Headline:
High Wind Warning issued April 7 at 12:44PM MDT until April 8 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Billings MT
Event:
High Wind Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 7, 2026 - 11:44am
Expires:
April 7, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.
* WHERE...Judith Gap, Southern Wheatland, Melville Foothills, and
Northern Sweet Grass.
* WHEN...Until midnight MDT tonight.
* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
Highway 191 from Big Timber through Judith Gap. Warm and dry
conditions could cause rapid grass fire spread. Use caution with
any burning activities.
Instruction:
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.
Grass fires can spark and spread quickly in these conditions. Use
extra caution as to not cause a spark.
Area Description:
Judith Gap; Northern Sweet Grass; Melville Foothills; Southern Wheatland
Forcast Office:
NWS Billings MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov