Winter Storm Watch

Full Alert Message

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Great Falls MT 304 AM MDT Sun May 5 2024 ...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY MORNING THROUGH THURSDAY MORNING... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 1 and 3 feet possible. Winds could gust in excess of 50 mph at times. * WHERE...Little Belt and Highwood Mountains. * WHEN...From Tuesday morning through Thursday morning. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Those in the backcountry should ensure they have appropriate knowledge and gear and may want to consider alternate plans. Strong winds could result in significant blowing snow and damage to trees and power lines. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. To see a graphical representation of the degree of stress on young livestock please visit our webpage and select Local Programs then Cold Air Advisory for Newborn Livestock. &&