High Wind Warning Issued for Crazy Mountains: Gusts Up to 90 MPH Expected
The National Weather Service in Billings has issued a High Wind Warning for the Crazy Mountains, effective from Saturday evening through Sunday night, with gusts reaching 90 mph.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Billings, MT, has issued a High Wind Warning for the Crazy Mountains region. This alert (VTEC: /O.EXB.KBYZ.HW.W.0010.260308T0000Z-260309T0600Z/) was issued on March 6 at 11:23 PM MST.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers the Crazy Mountains in Montana (MTZ068).
What You Should Do
Residents and travelers in the area are advised to monitor the latest forecast for updates. The NWS recommends that individuals prepare for hazardous conditions, particularly those planning to be in the backcountry.
Expected Conditions
West wind gusts up to 90 mph are possible within the warning area. According to the National Weather Service, these very strong winds will create dangerous backcountry conditions. Additional details indicate that the strongest winds are expected to occur on Sunday.
Timeline
The High Wind Warning is in effect from 5:00 PM MST Saturday, March 7, through 11:00 PM MST (Midnight MDT) Sunday night, March 8.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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