High Wind Watch

Locations Affected

West Kootenai, MT ∙ Ovando Mountain, MT ∙ Deer Lodge, MT ∙ Indian Springs, MT ∙ Divide, MT ∙ Pioneer Junction, MT ∙ Maxville, MT ∙ Happys Inn, MT ∙ Opportunity, MT ∙ Stryker, MT

Full Alert Message

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Missoula MT 1240 PM MDT Mon Mar 9 2026 ...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts of 55 to 65 mph possible. * WHERE...Butte/Blackfoot Region. * WHEN...From late Wednesday night through Thursday evening. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. 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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