Headline:
Winter Weather Advisory issued January 3 at 12:20PM MST until January 4 at 11:00AM MST by NWS Missoula MT
Event:
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
January 3, 2025 - 11:20am
Expires:
January 4, 2025 - 10:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Snow and black ice expected. Likelihood of minor impacts
from snow is greater than 60 percent. Likelihood of moderate
impacts from black ice is 60 percent. Total snow accumulations of
2 to 4 inches from Pierce northwards, and in Elk River. In the
mountains expect 4 to 8 inches of snowfall.
* WHERE...Elk River, Highway 11 Pierce to Headquarters, and Pierce.
* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 10 AM PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Winter traveling conditions. For MINOR impacts from
snow, expect a few inconveniences to normal activities. For
MODERATE impacts from black ice, use caution while driving,
especially around curves.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A cold front will bring a brief period of
gusty northwest winds of 15 to 25 mph. With falling temperatures
towards freezing or below, black ice may form.
Instruction:
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.
Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while
driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken
on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and
slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.
Area Description:
Northern Clearwater Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Missoula MT