Headline:
Lake Wind Advisory issued October 11 at 10:36AM MDT until October 12 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Missoula MT
Event:
Lake Wind Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 11, 2026 - 9:36am
Expires:
October 12, 2026 - 5:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Wind Advisory canceled and turned into a Lake Wind Advisory
as impacts become focused on Flathead Lake, rather than a larger
area. Northeast to east winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.
Localized gusts of 45 to 50 mph on the east side of Flathead Lake.
* WHERE...Flathead Lake.
* WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create
hazardous conditions for small craft. Localized tree damage and
power outages are still possible.
Instruction:
Boaters on area lakes should use extra caution since strong winds and
rough waves can overturn small craft.
Area Description:
Flathead/Mission Valleys
Forcast Office:
NWS Missoula MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov