Headline:
High Wind Watch issued December 17 at 5:43PM MST until December 19 at 12:00AM MST by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
High Wind Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
December 17, 2024 - 4:43pm
Expires:
December 18, 2024 - 4:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph, with gusts up to 60 mph
possible.
* WHERE...The Mountains of Southwestern Montana south of Interstate
90, and Beaverhead and Western Madison below 6000ft.
* WHEN...From Wednesday morning through Wednesday evening.
* IMPACTS...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:
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
Area Description:
Northwest Beaverhead County; Beaverhead and Western Madison below 6000ft; Ruby Mountains and Southern Beaverhead Mountains; Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and Centennial Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT