High Wind Watch 12/17/2024 06:34 for Montana areas

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...For the Dense Fog Advisory, visibility one-half mile or less in dense freezing fog. For the High Wind Watch, west winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph possible. * WHERE...Cascade County below 5000ft. * WHEN...For the Dense Fog Advisory, until noon MST today. For the High Wind Watch, from Wednesday morning through late Wednesday night. * IMPACTS...Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous. Additionally, elevated surfaces may be icy this morning. High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Ensure any Christmas and Holiday decorations are secured Wednesday.
Instruction: 
If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you. 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: 
Cascade County below 5000ft
Forcast Office: 
NWS Great Falls MT