High Wind Warning Issued for Absaroka/Beartooth Mountains with Gusts up to 75 MPH
A High Wind Warning is in effect for the Absaroka/Beartooth Mountains from Sunday morning through Sunday night, as southwest wind gusts are forecast to reach 75 mph.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Billings, MT, has issued a High Wind Warning for the Absaroka/Beartooth Mountains. This alert indicates that severe wind conditions are likely and expected within the specified timeframe.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers the Absaroka/Beartooth Mountains region in Montana. The geographic scope includes areas identified by the NWS as zone MTZ067.
What You Should Do
Residents and visitors in the affected area should prepare for hazardous conditions. The National Weather Service warns that these strong winds will create dangerous backcountry conditions. Individuals planning to be in the mountains should exercise extreme caution or reconsider travel into the backcountry during the warning period.
Expected Conditions
Southwest wind gusts are expected to reach speeds of up to 75 mph. These high-velocity winds are the primary hazard associated with this alert, posing a significant threat to safety in exposed mountain areas.
Timeline
The High Wind Warning is scheduled to take effect at 6:00 AM MDT on Sunday, March 8, 2026. The warning is currently set to expire at midnight MDT on Sunday night (11:00 PM MST).
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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