Headline:
High Wind Warning issued March 7 at 10:59PM MST until March 8 at 11:00PM MST by NWS Billings MT
Event:
High Wind Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 7, 2026 - 9:59pm
Expires:
March 8, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Strong west winds gusting to 75 mph.
* WHERE...Judith Gap, Southern Wheatland, Melville Foothills, and
Northern Sweet Grass.
* WHEN...Until midnight MDT Sunday Night.
* IMPACTS...Strong to dangerous crosswinds will make travel difficult
along Highway 191 from Big Timber through Judith Gap. Warm and dry
conditions could cause rapid fire spread in grasses. Use caution
with any burning activities.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will become strong to dangerous today
with gusts up to 75 mph. Locally higher gusts have the potential to
cause power outages.
Instruction:
Winds this strong will make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution and consider postponing travel
until winds subside, or take an alternate route. Secure loose outdoor
items.
Area Description:
Judith Gap; Northern Sweet Grass; Melville Foothills; Southern Wheatland
Forcast Office:
NWS Billings MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov