High Wind Warning Issued for Bighorn Mountains; Gusts Up to 75 MPH Expected
The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for the Pryor and Bighorn Mountains, effective from midnight tonight through Thursday evening with gusts up to 75 mph.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service (NWS) office in Billings, MT, has issued a High Wind Warning for parts of Montana and Wyoming. The alert is classified as severe and is effective starting at midnight tonight.
Affected Areas
The warning impacts the following geographic regions:
- Montana: Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains
- Wyoming: Northeast Bighorn Mountains
What You Should Do
Residents and visitors in the affected areas should prepare for hazardous conditions. Travel will be significantly difficult, especially along US-14 through Burgess Junction. Those planning to be in the backcountry should exercise extreme caution as very strong winds will create dangerous environments.
Expected Conditions
The region is forecast to experience southwest to west winds. Peak wind gusts are expected to reach up to 75 mph.
Timeline
- Onset: Midnight tonight, Thursday, March 12, 2026
- Duration: The warning remains in effect until 9:00 PM MDT on Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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