High Wind Watch

Locations Affected

Billings, MT ∙ Arvada, WY ∙ Lockwood, MT ∙ Hailstone National Wildlife Refuge, MT ∙ Saint Xavier, MT ∙ Fromberg, MT ∙ Busby, MT ∙ Banner, WY ∙ Klein, MT ∙ Franklin, MT

Full Alert Message

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Billings MT 242 PM MDT Sun May 5 2024 ...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE TUESDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible. * WHERE...Musselshell, Northeastern Yellowstone, and Northern Big Horn. * WHEN...From Tuesday morning through late Tuesday night. * IMPACTS...Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution and consider postponing travel until winds subside, or take an alternate route. Secure loose items that may blow around and result in property damage. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds may cause tree and power line damage, resulting in power outages. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds. &&

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