...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM FRIDAY TO 6 PM
MST SATURDAY...
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and
10 inches, with localized amounts approaching 14 inches. Winds
gusting as high as 35 mph. Wind chill values as low as 25 degrees
below zero on Saturday.
* WHERE...Northern and Southern High Plains adjacent to the Rocky
Mountain Front, Gates of the Mountains, and lower elevations of
Cascade, Judith Basin, and Fergus Counties.
* WHEN...From 5 AM Friday to 6 PM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow
could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions
could impact the Friday morning and evening commutes.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wet roads may quickly freeze and become
extremely slippery Friday afternoon and evening as colder air
surges south and snow continues. Gusty northerly winds could also
cause areas of reduced visibility in blowing snow from Friday
morning through Saturday afternoon.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or visiting the MDT Road Report website.
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.
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