Headline:
Winter Storm Warning issued June 26 at 11:04AM MDT until June 29 at 9:00AM MDT by NWS Missoula MT
Event:
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 26, 2026 - 10:04am
Expires:
June 29, 2026 - 8:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Heavy wet snow expected above 6500 feet. Total snow
accumulations of 4 to 8 inches, with 8 to 16 inches across the
Anaconda Pintler Mountains.
* WHERE...Georgetown Lake, backcountry and higher elevation areas.
* WHEN...From 6 PM Saturday to 9 AM MDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Plan for winter-like conditions in the backcountry and
higher elevations. Cold temperatures and wet snow will elevate the
risk of hypothermia. Heavy wet snow may down trees, blocking access
to backcountry roadways.
Instruction:
Persons should consider delaying travel across the backcountry and
higher elevations. If travel is absolutely necessary, consider taking
a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire
chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra
clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that
would help you survive in case you become stranded.
Area Description:
Butte/Blackfoot Region
Forcast Office:
NWS Missoula MT
Sender: