Headline:
High Wind Warning issued March 11 at 9:39AM MDT until March 12 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Billings MT
Event:
High Wind Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 11, 2026 - 8:39am
Expires:
March 12, 2026 - 8:45am
Description:
* WHAT...West to northwest winds with gusts of 50 to 70 mph possible.
Locally stronger gusts possible.
* WHERE...Portions of south central and southeast Montana.
* WHEN...From 6 AM to 9 PM MDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Extreme wind gusts could blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult for
high profile vehicles. Any sparked fires in dry grasses will spread
rapidly.
Instruction:
People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution and consider postponing travel
until winds subside.
Please take precautions not to produce sparks. The extreme winds
could cause rapid fire spread in dry grasses.
Area Description:
Treasure; Northern Rosebud; Custer; Fallon; Powder River; Carter; Southern Rosebud
Forcast Office:
NWS Billings MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov