Winter Storm Warning Issued for Crazy Mountains: Up to One Foot of Snow and 40 MPH Gusts Expected

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Billings, MT, has issued a Winter Storm Warning for the high country. This alert indicates that severe winter weather conditions are occurring or imminent, posing a significant threat to travel and safety.

Affected Areas

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

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: For the latest road conditions and updates, call 5 1 1.
• Recreation: Those planning activities in the high country should be aware that conditions will be hazardous.

Expected Conditions

• Snow Accumulation: Periods of heavy snow are expected, with total accumulations reaching up to one foot (12 inches).
• Wind: Winds are forecast to gust as high as 40 mph.
• Visibility: Widespread blowing snow is expected to significantly reduce visibility.
• Impacts: Travel could become very difficult to impossible. Recreation in the high country will be severely impacted by the heavy snow and wind.

Timeline

The warning is effective immediately and remains in effect until 11:00 AM MST Friday, March 6, 2026.