Winter Storm Warning Issued for Cascade, Pondera, and Teton Counties Through Saturday

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Great Falls, MT, has issued a Winter Storm Warning for portions of North-Central Montana. The warning is in effect from 6:00 PM MDT Thursday, March 12, until 6:00 PM MDT Saturday, March 14.

Affected Areas

The alert covers the following geographic regions:

• Eastern Pondera County
• Eastern Teton County
• Cascade County (specifically areas below 5,000 feet)

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers are advised to take the following precautions:

• Travel Safety: If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.
• Road Conditions: The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5-1-1 or visiting the MDT Road Report website.
• Livestock Care: Livestock owners are encouraged to visit the NWS webpage and select “Local Programs” then “Cold Air Advisory for Newborn Livestock” to monitor stress levels on young animals.

Expected Conditions

• Snow Accumulation: Heavy snow is expected, with total accumulations ranging between 6 and 13 inches.
• Wind: Gusty winds are anticipated, which could bring down tree branches.
• Impacts: Travel could become very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions are expected to impact the Thursday evening and Friday morning commutes.

Timeline

The warning begins at 6:00 PM MDT this evening and is scheduled to expire at 6:00 PM MDT Saturday. This will be a multi-day snowfall event, and residents should expect occasional lulls in the snow throughout the duration of the warning.