Full Notification

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches, with up to 8 inches above 7000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 8 and 15 inches possible at pass level. With amounts of two feet or more above mountain pass level. Winds could gust as high as 40 mph, at times.

* WHERE...Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains and Little Belt and Highwood Mountains.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 11 AM this morning to 5 AM MST Sunday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from Sunday morning through Wednesday evening.

* 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. Power outages are possible.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing snow may significantly reduce visibility, at times.

* AFFECTED AREAS: LITTLE BELT AND HIGHWOOD MOUNTAINS ... BIG BELT, BRIDGER AND CASTLE MOUNTAINS

Instructions:

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 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. 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.