Full Notification

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Snow accumulations of 3 to 10 inches through Wednesday afternoon, with an additional 6 to 9 inches from Wednesday night through Thursday afternoon. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until 6 PM MDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible and tire chains may be required for some vehicles. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Those in the backcountry should ensure they are prepared for dangerous conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning commutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A break in the snow is expected during the day on Wednesday before another wave of snow overspreads the area Wednesday night and into the day on Thursday.

* AFFECTED AREAS: JUDITH BASIN COUNTY AND JUDITH GAP ... FERGUS COUNTY BELOW 4500FT ... GATES OF THE MOUNTAINS ... LITTLE BELT AND HIGHWOOD MOUNTAINS ... SNOWY AND JUDITH MOUNTAINS ... 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.