Bloomfield, MT Warnings, Watches and Advisories
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High Wind Warning
High Wind Warning issued November 4 at 8:26PM MST until November 5 at 8:00AM MST by NWS Great Falls MT
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 75 mph. * WHERE...The Continental Divide along the Rocky Mountain Front. * WHEN...Until 8 AM MST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
East Glacier Park Region; Southern Rocky Mountain Front
Severe
Likely
Expected
November 4th, 2024 08:26:00 pm MST
November 4th, 2024 08:26:00 pm MST
November 5th, 2024 06:00:00 am MST
High Wind Warning
High Wind Warning issued November 4 at 8:26PM MST until November 5 at 11:00PM MST by NWS Great Falls MT
* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. * WHERE...Eastern Toole and Liberty Counties, Judith Basin County and Judith Gap, Fergus County below 4500ft, and Snowy and Judith Mountains. * WHEN...Until 11 PM MST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Eastern Toole and Liberty; Judith Basin County and Judith Gap; Fergus County below 4500ft; Snowy and Judith Mountains
Severe
Likely
Expected
November 4th, 2024 08:26:00 pm MST
November 4th, 2024 08:26:00 pm MST
November 5th, 2024 06:00:00 am MST
High Wind Warning
High Wind Warning issued November 4 at 8:26PM MST until November 5 at 11:00PM MST by NWS Great Falls MT
* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * WHERE...The foothills and plains adjacent to the Rocky Mountain Front, and Eastern Glacier, Western Toole, and Central Pondera Counties. * WHEN...Until 11 PM MST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Northern High Plains; Eastern Glacier, Western Toole, and Central Pondera; Southern High Plains
Severe
Likely
Expected
November 4th, 2024 08:26:00 pm MST
November 4th, 2024 08:26:00 pm MST
November 5th, 2024 06:00:00 am MST
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued November 4 at 6:55PM MST until November 5 at 9:00AM MST by NWS Billings MT
* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph occurring. * WHERE...Beartooth Foothills and Livingston Area. * WHEN...Until 9 AM MST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along Interstate 90 from Livingston to Big Timber and roads along the Beartooth Foothills. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds are expected this evening.
Livingston Area; Beartooth Foothills
Moderate
Likely
Expected
November 4th, 2024 06:55:00 pm MST
November 4th, 2024 06:55:00 pm MST
November 5th, 2024 09:00:00 am MST
Winter Storm Warning
Winter Storm Warning issued November 4 at 2:29PM MST until November 6 at 11:00AM MST by NWS Glasgow MT
...EARLY SEASON WINTER STORM EXPECTED IN THE LITTLE ROCKIES... .Heavy snowfall Tuesday evening into Wednesday morning combined with strong west winds will combine to make for a dangerous early season winter storm. Brief localized whiteout conditions are possible during the heaviest snowfall, and anyone residing or recreating around the Little Rocky Mountains will be at greatest risk. * WHAT...Heavy snow expected Little Rocky Mountains. Total snow accumulations up to 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Southwest Phillips County. * WHEN...From 11 AM Tuesday to 11 AM MST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Local whiteout conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening.
Southwest Phillips
Severe
Likely
Expected
November 4th, 2024 02:29:00 pm MST
November 4th, 2024 02:29:00 pm MST
November 5th, 2024 05:00:00 am MST
Blizzard Warning
Blizzard Warning issued November 4 at 2:17PM MST until November 5 at 8:00AM MST by NWS Great Falls MT
* WHAT...For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches below 5000 feet, with 5 to 14 inches possible above 5000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 80 mph. For Winter Weather Advisory that follows, snow expected. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches on Tuesday. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. * WHERE...The Continental Divide along the Rocky Mountain Front. * WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 8 AM MST Tuesday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 8 AM to 11 PM MST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Tire chains may be required for some vehicles if traveling through mountain passes. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility and very strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.
East Glacier Park Region; Southern Rocky Mountain Front
Extreme
Likely
Expected
November 4th, 2024 02:17:00 pm MST
November 4th, 2024 02:17:00 pm MST
November 5th, 2024 05:30:00 am MST
Winter Weather Advisory
Winter Weather Advisory issued November 4 at 2:17PM MST until November 5 at 11:00PM MST by NWS Great Falls MT
* WHAT...For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches below 5000 feet, with 5 to 14 inches possible above 5000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 80 mph. For Winter Weather Advisory that follows, snow expected. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches on Tuesday. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. * WHERE...The Continental Divide along the Rocky Mountain Front. * WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 8 AM MST Tuesday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 8 AM to 11 PM MST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Tire chains may be required for some vehicles if traveling through mountain passes. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility and very strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.
East Glacier Park Region; Southern Rocky Mountain Front
Moderate
Likely
Expected
November 4th, 2024 02:17:00 pm MST
November 4th, 2024 02:17:00 pm MST
November 5th, 2024 05:30:00 am MST
Winter Weather Advisory
Winter Weather Advisory issued November 4 at 2:17PM MST until November 5 at 11:00PM MST by NWS Great Falls MT
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph. * WHERE...The foothills and plains adjacent to the Rocky Mountain Front. * WHEN...Until 11 PM MST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Very strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.
Northern High Plains; Southern High Plains
Moderate
Likely
Expected
November 4th, 2024 02:17:00 pm MST
November 4th, 2024 02:17:00 pm MST
November 5th, 2024 05:30:00 am MST
Winter Storm Warning
Winter Storm Warning issued November 4 at 2:17PM MST until November 5 at 11:00PM MST by NWS Great Falls MT
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to 9 inches in the Sweetgrass Hills. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Eastern Toole and Liberty Counties. * WHEN...From 3 AM to 11 PM MST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Eastern Toole and Liberty
Severe
Likely
Expected
November 4th, 2024 02:17:00 pm MST
November 4th, 2024 02:17:00 pm MST
November 5th, 2024 05:30:00 am MST
Winter Weather Advisory
Winter Weather Advisory issued November 4 at 2:17PM MST until November 5 at 11:00PM MST by NWS Great Falls MT
* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Eastern Glacier, Western Toole, and Central Pondera Counties. * WHEN...Until 11 PM MST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.
Eastern Glacier, Western Toole, and Central Pondera
Moderate
Likely
Expected
November 4th, 2024 02:17:00 pm MST
November 4th, 2024 02:17:00 pm MST
November 5th, 2024 05:30:00 am MST
Winter Weather Advisory
Winter Weather Advisory issued November 4 at 2:17PM MST until November 5 at 11:00PM MST by NWS Great Falls MT
* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches, with more possible above pass level. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. * WHERE...Upper Blackfoot and MacDonald Pass and Northwest Beaverhead County. * WHEN...Until 11 PM MST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Tire chains may be required for some vehicles if traveling through mountain passes. Strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.
Upper Blackfoot and MacDonald Pass; Northwest Beaverhead County
Moderate
Likely
Expected
November 4th, 2024 02:17:00 pm MST
November 4th, 2024 02:17:00 pm MST
November 5th, 2024 05:30:00 am MST
Winter Weather Advisory
Winter Weather Advisory issued November 4 at 2:17PM MST until November 6 at 5:00AM MST by NWS Great Falls MT
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 6 inches below 7000 feet and up to 8 inches above 7000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains and Meagher County Valleys. * WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult and tire chains may be required for some vehicles. Those in the backcountry should ensure they are prepared for dangerous conditions. Strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.
Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains; Meagher County Valleys
Moderate
Likely
Expected
November 4th, 2024 02:17:00 pm MST
November 4th, 2024 02:17:00 pm MST
November 5th, 2024 05:30:00 am MST
Winter Storm Warning
Winter Storm Warning issued November 4 at 2:17PM MST until November 6 at 5:00AM MST by NWS Great Falls MT
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 8 inches below 7000 feet and up to 12 inches above 7000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and Centennial Mountains. * WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Tire chains may be required for some vehicles if traveling through mountain passes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest snow is expected Tuesday afternoon and evening along Bozeman Pass.
Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and Centennial Mountains
Severe
Likely
Expected
November 4th, 2024 02:17:00 pm MST
November 4th, 2024 02:17:00 pm MST
November 5th, 2024 05:30:00 am MST
Winter Storm Warning
Winter Storm Warning issued November 4 at 2:17PM MST until November 6 at 5:00AM MST by NWS Great Falls MT
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 3 to 9 inches in northerly upslope favored areas, with 1 to 3 inches possible elsewhere including in Great Falls. Winds could gust as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Cascade County below 5000ft, Fergus County below 4500ft, and Judith Basin County and Judith Gap. * WHEN...From 5 AM Tuesday to 5 AM MST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Cascade County below 5000ft; Judith Basin County and Judith Gap; Fergus County below 4500ft
Severe
Likely
Expected
November 4th, 2024 02:17:00 pm MST
November 4th, 2024 02:17:00 pm MST
November 5th, 2024 05:30:00 am MST
Winter Storm Warning
Winter Storm Warning issued November 4 at 2:17PM MST until November 6 at 5:00AM MST by NWS Great Falls MT
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 6 inches, with up to 2 feet above 4000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine. * WHEN...From 5 AM Tuesday to 5 AM MST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine
Severe
Likely
Expected
November 4th, 2024 02:17:00 pm MST
November 4th, 2024 02:17:00 pm MST
November 5th, 2024 05:30:00 am MST
Winter Storm Warning
Winter Storm Warning issued November 4 at 2:17PM MST until November 6 at 5:00AM MST by NWS Great Falls MT
* WHAT...Total snow accumulations between 12 and 24 inches in northerly upslope favored areas, with 5 to 12 inches possible elsewhere. Winds could gust as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...The Highwood, Little Belt, Judith, and Snowy Mountains. * WHEN...From 5 AM Tuesday to 5 AM MST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult and tire chains may be required for some vehicles. Those in the backcountry should ensure they are prepared for dangerous conditions. Strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.
Little Belt and Highwood Mountains; Snowy and Judith Mountains
Severe
Likely
Expected
November 4th, 2024 02:17:00 pm MST
November 4th, 2024 02:17:00 pm MST
November 5th, 2024 05:30:00 am MST
Winter Weather Advisory
Winter Weather Advisory issued November 4 at 10:25AM MST until November 5 at 11:00AM MST by NWS Missoula MT
* WHAT...Snow expected. Likelihood of minor to moderate impacts from around 1 to 3 inches of snow is 100 percent, and 3 to 6 inches of snow is 90 percent. Snow squalls will have the potential for brief heavy snow, leading to low visibility and icy conditions. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Homestake Pass, Butte, Highway 12 Garrison to Elliston, Georgetown Lake, and MacDonald Pass. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 11 AM MST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...For MODERATE impacts from snow, expect disruptions to normal activities. Use extra caution while driving. These conditions could impact the Monday evening and Tuesday morning commutes, especially over higher passes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Butte/Blackfoot Region
Moderate
Likely
Expected
November 4th, 2024 10:25:00 am MST
November 4th, 2024 10:25:00 am MST
November 5th, 2024 11:00:00 am MST
Winter Weather Advisory
Winter Weather Advisory issued November 4 at 10:25AM MST until November 5 at 11:00AM MST by NWS Missoula MT
* WHAT...Snow expected. Likelihood of minor to moderate impacts from around 1 to 2 inches of snow is 80 percent, and isolated areas of 2 to 4 inches is 30 percent. Snow bands will have the potential for brief moderate to heavy snow, leading to low visibility and icy conditions. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Mission Valley, Polson, Flathead Lake, and Flathead Valley. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 11 AM MST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...For MODERATE impacts from snow, expect disruptions to normal activities. Use extra caution while driving.
Flathead/Mission Valleys
Moderate
Likely
Expected
November 4th, 2024 10:25:00 am MST
November 4th, 2024 10:25:00 am MST
November 5th, 2024 11:00:00 am MST
Winter Weather Advisory
Winter Weather Advisory issued November 4 at 10:25AM MST until November 5 at 11:00AM MST by NWS Missoula MT
* WHAT...Snow expected. Likelihood of minor to moderate impacts from around 1 to 2 inches of snow is 80 percent, and isolated areas of 2 to 4 inches is 30 percent. Snow bands will have the potential for brief moderate to heavy snow, leading to low visibility and icy conditions. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Bitterroot Valley and Missoula. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 11 AM MST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...For MODERATE impacts from snow, expect disruptions to normal activities. Use extra caution while driving.
Missoula/Bitterroot Valleys
Moderate
Likely
Expected
November 4th, 2024 10:25:00 am MST
November 4th, 2024 10:25:00 am MST
November 5th, 2024 11:00:00 am MST
Winter Weather Advisory
Winter Weather Advisory issued November 4 at 10:25AM MST until November 5 at 11:00AM MST by NWS Missoula MT
* WHAT...Snow expected. Likelihood of moderate impacts from 3 to 6 inches of snow is greater than 90 percent, and up to a 50 percent chance of isolated major impacts from 6 to 10 inches or more of snow. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Highway 200 Bonner to Greenough, I-90 East Missoula to Bearmouth, and Highway 83 Seeley Lake to Condon. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 11 AM MST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...For MODERATE impacts from snow, expect disruptions to normal activities. Use extra caution while driving. Closures and disruptions to infrastructure may occur. For MAJOR impacts from snow, expect considerable disruptions to normal activities.
Potomac/Seeley Lake Region
Moderate
Likely
Expected
November 4th, 2024 10:25:00 am MST
November 4th, 2024 10:25:00 am MST
November 5th, 2024 11:00:00 am MST
Winter Storm Warning
Winter Storm Warning issued November 4 at 10:25AM MST until November 5 at 5:00PM MST by NWS Missoula MT
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected above 4000 feet. Likelihood of major impacts from 6 to 10 inches or more of snow is 100 percent, and 10 to 18 inches of snow is 40 percent. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Evaro Hill. * WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 5 PM MST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...For MAJOR impacts from snow, expect considerable disruptions to normal activities. Dangerous or impossible traveling conditions. Avoid travel in the impacted areas if possible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday evening and Tuesday morning commutes, especially over higher passes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow bands will have the potential for brief moderate to heavy snow, leading to low visibility and icy conditions at all elevations.
Lower Clark Fork Region
Severe
Likely
Expected
November 4th, 2024 10:25:00 am MST
November 4th, 2024 10:25:00 am MST
November 5th, 2024 11:00:00 am MST
Winter Weather Advisory
Winter Weather Advisory issued November 4 at 10:25AM MST until November 5 at 5:00PM MST by NWS Missoula MT
* WHAT...Snow expected above 4000 feet. Likelihood of moderate impacts from 3 to 6 inches of snow is greater than 90 percent, and up to a 50 percent chance of isolated major impacts from 6 to 10 inches or more of snow. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Highway 37 Eureka to Libby, Highway 93 Eureka to Whitefish, Highway 2 Kalispell to Libby, and Highway 56 Bull Lake Road. * WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 5 PM MST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...For MODERATE impacts from snow, expect disruptions to normal activities. Use extra caution while driving. These conditions could impact the Monday evening and Tuesday morning commutes, especially over higher passes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Kootenai/Cabinet Region
Moderate
Likely
Expected
November 4th, 2024 10:25:00 am MST
November 4th, 2024 10:25:00 am MST
November 5th, 2024 11:00:00 am MST
Winter Weather Advisory
Winter Weather Advisory issued November 4 at 10:25AM MST until November 5 at 5:00PM MST by NWS Missoula MT
* WHAT...Snow expected. Likelihood of moderate impacts from 3 to 6 inches of snow is greater than 90 percent, and up to a 50 percent chance of isolated major impacts from 6 to 10 inches or more of snow. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Lolo Pass and Highway 93 Sula to Lost Trail Pass. * WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 5 PM MST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...For MODERATE impacts from snow, expect disruptions to normal activities. Use extra caution while driving. These conditions could impact the Monday evening and Tuesday morning commutes, especially over higher passes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains
Moderate
Likely
Expected
November 4th, 2024 10:25:00 am MST
November 4th, 2024 10:25:00 am MST
November 5th, 2024 11:00:00 am MST
Winter Storm Warning
Winter Storm Warning issued November 4 at 10:25AM MST until November 5 at 11:00PM MST by NWS Missoula MT
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected above 4000 feet. Likelihood of major impacts from 6 to 10 inches or more of snow is 100 percent, and 10 to 18 inches of snow is 70 percent. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Essex to Marias Pass. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 11 PM MST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...For MAJOR impacts from snow, expect considerable disruptions to normal activities. Dangerous or impossible traveling conditions. Avoid travel in the impacted areas if possible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday evening and Tuesday morning commutes, especially over higher passes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
West Glacier Region
Severe
Likely
Expected
November 4th, 2024 10:25:00 am MST
November 4th, 2024 10:25:00 am MST
November 5th, 2024 11:00:00 am MST
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