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Glasgow, MT – A blizzard warning has been issued for parts of eastern Montana, with hazardous conditions expected to begin this evening. Areas affected include Dawson, McCone, Prairie, Richland, and Wibaux counties. According to the National Weather Service in Glasgow, the warning will be in effect from 6 p.m....
Northeast Montana is bracing for intense winter weather as multiple warnings are in effect. A High Wind Warning for SW Phillips and Petroleum Counties is active through 5 PM today, with wind gusts reaching up to 65 mph. Meanwhile, a Blizzard Warning is in effect for McCone, Richland, Prairie, Dawson, and Wibaux Counties until 4 AM Monday. Snowfall totals are expected to range from 2-4 inches along the Big Sheeps and other higher elevations, with potential for higher amounts in strong snow bands. A Winter Weather Advisory is also in place through Monday for areas north of the Missouri River. Conditions are expected to worsen overnight, with near-whiteout visibility in some regions.
MONTANA - Winter Weather Advisories are now in effect from Hill County to Sheridan and Wibaux Counties, including the Havre, Glasgow, and Glendive areas. The advisories are due to a weather system bringing mixed precipitation and freezing rain to the Hi-Line and eastern plains. These Advisories are in place from...
Instruction: If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary. Do not touch downed lines and report any power outages to your electric company. Travel is highly discouraged due to slick roadways and the possibility of downed trees and power lines.
Instruction: Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive. Target Area: Central and Southeast Phillips; Central and Southern Valley; Daniels; Sheridan; Western Roosevelt; Petroleum; Garfield; McCone; Richland; Dawson; Prairie; Wibaux; Northern Phillips; Southwest Phillips; Northern Valley; Eastern Roosevelt.
