Blizzard Warning Issued for Rocky Mountain Front and Adjacent Plains in Montana

Alert Details

A Blizzard Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Great Falls, MT. The alert is effective immediately and remains in place until 6:00 PM MDT this evening, March 14, 2026.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the Rocky Mountain Front and adjacent foothills and plains. Specific geographic regions include:

• East Glacier Park Region
• Northern High Plains
• Southern Rocky Mountain Front
• Southern High Plains

What You Should Do

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, ensure you have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or visiting the MDT Road Report website. Livestock owners are encouraged to visit the NWS webpage and select the Cold Air Advisory for Newborn Livestock to assess stress levels on young animals.

Expected Conditions

Blizzard conditions are expected to create hazardous environments. Specific conditions include:

• Snow Accumulation: Additional snow accumulations between 1 and 3 inches.
• Wind Speeds: Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
• Visibility: Visibilities will drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow.
• Impacts: Whiteout conditions are expected, making travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Drifting snow will likely make some roads impassable.

Timeline

The Blizzard Warning is effective until 6:00 PM MDT this evening, March 14, 2026.