Headline:
Winter Storm Warning issued March 13 at 5:37AM MDT until March 14 at 12:00PM MDT by NWS Missoula MT
Event:
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 13, 2026 - 4:37am
Expires:
March 14, 2026 - 4:45am
Description:
* WHAT...Heavy snow. There is the likelihood of ongoing major winter
weather impacts. Additional snow accumulations between 3 and 12
inches.
* WHERE...Bad Rock Canyon, Marias Pass, Highway 83 Bigfork to Swan
Lake, Essex, Polebridge, and Glacier National Park.
* WHEN...Until noon MDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and
blowing snow. For MAJOR winter weather impacts, expect
considerable disruptions to normal activities. Dangerous or
impossible traveling conditions. Avoid travel in the impacted
areas if possible. Widespread closures and disruptions to
infrastructure may occur. The hazardous conditions could impact
the Friday morning and evening commutes, especially over higher
passes.
Instruction:
Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely
necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter
storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains,
booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing.
Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help
you survive in case you become stranded.
Area Description:
West Glacier Region
Forcast Office:
NWS Missoula MT
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