High Wind Watch
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
242 PM MDT Sun May 5 2024
MTZ034-042-138-170-235-WYZ199-062045-
/O.NEW.KBYZ.HW.W.0004.240506T1600Z-240507T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KBYZ.HW.A.0003.240507T1200Z-240508T1200Z/
Northern Stillwater-Golden Valley-Southern Big Horn-Northern
Carbon-Southwestern Yellowstone-Sheridan Foothills-
Including the locations of Columbus, Billings, Park City, Laurel,
Lodge Grass, Dayton, Broadview, Huntley, Ryegate, Lavina, Pryor,
Clearmont, Absarokee, Ranchester, Big Horn, Sheridan, Reed Point,
Joliet, Wyola, Rapelje, and Fromberg
242 PM MDT Sun May 5 2024
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MONDAY TO MIDNIGHT MDT
MONDAY NIGHT...
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE
TUESDAY NIGHT...
* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, northwest winds 30 to 40 mph
with gusts up to 65 mph expected. For the High Wind Watch, west
winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible.
* WHERE...Portions of central and south central Montana and north
central Wyoming.
* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, from 10 AM Monday to midnight
MDT Monday Night. For the High Wind Watch, from Tuesday morning
through late Tuesday night.
* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile
vehicles. Strong winds will blow around loose items which may
cause damage. Tree and power line damage are possible which may
cause power outages.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A second day of high wind gusts is possible
on Tuesday. If you have outdoor or travel plans Tuesday be
prepared for strong wind gusts and difficult outdoor conditions.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution and consider postponing travel
until winds subside, or take an alternate route. Secure loose items
that may blow around and result in property damage.
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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
242 PM MDT Sun May 5 2024
MTZ029-057-173-062045-
/O.NEW.KBYZ.HW.A.0003.240507T1200Z-240508T1200Z/
Musselshell-Northern Big Horn-Northeastern Yellowstone-
Including the locations of Pompeys Pillar, Musselshell, Custer,
Busby, Melstone, Roundup, Hardin, and Crow Agency
242 PM MDT Sun May 5 2024
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE
TUESDAY NIGHT...
* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible.
* WHERE...Musselshell, Northeastern Yellowstone, and Northern Big
Horn.
* WHEN...From Tuesday morning through late Tuesday night.
* IMPACTS...Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially
for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution and consider
postponing travel until winds subside, or take an alternate route.
Secure loose items that may blow around and result in property
damage.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds may cause tree and power line
damage, resulting in power outages.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to
the onset of winds.
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Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at
http://www.weather.gov/billings
Chambers
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
206 PM MDT Sun May 5 2024
WYZ102-061200-
/O.EXB.KCYS.HW.A.0023.240506T1400Z-240508T0000Z/
Niobrara County-
Including the cities of Redbird and Lusk
206 PM MDT Sun May 5 2024
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH TUESDAY
AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible.
* WHERE...Niobrara County.
* WHEN...From Monday morning through Tuesday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including
campers and tractor trailers.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high
wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58
MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.
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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
206 PM MDT Sun May 5 2024
WYZ101-061200-
/O.EXT.KCYS.HW.A.0023.240506T1400Z-240508T0000Z/
Converse County Lower Elevations-
Including the cities of Douglas, Deer Creek, Glenrock, and Bill
206 PM MDT Sun May 5 2024
...HIGH WIND WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH TUESDAY
AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible.
* WHERE...Converse County Lower Elevations.
* WHEN...From Monday morning through Tuesday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including
campers and tractor trailers.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high
wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58
MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.
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Claycomb
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Great Falls MT
200 PM MDT Sun May 5 2024
MTZ304>306-310-311-313-314-318-061200-
/O.NEW.KTFX.HW.A.0007.240507T0000Z-240508T1200Z/
Eastern Toole and Liberty-Hill County-Northern Blaine County-
Western and Central Chouteau County-Bears Paw Mountains and
Southern Blaine-Judith Basin County and Judith Gap-Fergus County
below 4500ft-Snowy and Judith Mountains-
Including the following locations: Havre, Harlem, Geyser,
Hogeland, Carter, Stanford, Whitlash, Chinook, Hilger, Lothair,
Lewistown, Rocky Boy, Devon, Benchland, Hobson, Fort Benton,
Zurich, Moccasin, Chester, Shelby, Floweree, Windham, Galata,
Fort Belknap, Joplin, and Raynesford
200 PM MDT Sun May 5 2024
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE
TUESDAY NIGHT...
* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph, are
possible.
* WHERE...Eastern Toole and Liberty Counties, Bears Paw Mountains
and Southern Blaine County, Hill County, Northern Blaine County,
Western and Central Chouteau County, Judith Basin County and
Judith Gap, Fergus County below 4500ft, and Snowy and Judith
Mountains.
* WHEN...From Monday evening through late Tuesday night.
* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and
cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for
high profile vehicles.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
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Moldan
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Rapid City SD
121 PM MDT Sun May 5 2024
SDZ001-012-013-072-073-078-061030-
/O.NEW.KUNR.HW.A.0003.240506T2100Z-240507T2100Z/
/O.CON.KUNR.WI.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-240506T0500Z/
Harding-Butte-Northern Meade Co Plains-Sturgis/Piedmont Foothills-
Southern Meade Co Plains-Southern Perkins-
Including the cities of Faith, Enning, Red Owl, Redig, Ludlow,
Vale, Piedmont, Black Hawk, White Owl, Buffalo, Belle Fourche
Reservoir, Tilford, Howes, Ladner, Zeona, Camp Crook, Opal,
Hoover, Elm Springs, Belle Fourche, Usta, Bison, Mud Butte, Union
Center, Sorum, Newell, Fruitdale, Summerset, Reva, Ellsworth AFB,
and Sturgis
121 PM MDT Sun May 5 2024
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MDT THIS EVENING...
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH TUESDAY
AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with
gusts up to 55 mph. For the High Wind Watch, west winds 30 to 40
mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible.
* WHERE...Butte, Harding, Northern Meade Co Plains, Southern Meade
Co Plains, Southern Perkins, and Sturgis/Piedmont Foothills.
* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 11 PM MDT this evening. For
the High Wind Watch, from Monday afternoon through Tuesday
afternoon.
* IMPACTS...The high winds may damage roofs, small outbuildings, and
signs. Power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Rapid City SD
121 PM MDT Sun May 5 2024
SDZ025-WYZ060-061030-
/O.NEW.KUNR.HW.A.0003.240506T2100Z-240507T2100Z/
Northern Foothills-Northeastern Crook-
Including the cities of Saint Onge, Spearfish, Whitewood, Beulah,
Colony, and Aladdin
121 PM MDT Sun May 5 2024
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH TUESDAY
AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible.
* WHERE...In South Dakota, Northern Foothills. In Wyoming,
Northeastern Crook.
* WHEN...From Monday afternoon through Tuesday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...The high winds may damage roofs, small outbuildings, and
signs. Power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
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JC
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Riverton WY
103 PM MDT Sun May 5 2024
WYZ020-061300-
/O.CON.KRIW.HW.A.0008.240506T1500Z-240507T0300Z/
Natrona County Lower Elevations-
Including the cities of Casper
103 PM MDT Sun May 5 2024
...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH
MONDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...Southwest to west winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60
mph possible.
* WHERE...Natrona County Lower Elevations.
* WHEN...From Monday morning through Monday evening.
* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation, such as along Outer Drive in
Casper. Drivers should watch for sudden and strong crosswinds.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
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Wittmann
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Glasgow MT
1243 PM MDT Sun May 5 2024
MTZ016-017-021>023-060-061200-
/O.CON.KGGW.LW.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240507T0000Z/
/O.CON.KGGW.HW.A.0002.240507T0000Z-240508T0600Z/
Central and Southeast Phillips-Central and Southern Valley-
Petroleum-Garfield-McCone-Southwest Phillips-
Including Hinsdale, Glasgow, Fort Peck, Jordan, Winnett, Frazer,
Circle, Malta, Saco, and Zortman
1243 PM MDT Sun May 5 2024
...LAKE WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MDT MONDAY...
...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY EVENING THROUGH
TUESDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Lake Wind Advisory, southeast winds 15 to 25 mph
with gusts up to 40 mph, becoming northwest after 10 AM Monday.
For the High Wind Watch, west winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to
65 mph possible.
* WHERE...Central and Southeast Phillips, Central and Southern
Valley, Garfield, McCone, Petroleum, and Southwest Phillips
Counties.
* WHEN...For the Lake Wind Advisory, until 6 PM MDT Monday. For the
High Wind Watch, from Monday evening through Tuesday evening.
* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property, and
cause power bumps. Travel could be difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to
the onset of winds.
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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Glasgow MT
1243 PM MDT Sun May 5 2024
MTZ025>027-059-061200-
/O.CON.KGGW.HW.A.0002.240507T0000Z-240508T0600Z/
Dawson-Prairie-Wibaux-Northern Phillips-
Including Terry, Whitewater, Glendive, Richey, and Wibaux
1243 PM MDT Sun May 5 2024
...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY EVENING THROUGH
TUESDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible.
* WHERE...Dawson, Northern Phillips, Prairie, and Wibaux Counties.
* WHEN...From Monday evening through Tuesday evening.
* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property, and
cause power bumps. Travel could be difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to
the onset of winds.
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