Headline:
Winter Storm Warning issued April 2 at 2:43PM MDT until April 3 at 12:00PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 2, 2026 - 1:43pm
Expires:
April 3, 2026 - 5:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Storm total snow accumulations between
6 and 12 inches over Bozeman and Battle Ridge Passes. Winds
gusting as high as 45 mph will create areas of blowing snow this
evening and overnight.
* WHERE...Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains.
* WHEN...Until noon MDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Tire chains may be required for some vehicles if
traveling through mountain passes. Isolated power outages are
possible due to the heavy, wet snow accumulating on power lines.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow accumulations on road surfaces may be
limited through the afternoon hours, with impacts to travel
increasing from this evening and through the morning hours on
Friday as snow accumulates on roads and blowing snow reduces
visibility.
Instruction:
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.
Area Description:
Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender: