Special Weather Statement 12/17/2024 06:46 for Montana areas

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued December 17 at 7:46AM MST by NWS Great Falls MT
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
December 17, 2024 - 6:46am
Expires: 
December 17, 2024 - 9:00am
Description: 
Fog has developed over portions of the plains and valleys of Central and North Montana this morning. While most locations will only see visibility reductions to between one and three miles where fog is occurring, localized reductions to as low as one half of a mile are possible. Travelers should be prepared for varying conditions over short distances, especially near terrain features like river valleys and low elevation passes. Allow extra spacing between vehicles and use low beam headlights when traveling through foggy conditions.
Area Description: 
Eastern Glacier, Western Toole, and Central Pondera; Eastern Toole and Liberty; Hill County; Eastern Pondera and Eastern Teton; Western and Central Chouteau County; Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine; Judith Basin County and Judith Gap; Fergus County below 4500ft; Helena Valley; Meagher County Valleys; Canyon Ferry Area
Forcast Office: 
NWS Great Falls MT