Severe

* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 214, 216, 238, 239, 240, 241, 242, 243, 244, 245, 246, 247, 248, 249, 250 and 251. * TIMING...For the Red Flag Warning, from 10 AM Wednesday to midnight MDT Wednesday night. For the Fire Weather Watch, from Thursday morning through Thursday evening. * WINDS...For the Red Flag Warning, west 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. For the Fire Weather Watch, northwest winds gusting up to 50 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...For the Red Flag Warning, 5 to 8 percent.

* AFFECTED AREA...In Minnesota, North Itasca, North Cass, South Itasca, South Cass, Crow Wing, Northern Aitkin and South Aitkin. * WINDS...Southeast 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 22 percent. * IMPACTS...Any fires that ignite could spread rapidly and become difficult to control. Outdoor burning is not recommended. A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions are forecast to occur. Listen for later forecasts and possible Red Flag Warnings.

* WHAT...Heavy wet snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 12 inches, with higher amounts over the mountain peaks. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and Centennial Mountains. * WHEN...From 6 PM Wednesday to 6 PM MDT Thursday. * 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.

* WHAT...Heavy, wet snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 8 inches possible, highest over the south and east portions of the Gallatin Valley. * WHERE...Gallatin Valley. * WHEN...From Thursday evening through Friday morning. * IMPACTS...Expect difficult driving conditions due to slush or snow covered roadways. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday evening and Friday morning commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heavy, wet snow may cause instances of power outages and or tree damage.

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions possible. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 8 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Judith Basin County and Judith Gap. * WHEN...From late Wednesday night through Thursday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Plan on slippery road conditions. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heavy, wet snow may cause instances of power outages.

* WHAT...Heavy, wet snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 11 inches, with higher amounts over the mountain peaks. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph, highest for northern areas. * WHERE...Little Belt and Highwood Mountains. * WHEN...From Wednesday evening through Thursday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Expect difficult driving conditions due to slush or snow covered roadways. Falling and or blowing snow may significantly reduce visibility below a quarter mile at times. Tire chains may

* WHAT...Southerly winds 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. * WHERE...Madison River Valley. * WHEN...From 3 AM to 6 PM MDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around or damaged by the wind.

* WHAT...Northwesterly winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible. * WHERE...Eastern Toole and Liberty Counties, Hill County, Northern Blaine County, Western and Central Chouteau County, Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine, and Fergus County below 4500ft. * WHEN...From late Wednesday night through Thursday afternoon. * IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 8 and 15 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. * WHERE...Absaroka/Beartooth Mountains. * WHEN...From 6 PM Wednesday to 6 AM MDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Recreation in the high country will be impacted by heavy accumulating snow. Blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are forecast this evening east of the Stillwater River Valley. Monitor the latest forecast for updates.

* WHAT...Sustained west winds 30 to 40 mph, with gusts near 60 mph expected. * WHERE...White Pine County. * WHEN...Until 2 AM PDT Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Blowing dust may reduce the visibility to one mile or less in spots. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive.