Headline:
Lake Wind Advisory issued July 13 at 12:11PM MDT until July 15 at 12:00PM MDT by NWS Glasgow MT
Event:
Lake Wind Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 13, 2026 - 11:11am
Expires:
July 14, 2026 - 5:00am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 93 expected.
For the Lake Wind Advisory, northeast winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts
up to 35 mph expected.
* WHERE...Central and Southeast Phillips, Central and Southern
Valley, Garfield, McCone, and Petroleum Counties.
* WHEN...For the first Heat Advisory and second Heat Advisory, until
2 AM MDT Wednesday. For the Lake Wind Advisory, from 10 AM Tuesday
to noon MDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create
hazardous conditions for small craft. Hot temperatures and high
humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Instruction:
Boaters on Fort Peck Lake should use extra caution since strong winds
and rough waves can overturn small craft.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke.
To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in
shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat
should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an
emergency! Call 9 1 1.
Area Description:
Central and Southeast Phillips; Central and Southern Valley; Petroleum; Garfield; McCone
Forcast Office:
NWS Glasgow MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov