Full Notification

* WHAT...For the Wind Chill Advisory, very cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 30 below zero. For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 7 and 14 inches.

* WHERE...Little Belt and Highwood Mountains.

* WHEN...For the Wind Chill Advisory, until 11 AM MST this morning. For the Winter Storm Warning, from 11 PM this evening to 11 AM MST Thursday.

* 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. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light snow develops tonight and continues through Wednesday with periods of moderate to locally heavy snow developing late Wednesday and Wednesday night. In addition colder temperatures and gusty north winds could create additional wind chill and travel hazards Wednesday night through Thursday morning.

* AFFECTED AREAS: LITTLE BELT AND HIGHWOOD 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. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.