Alert archive / Montana / Blizzard Warnings in 2019
Blizzard Warning 2, NWS Billings, MT
NWS Billings, MT issued this blizzard warning at Mar 12, 2019, 3:44 PM MDT for Carter County, Powder River County, Montana. It took effect at Mar 13, 2019, 6:00 AM MDT. It was in force for 20 hr. 3 reports came from inside the area while it was in force.
The area
The counties it named, with what was reported inside it.
The facts
- Issued
- Mar 12, 2019, 3:44 PM MDT (21:44 UTC)
- In effect from
- Mar 13, 2019, 6:00 AM MDT
- Expired
- Mar 14, 2019, 2:27 AM MDT
- In force
- 20 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Billings, MT
Counties Carter County, MT, Powder River County, MT
The radar
The Rapid City radar (KUDX), 231 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 21:49 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.
Open the radar archive at this moment
The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.
What was reported inside it
| Time | Report | Where | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 13, 3:00 PM MDT | SNOW 3 | 1 Sse Alzada, MT | |
| Mar 13, 6:00 PM MDT | SNOW 3 | 19 Ese Broadus, MT | |
| Mar 13, 6:00 PM MDT | SNOW 3 | 8 S Belle Creek, MT |
Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.
The nearest sounding before it
Rapid City, SD (KRAP), launched 12:00Z, 9.7 hours before the alert went out and 232 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.
- Mixed-layer CAPE
- 0 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- No buoyant parcel
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 2600 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 76 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 38 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 97 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
494 WWUS45 KBYZ 122144 WSWBYZ URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Billings MT 344 PM MDT Tue Mar 12 2019 MTZ036-037-WYZ099-132145- /O.UPG.KBYZ.WS.A.0007.190313T1200Z-190314T1800Z/ /O.NEW.KBYZ.BZ.W.0002.190313T1200Z-190314T1800Z/ Powder River-Carter-Sheridan Foothills- Including the locations of Broadus, Biddle, Powderville, Sonnette, Ekalaka, Alzada, Hammond, Belltower, Sheridan, Dayton, Ranchester, Big Horn, and Story 344 PM MDT Tue Mar 12 2019 ...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM WEDNESDAY TO NOON MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 9 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. Significant blowing/drifting Snow, and reduced visibilities expected. * WHERE...In Wyoming, Sheridan Foothills. In Montana, Powder River and Carter. * WHEN...From 6 AM Wednesday to noon MDT Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will become very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could reduce visibility to a quarter mile or less. Roads may require closure due to drifting and limited visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$ MTZ038-058-132145- /O.UPG.KBYZ.WS.A.0007.190313T1200Z-190314T1800Z/ /O.NEW.KBYZ.WS.W.0007.190313T1200Z-190314T1800Z/ Southern Big Horn-Southern Rosebud- Including the locations of Lodge Grass, Pryor, Wyola, Lame Deer, Ashland, and Birney 344 PM MDT Tue Mar 12 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM WEDNESDAY TO NOON MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 8 inches expected, with higher amounts along higher hills. Winds gusting as high as 30 mph. Blowing/Drifting Snow and reduced visibilities expected. * WHERE...Southern Big Horn and Southern Rosebud. * WHEN...From 6 AM Wednesday to noon MDT Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$ WYZ098-132145- /O.UPG.KBYZ.WS.A.0007.190313T1200Z-190314T1800Z/ /O.NEW.KBYZ.WS.W.0007.190313T1200Z-190314T1800Z/ Northeast Bighorn Mountains- Including the locations of Burgess Jct 344 PM MDT Tue Mar 12 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM WEDNESDAY TO NOON MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 12 to 17 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. Significant Blowing/Drifting Snow and reduced visibilities expected. * WHERE...Northeast Bighorn Mountains. * WHEN...From 6 AM Wednesday to noon MDT Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$ MTZ033-132145- /O.UPG.KBYZ.WS.A.0007.190313T1200Z-190314T1800Z/ /O.NEW.KBYZ.WW.Y.0017.190313T1200Z-190314T1800Z/ Fallon- Including the locations of Baker, Plevna, and Webster 344 PM MDT Tue Mar 12 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM WEDNESDAY TO NOON MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 30 mph. Blowing/Drifting Snow and Reduced Visibilities expected. * WHERE...Fallon. * WHEN...From 6 AM Wednesday to noon MDT Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact morning or evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$ MTZ030>032-035-057-132145- /O.NEW.KBYZ.WW.Y.0017.190313T1200Z-190314T1800Z/ Treasure-Northern Rosebud-Custer-Yellowstone-Northern Big Horn- Including the locations of Hysham, Bighorn, Colstrip, Forsyth, Ingomar, Angela, Miles City, Ismay, Volborg, Billings, Laurel, Huntley, Pompeys Pillar, Custer, Broadview, Hardin, Crow Agency, and Busby 344 PM MDT Tue Mar 12 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM WEDNESDAY TO NOON MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches expected. Greatest accumulations along and South of Interstates 90 and 94. Winds gusting as high as 30 mph. Blowing/Drifting Snow and reduced visibilities expected. * WHERE...Treasure, Northern Rosebud, Custer, Yellowstone and Northern Big Horn. * WHEN...From 6 AM Wednesday to noon MDT Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$ MTZ039-056-066-132145- /O.NEW.KBYZ.WW.Y.0017.190313T0800Z-190314T1200Z/ Eastern Carbon-Red Lodge Foothills-Beartooth Foothills- Including the locations of Bridger, Joliet, Fromberg, Belfry, Warren, Red Lodge, Roberts, Roscoe, Fishtail, McLeod, and Nye 344 PM MDT Tue Mar 12 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM WEDNESDAY TO 6 AM MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches expected with locally higher amounts possible near Red Lodge. Winds gusting as high as 30 mph. Blowing/Drifting Snow and reduced visibilities expected. * WHERE...Eastern Carbon, Red Lodge Foothills and Beartooth Foothills. * WHEN...From 2 AM Wednesday to 6 AM MDT Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be difficult. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$ MTZ065-132145- /O.NEW.KBYZ.WW.Y.0017.190313T0800Z-190314T1200Z/ Livingston Area- Including the locations of Livingston and Springdale 344 PM MDT Tue Mar 12 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM WEDNESDAY TO 6 AM MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 30 mph. Blowing/Drifting Snow and Reduced Visibilities expected. * WHERE...Livingston Area. * WHEN...From 2 AM Wednesday to 6 AM MDT Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$
5 follow-up statements
374 WWUS45 KBYZ 130931 WSWBYZ URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Billings MT 331 AM MDT Wed Mar 13 2019 MTZ036-037-140945- /O.CON.KBYZ.BZ.W.0002.190313T1200Z-190314T1800Z/ Powder River-Carter- Including the locations of Broadus, Biddle, Powderville, Sonnette, Ekalaka, Alzada, Hammond, and Belltower 331 AM MDT Wed Mar 13 2019 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM THIS MORNING TO NOON MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Powder River and Carter. * WHEN...From 6 AM this morning to noon MDT Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel conditions will become very difficult today and likely impossible tonight, with severe blowing and drifting snow and near zero visibility at times. Roadways include U.S. Highway 212, Highway 59, and state road 323. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel in this area. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$ WYZ099-140945- /O.CON.KBYZ.BZ.W.0002.190313T1200Z-190314T1800Z/ Sheridan Foothills- Including the locations of Sheridan, Dayton, Ranchester, Big Horn, and Story 331 AM MDT Wed Mar 13 2019 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM THIS MORNING TO NOON MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches expected, with locally a foot near Story. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Sheridan Foothills. * WHEN...From 6 AM this morning to noon MDT Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel conditions will become very difficult today and likely impossible tonight, with severe blowing and drifting snow and near zero visibility at times. Roadways include Interstate 90, and U.S. Highway 14 and 16. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel in this area. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$ MTZ038-058-140945- /O.CON.KBYZ.WS.W.0007.190313T1200Z-190314T1800Z/ Southern Big Horn-Southern Rosebud- Including the locations of Lodge Grass, Pryor, Wyola, Lame Deer, Ashland, and Birney 331 AM MDT Wed Mar 13 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM THIS MORNING TO NOON MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow, gusty winds, and blowing snow. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Southern Rosebud and Southern Big Horn. * WHEN...From 6 AM this morning to noon MDT Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel conditions will become very difficult today, and may become impossible in some locations tonight, with blowing and drifting snow and poor visibility at times. Roadways include Interstate 90, U.S. Highway 212, and state road 313. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$ WYZ098-140945- /O.CON.KBYZ.WS.W.0007.190313T1200Z-190314T1800Z/ Northeast Bighorn Mountains- Including the locations of Burgess Jct 331 AM MDT Wed Mar 13 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM THIS MORNING TO NOON MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow, strong winds, and blowing snow. Total snow accumulations of 10 to 16 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Northeast Bighorn Mountains. * WHEN...From 6 AM this morning to noon MDT Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel and back country conditions will become very difficult today, and may become impossible tonight, with blowing and drifting snow and near zero visibility at times. Roadways include U.S. Highway 14. Cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel and back country conditions very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$ MTZ030>033-035-057-140945- /O.CON.KBYZ.WW.Y.0017.190313T1200Z-190314T1800Z/ Treasure-Northern Rosebud-Custer-Fallon-Yellowstone- Northern Big Horn- Including the locations of Hysham, Bighorn, Colstrip, Forsyth, Ingomar, Angela, Miles City, Ismay, Volborg, Baker, Plevna, Webster, Billings, Laurel, Huntley, Pompeys Pillar, Custer, Broadview, Hardin, Crow Agency, and Busby 331 AM MDT Wed Mar 13 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM THIS MORNING TO NOON MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Snow, gusty winds, and blowing snow. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Portions of South Central and Southeast Montana. * WHEN...From 6 AM this morning to noon MDT Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$ MTZ039-056-066-140945- /O.CON.KBYZ.WW.Y.0017.000000T0000Z-190314T1200Z/ Eastern Carbon-Red Lodge Foothills-Beartooth Foothills- Including the locations of Bridger, Joliet, Fromberg, Belfry, Warren, Red Lodge, Roberts, Roscoe, Fishtail, McLeod, and Nye 331 AM MDT Wed Mar 13 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Snow, gusty winds, and blowing snow. Snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Beartooth Foothills, Red Lodge Foothills and Eastern Carbon. * WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel may be difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$ MTZ065-140945- /O.CON.KBYZ.WW.Y.0017.000000T0000Z-190314T1200Z/ Livingston Area- Including the locations of Livingston and Springdale 331 AM MDT Wed Mar 13 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Snow. Snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches expected. * WHERE...Livingston Area. * WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$
174 WWUS45 KBYZ 131950 WSWBYZ URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Billings MT 150 PM MDT Wed Mar 13 2019 MTZ036-037-141800- /O.CON.KBYZ.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-190314T1800Z/ Powder River-Carter- Including the locations of Broadus, Biddle, Powderville, Sonnette, Ekalaka, Alzada, Hammond, and Belltower 150 PM MDT Wed Mar 13 2019 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Powder River and Carter. * WHEN...From 6 AM this morning to noon MDT Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel conditions will become very difficult today and likely impossible tonight, with severe blowing and drifting snow and near zero visibility at times. Roadways include U.S. Highway 212, Highway 59, and state road 323. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel in this area. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$ WYZ099-141800- /O.CON.KBYZ.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-190314T1800Z/ Sheridan Foothills- Including the locations of Sheridan, Dayton, Ranchester, Big Horn, and Story 150 PM MDT Wed Mar 13 2019 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches expected, with locally a foot near Story. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Sheridan Foothills. * WHEN...From 6 AM this morning to noon MDT Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel conditions will become very difficult today and likely impossible tonight, with severe blowing and drifting snow and near zero visibility at times. Roadways include Interstate 90, and U.S. Highway 14 and 16. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel in this area. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$ MTZ038-058-141800- /O.CON.KBYZ.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-190314T1800Z/ Southern Big Horn-Southern Rosebud- Including the locations of Lodge Grass, Pryor, Wyola, Lame Deer, Ashland, and Birney 150 PM MDT Wed Mar 13 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow, gusty winds, and blowing snow. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Southern Rosebud and Southern Big Horn. * WHEN...From 6 AM this morning to noon MDT Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel conditions will become very difficult today, and may become impossible in some locations tonight, with blowing and drifting snow and poor visibility at times. Roadways include Interstate 90, U.S. Highway 212, and state road 313. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$ WYZ098-141800- /O.CON.KBYZ.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-190314T1800Z/ Northeast Bighorn Mountains- Including the locations of Burgess Jct 150 PM MDT Wed Mar 13 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow, strong winds, and blowing snow. Total snow accumulations of 10 to 14 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Northeast Bighorn Mountains. * WHEN...From 6 AM this morning to noon MDT Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel and back country conditions will become very difficult today, and may become impossible tonight, with blowing and drifting snow and near zero visibility at times. Roadways include U.S. Highway 14. Cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel and back country conditions very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$ MTZ030>033-035-057-141800- /O.CON.KBYZ.WW.Y.0017.000000T0000Z-190314T1800Z/ Treasure-Northern Rosebud-Custer-Fallon-Yellowstone- Northern Big Horn- Including the locations of Hysham, Bighorn, Colstrip, Forsyth, Ingomar, Angela, Miles City, Ismay, Volborg, Baker, Plevna, Webster, Billings, Laurel, Huntley, Pompeys Pillar, Custer, Broadview, Hardin, Crow Agency, and Busby 150 PM MDT Wed Mar 13 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Snow, gusty winds, and blowing snow. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. Heaviest snowfall south of Interstates 94 and 90. * WHERE...Portions of South Central and Southeast Montana. * WHEN...From 6 AM this morning to noon MDT Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$ MTZ039-056-066-141200- /O.CON.KBYZ.WW.Y.0017.000000T0000Z-190314T1200Z/ Eastern Carbon-Red Lodge Foothills-Beartooth Foothills- Including the locations of Bridger, Joliet, Fromberg, Belfry, Warren, Red Lodge, Roberts, Roscoe, Fishtail, McLeod, and Nye 150 PM MDT Wed Mar 13 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Snow, gusty winds, and blowing snow. Snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Beartooth Foothills, Red Lodge Foothills and Eastern Carbon. * WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel may be difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$ MTZ065-141200- /O.CON.KBYZ.WW.Y.0017.000000T0000Z-190314T1200Z/ Livingston Area- Including the locations of Livingston and Springdale 150 PM MDT Wed Mar 13 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Snow. Snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches expected. * WHERE...Livingston Area. * WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$
798 WWUS45 KBYZ 132156 WSWBYZ URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Billings MT 356 PM MDT Wed Mar 13 2019 MTZ030>032-035-057-132300- /O.CAN.KBYZ.WW.Y.0017.000000T0000Z-190314T1800Z/ Treasure-Northern Rosebud-Custer-Yellowstone-Northern Big Horn- 356 PM MDT Wed Mar 13 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... Additional snowfall from Billings to Forsyth and Miles City should be less than an inch the rest of the evening with minimal impacts. Motorists should use caution after dark as wet roads may freeze up and become quite slick, especially on bridges. $$ MTZ036-037-141800- /O.CON.KBYZ.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-190314T1800Z/ Powder River-Carter- Including the locations of Broadus, Biddle, Powderville, Sonnette, Ekalaka, Alzada, Hammond, and Belltower 356 PM MDT Wed Mar 13 2019 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Near blizzard conditions. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Powder River and Carter. Mainly along the Wyoming and Dakota borders. * WHEN...until noon MDT Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall expectations for the area have been reduced. However, travel conditions may still become very difficult tonight as snow begins to stick and strong northwest winds cause severe blowing and drifting snow, especially along and near the Wyoming and Dakota borders. Affected roadways include U.S. Highway 212, Highway 59, and state road 323. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Do not travel in this area. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$ WYZ099-141800- /O.CON.KBYZ.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-190314T1800Z/ Sheridan Foothills- Including the locations of Sheridan, Dayton, Ranchester, Big Horn, and Story 356 PM MDT Wed Mar 13 2019 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard or near blizzard conditions. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 6 inches expected, with locally higher amounts near Story. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Sheridan Foothills. * WHEN...until noon MDT Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Expected snowfall amounts have been reduced for Sheridan County, However, travel conditions are still expected to be very difficult overnight with areas of snow, slick roads and limited visibility in blowing and drifting snow. Affected roadways include Interstate 90, and U.S. Highway 14 and 16. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will make travel very dangerous. Do not travel in this area. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$ MTZ038-058-141800- /O.CON.KBYZ.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-190314T1800Z/ Southern Big Horn-Southern Rosebud- Including the locations of Lodge Grass, Pryor, Wyola, Lame Deer, Ashland, and Birney 356 PM MDT Wed Mar 13 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Areas of snow, gusty winds, and blowing snow. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Southern Rosebud and Southern Big Horn. * WHEN...until noon MDT Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Expected snowfall amounts have been reduced. However, blowing and drifting snow and poor visibility will create difficult travel conditions overnight. Impacted roadways include Interstate 90, U.S. Highway 212, and state road 313. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$ WYZ098-141800- /O.CON.KBYZ.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-190314T1800Z/ Northeast Bighorn Mountains- Including the locations of Burgess Jct 356 PM MDT Wed Mar 13 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Moderate snow and strong winds will produce blowing and drifting snow. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 10 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Northeast Bighorn Mountains. * WHEN...until noon MDT Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel and back country conditions will be very difficult overnight with blowing and drifting snow and near zero visibility at times. Affected roads include U.S. Highway 14. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$ MTZ033-141800- /O.CON.KBYZ.WW.Y.0017.000000T0000Z-190314T1800Z/ Fallon- Including the locations of Baker, Plevna, and Webster 356 PM MDT Wed Mar 13 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Snow, gusty winds, and blowing snow. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. Heaviest snowfall south of Interstates 94 and 90. * WHERE...Portions of South Central and Southeast Montana. * WHEN...until noon MDT Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions overnight. Areas of blowing snow could reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$ MTZ039-056-066-141200- /O.CON.KBYZ.WW.Y.0017.000000T0000Z-190314T1200Z/ Eastern Carbon-Red Lodge Foothills-Beartooth Foothills- Including the locations of Bridger, Joliet, Fromberg, Belfry, Warren, Red Lodge, Roberts, Roscoe, Fishtail, McLeod, and Nye 356 PM MDT Wed Mar 13 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Periods of snow, gusty winds, and blowing snow. Snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Beartooth Foothills, Red Lodge Foothills and Eastern Carbon. * WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel may be difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$ MTZ065-141200- /O.CON.KBYZ.WW.Y.0017.000000T0000Z-190314T1200Z/ Livingston Area- Including the locations of Livingston and Springdale 356 PM MDT Wed Mar 13 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Snow. Snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches expected. * WHERE...Livingston Area. * WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions and limited visibility at times, especially near Bozeman Pass. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$
426 WWUS45 KBYZ 140456 WSWBYZ URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Billings MT 1056 PM MDT Wed Mar 13 2019 MTZ039-056-065-066-140600- /O.CAN.KBYZ.WW.Y.0017.000000T0000Z-190314T1200Z/ Eastern Carbon-Red Lodge Foothills-Livingston Area- Beartooth Foothills- 1056 PM MDT Wed Mar 13 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... Only light additional snowfall is expected tonight, therefor the advisory has been cancelled. Be careful as roads will remain snow covered and icy in spots through Thursday morning. $$ MTZ036-037-141800- /O.CON.KBYZ.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-190314T1800Z/ Powder River-Carter- Including the locations of Broadus, Biddle, Powderville, Sonnette, Ekalaka, Alzada, Hammond, and Belltower 1056 PM MDT Wed Mar 13 2019 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Near blizzard conditions. Snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Powder River and Carter. Mainly along the Wyoming and Dakota borders. * WHEN...Until noon MDT Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall expectations for the area have been reduced. However, travel conditions may still become very difficult tonight as snow begins to stick and strong northwest winds cause severe blowing and drifting snow, especially along and near the Wyoming and Dakota borders. Affected roadways include U.S. Highway 212, Highway 59, and state road 323. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Do not travel in this area. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$ WYZ099-141800- /O.CON.KBYZ.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-190314T1800Z/ Sheridan Foothills- Including the locations of Sheridan, Dayton, Ranchester, Big Horn, and Story 1056 PM MDT Wed Mar 13 2019 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard or near blizzard conditions. snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches expected, with locally higher amounts near Story. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Sheridan Foothills. * WHEN...Until noon MDT Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Expected snowfall amounts have been reduced for Sheridan County, However, travel conditions are still expected to be very difficult overnight with areas of snow, slick roads and limited visibility in blowing and drifting snow. Affected roadways include Interstate 90, and U.S. Highway 14 and 16. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will make travel very dangerous. Do not travel in this area. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$ MTZ038-058-141800- /O.CON.KBYZ.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-190314T1800Z/ Southern Big Horn-Southern Rosebud- Including the locations of Lodge Grass, Pryor, Wyola, Lame Deer, Ashland, and Birney 1056 PM MDT Wed Mar 13 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Areas of snow, gusty winds, and blowing snow. Snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Southern Rosebud and Southern Big Horn. * WHEN...Until noon MDT Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Expected snowfall amounts have been reduced. However, blowing and drifting snow and poor visibility will create difficult travel conditions overnight. Impacted roadways include Interstate 90, U.S. Highway 212, and state road 313. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$ WYZ098-141800- /O.CON.KBYZ.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-190314T1800Z/ Northeast Bighorn Mountains- Including the locations of Burgess Jct 1056 PM MDT Wed Mar 13 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Moderate snow and strong winds will produce blowing and drifting snow. Snow accumulations of 5 to 10 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Northeast Bighorn Mountains. * WHEN...Until noon MDT Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel and back country conditions will be very difficult overnight with blowing and drifting snow and near zero visibility at times. Affected roads include U.S. Highway 14. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$ MTZ033-141800- /O.CON.KBYZ.WW.Y.0017.000000T0000Z-190314T1800Z/ Fallon- Including the locations of Baker, Plevna, and Webster 1056 PM MDT Wed Mar 13 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Snow, gusty winds, and blowing snow. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Fallon county. * WHEN...Until noon MDT Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions overnight. Areas of blowing snow could reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$
478 WWUS45 KBYZ 140827 WSWBYZ URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Billings MT 227 AM MDT Thu Mar 14 2019 MTZ036-037-WYZ099-141800- /O.CAN.KBYZ.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-190314T1800Z/ /O.NEW.KBYZ.WW.Y.0018.190314T0827Z-190314T1800Z/ Powder River-Carter-Sheridan Foothills- Including the locations of Broadus, Biddle, Powderville, Sonnette, Ekalaka, Alzada, Hammond, Belltower, Sheridan, Dayton, Ranchester, Big Horn, and Story 227 AM MDT Thu Mar 14 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT TODAY... ...BLIZZARD WARNING IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...Snow, gusty winds, blowing and drifting snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...In Wyoming, Sheridan Foothills. In Montana, Powder River and Carter. * WHEN...Until noon MDT today. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility at times. Drifting snow may make rural roads impassable, and diminish visibility of major roadways. This includes portions of Interstate 90 and U.S. Highway 212. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$ MTZ038-141800- /O.CAN.KBYZ.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-190314T1800Z/ /O.NEW.KBYZ.WW.Y.0018.190314T0827Z-190314T1800Z/ Southern Big Horn- Including the locations of Lodge Grass, Pryor, and Wyola 227 AM MDT Thu Mar 14 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT TODAY... ...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...Snow, gusty winds, blowing and drifting snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Southern Big Horn. * WHEN...Until noon MDT today. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility at times. Drifting snow may make rural roads impassable, and diminish visibility of major roadways. This includes portions of Interstate 90. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$ WYZ098-141800- /O.CAN.KBYZ.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-190314T1800Z/ /O.NEW.KBYZ.WW.Y.0018.190314T0827Z-190314T1800Z/ Northeast Bighorn Mountains- Including the locations of Burgess Jct 227 AM MDT Thu Mar 14 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT TODAY... ...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...Snow, gusty winds, blowing and drifting snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Northeast Bighorn Mountains. * WHEN...Until noon MDT today. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Significant blowing and drifting snow will make travel difficult to impossible on U.S. Highway 14 over the Bighorn mountains this morning. Poor visibility will make back country activities dangerous. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at http://www.weather.gov/billings && $$ MTZ058-140930- /O.CAN.KBYZ.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-190314T1800Z/ Southern Rosebud- 227 AM MDT Thu Mar 14 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED... Snow and winds are diminishing and no longer pose a significant threat. Therefor the Winter Storm Warning has been cancelled. $$ MTZ033-140930- /O.CAN.KBYZ.WW.Y.0017.000000T0000Z-190314T1800Z/ Fallon- 227 AM MDT Thu Mar 14 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... Snow and winds are diminishing and no longer pose a significant threat. Therefor the Winter Weather Advisory has been cancelled. $$
What forecasters said that day
The local office's own words before this blizzard warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.
NWS Billings, MT wrote its last area forecast discussion before this blizzard warning went out at Mar 12, 9:45 AM MDT, 5 hours 59 minutes earlier.
Area forecast discussion, Mar 12, 9:45 AM MDT, 5 hours 59 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Billings MT
945 AM MDT Tue Mar 12 2019
.UPDATE...
Minor changes to inherited forecast to slightly increase forecast
highs across the region. Clear skies and warm air advection should
support similar to slightly warmer temps than yesterday. Have
raised forecast highs to at least as high as observed temps
yesterday. Western zones have been bumped upward a couple of
degrees warmer compared to yesterday.
Additionally, have chosen to drop the Wind Advisory for
Livingston and Nye areas, as winds continue to drop, and gradients
continue to slacken. We may still see a gust around 50 mph, but
should not see anything approaching 60 mph.
Gilstad
&&
.SHORT TERM...valid for Tdy and Wed...
Today will be very similar to Monday across the area. Will start
off warmer than yesterday with most locations holding about 10 to
15 degrees warmer than last night, in the teens and 20s. Highs
yesterday pushed into the lower to mid 40s in central zones.
Expect similar high temperatures this afternoon with plenty of
sunshine.
Breezy conditions should extend further east today as well.
Western gap flow locations will remain gusty this morning,
weakening this afternoon as the pressure gradient reverses with
storm system strengthening to the south. Livingston and Nye have
both seen wind gusts of 55+ mph overnight. Kept current wind
advisory in place for these locations through noon today. Could
still see some blowing and drifting snow for areas west of
Columbus through mid- day today, but threat is diminishing as
temperatures have warmed up over the past 24 hours stabilizing the
snowpack.
Storm system begins to bring precipitation to western zones this
evening as energy drops in from the northwest. By Wednesday
morning southern portion of the system shifts northeastward into
Wyoming, pushing better upper dynamics and low level isentropic
lift into our area. Latest ensemble guidance has increased
precipitation a bit over southeast areas, along and south of a
Hardin to Ekalaka line. Temperatures Wednesday look good for all
snow across the area. In addition to more snow, winds are looking
a bit stronger as well over southern areas, providing better
chances for significant blowing/drifting snow. As a result have
issued a Winter Storm Watch from Big Horn county east along with
Fallon and Sheridan counties for the combination of heavy snow and
blowing snow. Further north and west winds will be a bit weaker
and snow accumulations currently reside in the 1 to 3 inch range.
May need a few Winter Weather Advisories adjacent to the watch and
in the Beartooth Foothills if the current forecast holds. This is
a quick moving system and snow will generally be winding down by
sunrise Thursday morning, though winds and blowing snow threat may
continue well into the afternoon. Chambers
.LONG TERM...valid for Thu...Fri...Sat...Sun...Mon...
High pressure will build in from the west as the upper low
continues to move out of the region on Thursday. Snow will
decrease over southeast Montana with some lingering blowing snow
Thursday morning. Dry conditions then look to prevail through the
rest of the long term as high pressure is progged to remain over
the Northern Rockies. High temperatures look to range from the 30s
to 40s most days, with some places even pushing 50s degrees. Low
temperatures in the teens and 20s look possible most
nights/mornings. Snow melt will continue across the region with
potential hydrologic issues. STP
&&
.AVIATION...
In general, VFR conditions will prevail over the next 24 hours.
Patchy fog over far southeast Montana will bring local reductions
to VLIFR through mid morning. Gusty to strong southwest to west
winds will continue along the western foothills through the
morning, gradually decreasing into the afternoon. Wind gusts in
excess of 40 kts are possible at KLVM. Local reductions due to
blowing snow are possible along the western foothills as well. STP
&&
.PRELIMINARY POINT TEMP/POPS...
Tdy Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon
-------------------------------------------------------
BIL 043 021/036 020/037 018/042 022/043 024/046 026/047
0/U 46/S 31/B 00/B 00/B 00/B 00/B
LVM 042 017/029 011/031 013/037 017/040 020/043 022/044
0/Q 67/S 40/B 00/B 00/B 01/B 10/U
HDN 043 014/035 017/035 010/040 016/042 018/045 022/045
0/U 48/S 51/B 00/B 10/B 00/B 00/B
MLS 040 013/032 019/032 011/036 017/037 017/038 020/039
0/U 15/S 31/B 00/B 00/B 00/B 00/B
4BQ 043 014/032 019/032 011/037 017/039 018/041 021/042
0/U 29/S 92/S 00/U 00/B 00/B 11/B
BHK 040 012/031 020/030 011/033 016/035 016/035 020/036
0/U 06/S 91/N 00/U 00/B 00/B 00/B
SHR 047 020/032 019/032 012/040 019/043 021/046 024/047
0/U 39/S 92/S 00/U 00/B 01/B 11/U
&&
.BYZ WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
MT...Winter Storm Watch in effect from Wednesday morning through
Thursday morning FOR ZONES 33-36>38-58.
WY...Winter Storm Watch in effect from Wednesday morning through
Thursday morning FOR ZONES 98-99.
&&
weather.gov/billingsHazardous weather outlook, Mar 12, 2:15 AM MDT, 13 hours 29 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook National Weather Service Billings MT 215 AM MDT Tue Mar 12 2019 MTZ028>032-034-035-039>042-056-057-063>068-130815- Southern Wheatland-Musselshell-Treasure-Northern Rosebud-Custer- Northern Stillwater-Yellowstone-Eastern Carbon-Northern Park- Northern Sweet Grass-Golden Valley-Red Lodge Foothills- Northern Big Horn-Judith Gap-Paradise Valley-Livingston Area- Beartooth Foothills-Absaroka/Beartooth Mountains-Crazy Mountains- 215 AM MDT Tue Mar 12 2019 This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of central Montana...south central Montana and southeast Montana. * WHAT...Significant Weather Change. * WHERE...Southern Montana * WHEN...Tuesday night through Thursday morning. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A storm system will bring gusty winds and periods of snow to the area starting Tuesday night. Snow accumulations generally in the 1 to 3 inch range are expected, with locally heavier amounts possible. Gusty winds will produce some areas of blowing snow. Plan for winter travel conditions Wednesday and Thursday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Hazardous Weather Outlook is issued when hazardous weather could impact the region within the next week. Be sure to stay tuned for future updates as locations, timing, and impacts could change. Begin preparations to mitigate any impacts that could result from the hazardous weather. &&
The office that day
Everything else NWS Billings, MT issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 12, 2:05 AM MDT | Winter Storm Watch | BYZ | 14 hr | |
| Mar 12, 3:44 PM MDT | Winter Storm Warning | BYZ | 35 hr | |
| Mar 12, 3:44 PM MDT | Winter Weather Advisory | BYZ | Big Horn, Carbon, Custer, Fallon, Park, Rosebud and 3 more | 35 hr |
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Sources
The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.