Snow Squall Warning Issued for Central Broadwater County, Montana
Weather Alerts high NOAA · · Southwestern Montana
The National Weather Service has issued a Snow Squall Warning for central Broadwater County, including Townsend and Silos, as intense snow and high winds create dangerous travel conditions.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Great Falls has issued a Snow Squall Warning for central Broadwater County in southwestern Montana. This alert is effective immediately following a radar-indicated dangerous snow squall located near Townsend.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically impacts central Broadwater County. Impacted locations include:
- Townsend
- Silos
- Highway 12: Specifically near mile markers 1 through 13, and between mile markers 70 and 82.
What You Should Do
Residents and travelers in the warning area should take the following precautions:
- Slow Down: Rapid changes in visibility and road conditions are expected.
- Use Headlights: Turn on headlights to increase visibility for yourself and others.
- Prepare for Whiteouts: Be alert for sudden whiteout conditions where visibility may drop to near zero.
- Avoid Travel: Travel will become difficult and potentially dangerous within minutes.
Expected Conditions
- Hazards: Intense bursts of heavy snow and gusty winds.
- Visibility: Visibility is expected to fall rapidly to less than one-quarter mile.
- Wind: Wind gusts are expected to exceed 35 mph, leading to significant blowing snow.
- Movement: The squall was tracked moving east at 15 mph as of 1:10 PM MDT.
Timeline
- Issued: March 14, 2026, at 1:10 PM MDT
- Effective Until: March 14, 2026, at 1:45 PM MDT
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is this weather alerts alert about? ▼
The National Weather Service has issued a Snow Squall Warning for central Broadwater County, including Townsend and Silos, as intense snow and high winds create dangerous travel conditions.
Which agency issued this alert? ▼
This alert was issued by NOAA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert? ▼
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected? ▼
This alert affects Southwestern Montana. Check with NOAA for the most current geographic scope.
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