High Wind Warning in Northwest Beaverhead County
High Wind Warning issued December 17 at 2:32PM MST until December 18 at 12:00AM MST by NWS Great Falls MT
- Event Start: 2025-12-17T14:32:00-07:00
- Event End: 2025-12-18T00:00:00-07:00
- Event Certainty: Likely
- Event Severity: Severe
Event Description
- WHAT: West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 75 mph.
- WHERE: Portions of central and southwest Montana.
- WHEN: Until midnight MST tonight.
- IMPACTS: Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Power outages are expected. Travel will be very difficult to impossible, especially for high profile vehicles.
Event Instructions
People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.
If at all possible, consider delaying travel during the period of
highest winds or finding an alternate route.
Winter Weather Advisory in Northwest Beaverhead County
Winter Weather Advisory issued December 17 at 2:25PM MST until December 17 at 11:00PM MST by NWS Great Falls MT
- Event Start: 2025-12-17T14:25:00-07:00
- Event End: 2025-12-17T23:00:00-07:00
- Event Certainty: Likely
- Event Severity: Moderate
Event Description
- WHAT: For the first Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow accumulations up to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. For the second Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 6 inches at lower elevations, with snow in excess of a foot above pass level. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.
- WHERE: Northwest Beaverhead County.
- WHEN: For the first Winter Weather Advisory, until 11 PM MST this evening. For the second Winter Weather Advisory, from 2 PM Thursday to 9 PM MST Friday.
- IMPACTS: Travel could be very difficult and tire chains may be required for some vehicles. Those in the backcountry should ensure they are prepared for dangerous conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage.
Event Instructions
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or visiting the MDT Road
Report website.
Remember, a Winter Weather Advisory means that there is at least an
80% chance of minor impacts due to winter weather conditions during
the advisory period.
Winter Weather Advisory in Northwest Beaverhead County
Winter Weather Advisory issued December 17 at 2:25PM MST until December 19 at 9:00PM MST by NWS Great Falls MT
- Event Start: 2025-12-18T14:00:00-07:00
- Event End: 2025-12-19T21:00:00-07:00
- Event Certainty: Likely
- Event Severity: Moderate
Event Description
- WHAT: For the first Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow accumulations up to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. For the second Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 6 inches at lower elevations, with snow in excess of a foot above pass level. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.
- WHERE: Northwest Beaverhead County.
- WHEN: For the first Winter Weather Advisory, until 11 PM MST this evening. For the second Winter Weather Advisory, from 2 PM Thursday to 9 PM MST Friday.
- IMPACTS: Travel could be very difficult and tire chains may be required for some vehicles. Those in the backcountry should ensure they are prepared for dangerous conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage.
Event Instructions
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or visiting the MDT Road
Report website.
Remember, a Winter Weather Advisory means that there is at least an
80% chance of minor impacts due to winter weather conditions during
the advisory period.