Winter Storm Warning Issued for Rosebud and Powder River Counties Through Sunday Morning

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Billings, MT has issued a Winter Storm Warning for portions of southeastern Montana. The warning is currently in effect and remains active until 6:00 AM MDT on Sunday, March 15.

Affected Areas

The geographic regions impacted by this alert include:

• Northern Rosebud
• Powder River
• Southern Rosebud

What You Should Do

Residents are urged to take precautions as travel could be very difficult. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions, residents can call 5-1-1. Additionally, the NWS notes that cold and wet conditions will be dangerous for young livestock, and owners should take necessary steps to protect animals.

Expected Conditions

Heavy snow is currently occurring in the warning area. Forecasters expect additional snow accumulations between 4 and 9 inches. Winds are expected to gust as high as 30 mph. These hazardous conditions will impact the Friday evening commute, as roads, bridges, and overpasses are likely to become slick and hazardous.

Timeline

The Winter Storm Warning is effective immediately and is scheduled to end at 6:00 AM MDT on Sunday, March 15. According to the NWS, the heaviest snowfall is expected to fall tonight, Friday, March 13, and throughout the day on Saturday, March 14.