Headline:
High Wind Warning issued March 12 at 5:50AM MDT until March 12 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Billings MT
Event:
High Wind Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 12, 2026 - 4:50am
Expires:
March 12, 2026 - 8:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Southwest to west wind gusts of 70 to 90 mph expected.
* WHERE...Beartooth Foothills and Livingston Area.
* WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT this evening.
* 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 through mid
day today.
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 activities that could spark fires.
Area Description:
Livingston Area; Beartooth Foothills
Forcast Office:
NWS Billings MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov