Winter Storm Warning Issued for Treasure and Big Horn Counties, Montana

Alert Details

The National Weather Service (NWS) office in Billings, MT, has issued a Winter Storm Warning for portions of southern Montana. This alert indicates that heavy snow is likely and residents should prepare for significant impacts to travel and safety.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers the following geographic regions:

• Treasure County
• Northern Big Horn County
• Southern Big Horn County

Expected Conditions

Residents in the affected areas should prepare for the following weather hazards:

• Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations are expected to range between 7 and 14 inches. The greatest amounts are forecast to occur over the higher hills.
• Wind: Winds could gust as high as 30 mph.
• Impacts: Travel could be difficult at times. The hazardous conditions are expected to impact the Thursday evening and Friday commutes. Additionally, the NWS notes that conditions may threaten young livestock.

Timeline

The Winter Storm Warning is effective from 6:00 PM MDT this evening, March 12, until 6:00 AM MDT on Sunday, March 15. Snow is expected to begin developing this evening and will increase in intensity overnight into Friday. Periods of snow will continue through Saturday night.

What You Should Do

If you must travel, the NWS recommends keeping an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions and updates, residents are encouraged to call 5 1 1.