Headline:
High Wind Watch issued December 17 at 7:34AM MST until December 19 at 5:00AM MST by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
High Wind Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
December 17, 2024 - 6:34am
Expires:
December 17, 2024 - 9:45pm
Description:
* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph
possible.
* WHERE...Portions of central and southwest Montana.
* 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:
Upper Blackfoot and MacDonald Pass; Gates of the Mountains; Little Belt and Highwood Mountains; Helena Valley; Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains; Meagher County Valleys; Elkhorn and Boulder Mountains; Canyon Ferry Area; Missouri Headwaters; Madison River Valley; Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and Centennial Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT