Full Notification

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 10 and 20 inches, with localized amounts approaching 30 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of central and southwest Montana.

* WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to Midnight MST Saturday 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. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wet roads may quickly freeze and become extremely slippery late Friday afternoon as colder air surges south and snow continues. Gusty northerly winds could also cause

* AFFECTED AREAS: UPPER BLACKFOOT AND MACDONALD PASS ... LITTLE BELT AND HIGHWOOD MOUNTAINS ... SNOWY AND JUDITH MOUNTAINS ... BIG BELT, BRIDGER AND CASTLE MOUNTAINS ... ELKHORN AND BOULDER MOUNTAINS ... NORTHWEST BEAVERHEAD COUNTY

Instructions:

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.