Winter Storm Warning until 05:00PM Sunday
* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to 3 inches. For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 8 inches at mountain pass level, with higher amounts above pass level.
* WHERE...Portions of central and north central Montana.
* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 11 PM this evening to 5 AM MST Saturday. For the Winter Storm Warning, from 5 AM Saturday to 5 PM MST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult and tire chains may be required for some vehicles. Those in the backcountry should ensure they are prepared for dangerous conditions.
* AFFECTED AREAS: EAST GLACIER PARK REGION ... SOUTHERN ROCKY MOUNTAIN FRONT ... UPPER BLACKFOOT AND MACDONALD PASS ... LITTLE BELT AND HIGHWOOD MOUNTAINS ... BIG BELT, BRIDGER AND CASTLE MOUNTAINS ... ELKHORN AND BOULDER MOUNTAINS
Instructions:
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. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.
Address/Location
Meagher County, MT Sheriff's Office
101 E Crawford St
White Sulphur Springs, MT 59645
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 406-547-3397
TEXT-A-TIP - Text TIP MEAGHERSO followed by your message, to 888777
Alert Details
- Severity:
- Severe - Significant threat to life or property
- Urgency:
- Expected - Responsive action SHOULD be taken soon (within next hour)
- Certainty:
- Likely (p > ~50%)
- Category:
- Meteorological (inc. flood)
- Event:
- Winter Storm Warning