.WS.W.0015.000000T0000Z-240509T0600Z/ Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains- Including the following locations: Battle Ridge Pass, Bozeman Pass, Trident, Deep Creek Pass, and Maudlow 912 AM MDT Wed May 8 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * 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. && $$ MTZ330-090600- /O.CON.KTFX.WS.W.0015.000000T0000Z-240509T0600Z/ Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and Centennial Mountains- Including the following locations: Targhee Pass, West Yellowstone, Big Sky, and Raynolds Pass 912 AM MDT Wed May 8 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 6 and 14 inches, with another 3 to 6 inches on mountain passes and foothills. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph will cause blowing snow. * WHERE...Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and Centennial Mountains. * WHEN...Until midnight MDT tonight. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, are likely snow covered and hazardous. Blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. Winds may cause further power outages. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or visiting the MDT Road Report website. To see a graphical representation of the degree of stress on young livestock please visit our webpage and select Local Programs then Cold Air Advisory for Newborn Livestock. && $$ MTZ315-322-090600- /O.CON.KTFX.WW.Y.0030.000000T0000Z-240509T0600Z/ Upper Blackfoot and MacDonald Pass-Elkhorn and Boulder Mountains- Including the following locations: Flesher Pass, Elk Park Pass, Boulder, Corbin, Montana City, Homestake Pass, MacDonald Pass, Marysville, Clancy, Wickes, and Lincoln 912 AM MDT Wed May 8 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT... * WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Elkhorn and Boulder Mountains and Upper Blackfoot and MacDonald Pass. * WHEN...Until midnight MDT tonight. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. 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. && $$ MTZ316-321-081800- /O.CON.KTFX.WW.Y.0030.000000T0000Z-240508T1800Z/ Gates of the Mountains-Meagher County Valleys- Including the following locations: Craig, Ringling, Canyon Creek, White Sulphur Springs, Wolf Creek, Checkerboard, and Martinsdale 912 AM MDT Wed May 8 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT TODAY... * WHAT...Wet snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Gates of the Mountains and Meagher County Valleys. * WHEN...Until noon MDT today. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or visiting the MDT Road Report website. To see a graphical representation of the degree of stress on young livestock please visit our webpage and select Local Programs then Cold Air Advisory for Newborn Livestock. && $$ IG