Headline:
High Wind Watch issued December 17 at 3:18AM MST until December 19 at 2:00AM MST by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
High Wind Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
December 17, 2024 - 2:18am
Expires:
December 17, 2024 - 5:30pm
Description:
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible.
* WHERE...Eastern Pondera and Eastern Teton Counties, Northern
Blaine County, Western and Central Chouteau County, and Bears Paw
Mountains and Southern Blaine.
* WHEN...From Wednesday morning through late Wednesday night.
* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and
cause isolated power outages. Travel could be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Ensure any Christmas and Holiday decorations
are secured Wednesday.
Instruction:
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
Remember, a High Wind Watch means that there is at least a 50%
chance of 40 mph sustained winds or 58 mph wind gusts occurring
during the watch period.
Area Description:
Northern Blaine County; Eastern Pondera and Eastern Teton; Western and Central Chouteau County; Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT