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Meagher County, MT Sheriff's Office
Tuesday December 16th, 2025 :: 03:05 a.m. MST

Community

High Wind Watch until 02:00AM Thursday

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. For the High Wind Watch, west winds 35 to 55 mph with gusts up to 75 mph possible.

* WHERE...Judith Gap, Southern Wheatland, Melville Foothills, and Northern Sweet Grass.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 2 PM MST this afternoon. For the High Wind Watch, from late tonight through late Wednesday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along Highway 191 from Big Timber through Judith Gap. Localized power outages and downed trees are possible.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will decrease this afternoon into the evening, before increasing late tonight and Wednesday.

* AFFECTED AREAS: JUDITH GAP ... NORTHERN SWEET GRASS ... MELVILLE FOOTHILLS ... SOUTHERN WHEATLAND

Instructions:

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around or damaged by the wind. Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution and consider postponing travel until winds subside, or take an alternate route.

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

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Alert Details

Severity:
Severe - Significant threat to life or property
Urgency:
Future - Responsive action SHOULD be taken in the near future
Certainty:
Possible (p <= ~50%)
Category:
Meteorological (inc. flood)
Event:
High Wind Watch

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