Winter Storm Warning Issued for Montana High Plains and Rocky Mountain Front

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Great Falls, MT, has issued a Winter Storm Warning for the Northern and Southern High Plains. This follows a Winter Weather Advisory currently in effect. The warning is classified as a severe meteorological event with high certainty of impact.

Affected Areas

The alert covers the Northern High Plains and Southern High Plains, specifically focusing on the foothills and plains adjacent to the Rocky Mountain Front.

Expected Conditions

Residents should prepare for heavy snow and significant wind hazards throughout this multi-day event:

• Winter Storm Warning: Heavy snow is expected with total accumulations between 6 and 15 inches.
• Winter Weather Advisory: Prior to the main storm, snow accumulations up to two inches are expected, accompanied by extreme wind gusts as high as 95 mph.
• Impacts: Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow is expected to significantly reduce visibility. This will be a multi-day snowfall with occasional lulls in activity.

Timeline

• Winter Weather Advisory: Remains in effect until 3:00 PM MDT Thursday, March 12.
• Winter Storm Warning: Effective from 6:00 PM MDT Thursday, March 12, until 6:00 PM MDT Saturday, March 14.

What You Should Do

Travelers are urged to take the following precautions:

• Slow down and use extreme caution while traveling in the affected areas.
• Obtain the latest road conditions by calling 5-1-1 or visiting the MDT Road Report website.
• Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on the situation as conditions evolve.