* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 7 and 11 inches at and below pass level with higher amounts above pass level.
* WHERE...Little Belt and Highwood Mountains and Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and Centennial Mountains.
* WHEN...From 9 AM Thursday to noon MDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...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.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heavy and wet variety of snow may pose snow load impacts to infrastructure.
* AFFECTED AREAS: LITTLE BELT AND HIGHWOOD 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. 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. Remember, a Winter Storm Warning means that there is at least an 80% chance of impactful winter weather conditions during the warning period.
