Winter Storm Warning Issued for Crazy Mountains: Up to 3 Feet of Snow and 90 MPH Gusts Expected

Alert Details

A Winter Storm Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Billings, MT. The warning is in effect from 12:00 PM MDT on Thursday, March 12, until 6:00 AM MDT on Sunday, March 15.

Affected Areas

This alert specifically impacts the Crazy Mountains region in Montana (Zone MTZ068).

What You Should Do

Officials advise that you should not get caught unprepared in the high country. Severe winter conditions are expected, and those in the area should take immediate steps to prepare for heavy snow and high winds. Recreation in the high country is strongly discouraged as conditions deteriorate.

Expected Conditions

Residents and travelers should prepare for the following conditions:

• Snowfall: Prolonged periods of heavy snow are expected, with total accumulations between 1 and 3 feet. Locally higher totals are possible in some areas.
• Wind: Winds could gust as high as 90 mph today.
• Hazards: Recreation in the high country will be significantly impacted by heavy accumulating snow, and avalanche danger is expected to increase.

Timeline

• Onset: Thursday, March 12 at 12:00 PM MDT
• Duration: The warning remains active through the end of the week.
• Expiration: Sunday, March 15 at 6:00 AM MDT