Headline:
Winter Weather Advisory issued April 23 at 4:35PM MDT until April 24 at 12:00PM MDT by NWS Missoula MT
Event:
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 23, 2026 - 3:35pm
Expires:
April 24, 2026 - 11:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Snow. There is a likelihood of developing or ongoing minor
to moderate winter weather impacts. Total snow accumulations of 3
to 6 inches in the valleys, 5 to 10 inches at pass level, and over
12 inches in the high terrain. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.
* WHERE...Homestake Pass, Georgetown Lake, MacDonald Pass, Highway
12 Garrison to Elliston, and Butte.
* WHEN...Until noon MDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...For MINOR winter weather impacts, expect a few
inconveniences to normal activities. Use caution while driving.
For MODERATE winter weather impacts, expect disruptions to normal
activities. Hazardous traveling conditions. Use extra caution
while driving. Closures and disruptions to infrastructure may
occur. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday evening
and Friday morning commutes, especially over higher passes.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Roads will start out wet this evening, but
standing water and slush may quickly freeze tonight, with icy
conditions possible through the Friday morning commute.
Instruction:
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.
Area Description:
Butte/Blackfoot Region
Forcast Office:
NWS Missoula MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov