Headline:
High Wind Warning issued August 1 at 12:03AM MDT until August 2 at 12:00PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
High Wind Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 31, 2026 - 11:03pm
Expires:
August 1, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description:
* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph, with gusts up to 60 mph expected.
Isolated wind gusts up to 75 mph along the immediate eastern slopes
of the Rocky Mountain Front.
* WHERE...East Glacier Park Region Zone, and Northern High Plains.
* WHEN...From 6 PM Saturday to noon MDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Recreationists should be aware of any trees that could fall while
establishing camps or hiking.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The most intense winds are likely to occur
between 9 PM Saturday and 6 AM Sunday when mountain wave activity
will be at its peak.
Instruction:
People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.
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. If you must spend
time outdoors, 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.
Area Description:
East Glacier Park Region; Northern High Plains
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov