Full Notification

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of between 4 and 10 inches possible up to pass level, with 10 to 20 inches possible over the higher peaks. Winds could gust over 35 mph at times.

* WHERE...Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains and Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and Centennial Mountains.

* WHEN...From 5 PM Monday to 11 PM MST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult due to slippery roads and significantly reduced visibility. 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.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A Pacific cold front will bring periods of accumulating snow Monday night into Tuesday morning. Then a stronger cold front moves north to south Tuesday afternoon and evening, bringing another round of accumulating snow, along with gusty northerly winds.

* AFFECTED AREAS: BIG BELT, BRIDGER AND CASTLE MOUNTAINS ... GALLATIN AND MADISON COUNTY MOUNTAINS AND CENTENNIAL MOUNTAINS

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.