Headline:
High Wind Warning issued March 11 at 2:07PM MDT until March 12 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Billings MT
Event:
High Wind Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 11, 2026 - 1:07pm
Expires:
March 12, 2026 - 1:15pm
Description:
* WHAT...Southwest to west wind gusts of 60 to 80 mph expected.
* WHERE...Beartooth Foothills and Livingston Area.
* WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Strong to dangerous crosswinds will make travel difficult
along Interstate 90 from Livingston to Big Timber and roads along
the Beartooth Foothills. Damaging winds could blow down trees and
power lines. Power outages are possible. Any sparked fires could
cause rapid fire spread in dry grasses.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected early
Thursday through mid day Thursday.
Instruction:
People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution and consider postponing travel
until winds subside, or take an alternate route.
Please avoid activity that could spark fires.
Area Description:
Livingston Area; Beartooth Foothills
Forcast Office:
NWS Billings MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov