Alert archive / Montana / High Wind Warnings in 2020
High Wind Warning 8, NWS Missoula, MT
NWS Missoula, MT issued this high wind warning at Oct 13, 2020, 3:05 AM MDT for 11 counties in Montana. It took effect at Oct 13, 2020, 4:00 PM MDT. It was in force for 11 hr. 40 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
- Oct 13, 2020, 3:05 AM MDT (09:05 UTC)
- In effect from
- Oct 13, 2020, 4:00 PM MDT
- Expired
- Oct 14, 2020, 3:13 AM MDT
- In force
- 11 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Missoula, MT
Counties Deer Lodge County, MT, Flathead County, MT, Granite County, MT, Lake County, MT, Lincoln County, MT, Mineral County, MT, Missoula County, MT, Powell County, MT, Ravalli County, MT, Sanders County, MT, Silver Bow County, MT
The radar
The Missoula radar (KMSX), 2 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 09:07 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 13, 6:26 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 51 | 5 Sw Lolo, MT | MESONET STATION MOMM8 FIRE EFFECTS PORTABLE NO. 2. |
| Oct 13, 6:30 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 46 | 2 Wsw Deer Lodge, MT | MESONET STATION K38S 1.8 W DEER LODGE (GTFWFO). |
| Oct 13, 7:00 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 61 | 3 Wsw Blacktail - Railr, MT | MESONET STATION SNSLP 2.9 W BLACKTAIL - RAILROAD ID (GNP). |
| Oct 13, 7:00 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 66 | 5 E Lake Mcdonald, MT | MESONET STATION SPRMT SPERRY. |
| Oct 13, 7:09 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 49 | 4 Wnw Darby, MT | MESONET STATION LRCM8 4 WNW DARBY. |
| Oct 13, 7:09 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 63 | 6 Wsw Trailcreek, MT | MESONET STATION CYFM8 HORNET MOUNTAIN. |
| Oct 13, 7:11 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 48 | Hungry Horse, MT | MESONET STATION HNYM8 HUNGRY HORSE RAWS. |
| Oct 13, 7:12 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 45 | 4 Wnw Taft, MT | ASOS STATION KMLP MULLAN PASS VOR. |
| Oct 13, 7:13 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 41 | 3 Nne Lake Mary Ronan, MT | MESONET STATION TT339 SWAN LAKE FIRE QD. |
| Oct 13, 7:15 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 58 | 2 E Camas, MT | MESONET STATION HOTM8 1 SW HOT SPRINGS. |
| Oct 13, 7:41 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 43 | 4 Ne Arlee, MT | MESONET STATION PSTM8 4 NE ARLEE. |
| Oct 13, 7:59 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 79 | 5 E Evaro, MT | MESONET STATION PNTM8 POINT 6. |
| Oct 13, 8:00 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 52 | Creston, MT | MESONET STATION CRSM CRESTON (AGRIMET). |
| Oct 13, 8:00 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 75 | 9 Ne Bigfork, MT | MESONET STATION MAEMT MOUNT AENEAS. |
| Oct 13, 8:01 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 42 | 2 Ene Bearmouth, MT | MESONET STATION MTBRM 1.8 E BEARMOUTH (MT DOT). |
| Oct 13, 8:01 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 52 | 3 Ne Kila, MT | MESONET STATION DW0711 KILA. |
| Oct 13, 8:09 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 55 | 13 Ene Sula, MT | MESONET STATION TEPM8 TEPEE PT. |
| Oct 13, 8:24 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 50 | 5 Sse Finn, MT | MESONET STATION MTAVN 5.2 SE FINN (MT DOT). |
| Oct 13, 8:30 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 46 | 2 Ene Clearwater, MT | MESONET STATION TS856 CLEARWATER JNCTN. |
| Oct 13, 8:30 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 48 | 3 Nnw Finley Point, MT | MESONET STATION FLB06 2.8 NW FINLEY POINT (MSOWFO). |
| Oct 13, 8:42 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 56 | 1 E Blacktail - Railroa, MT | MESONET STATION FIEM8 5 W MARIAS PASS. |
| Oct 13, 8:45 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 52 | 5 Ene Lonepine, MT | MESONET STATION MTM58 4.8 E LONEPINE (MT-MESO). |
| Oct 13, 8:57 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 43 | 3 Wsw Georgetown, MT | MESONET STATION MTGTL 2.7 W GEORGETOWN (MT DOT). |
| Oct 13, 8:57 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 44 | 1 Wsw Georgetown, MT | MESONET STATION 267009 1 WSW GEORGETOWN. |
| Oct 13, 9:02 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 43 | 3 Ese Thompson Falls, MT | MESONET STATION THAM8 THOMPSON FALLS RAWS. |
| Oct 13, 9:06 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 58 | 6 E Darby, MT | MESONET STATION DEEM8 DEER MOUNTAIN. |
| Oct 13, 9:10 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 49 | 2 Sse Pablo, MT | AWOS STATION K7S0 2 SSE PABLO. |
| Oct 13, 9:30 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 40 | 2 Wnw Butte, MT | MESONET STATION MTM46 1.5 W BUTTE (MT-MESO). |
| Oct 13, 9:40 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 41 | 6 Ese Georgetown, MT | MESONET STATION TT238 6 ESE GEORGETOWN. |
| Oct 13, 9:40 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 64 | 2 Ene Stevensville, MT | MESONET STATION AV610 STEVENSVILLE. |
| Oct 13, 10:00 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 64 | 3 Sw Pinnacle, MT | MESONET STATION TRWMT TUNNEL RIDGE WIND. |
| Oct 13, 10:14 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 45 | Stevensville, MT | MESONET STATION STVM8 STEVI. |
| Oct 13, 10:14 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 48 | 3 Sse Butte, MT | ASOS STATION KBTM BUTTE-MOONEY AP. |
| Oct 13, 10:25 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 40 | 2 Wsw Deer Lodge, MT | AWOS STATION 38S9 1 WSW DEER LODGE. |
| Oct 13, 10:50 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 49 | 1 E Hamilton, MT | AWOS STATION K6S5 HAMILTON RAVALLI. |
| Oct 13, 10:53 PM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 48 | 6 Wnw Missoula, MT | ASOS STATION KMSO MISSOULA, MT. |
| Oct 14, 1:00 AM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 40 | 1 Nw Round Butte, MT | MESONET STATION RDBM 1.1 NW ROUND BUTTE (AGRIMET). |
| Oct 14, 1:12 AM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 46 | 5 Nw Lolo Hot Springs, MT | MESONET STATION TR279 LOLO PORTABLE NO. 1. |
| Oct 14, 1:15 AM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 43 | 1 Ssw Somers, MT | MESONET STATION FLB07 1.1 S SOMERS (MSOWFO). |
| Oct 14, 1:15 AM MDT | NON-TSTM WND GST 56 | 6 E Lonepine, MT | MESONET STATION MTM57 5.7 E LONEPINE (MT-MESO). |
Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.
The nearest sounding before it
Spokane, WA (KOTX), launched 00:00Z, 9.1 hours before the alert went out and 195 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
- 11 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- -6 J/kg
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 1985 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 79 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 64 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 57 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
469 WWUS75 KMSO 130905 NPWMSO URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Missoula MT 305 AM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 MTZ007-140915- /O.UPG.KMSO.HW.A.0003.201013T2100Z-201014T1200Z/ /O.NEW.KMSO.HW.W.0008.201013T2100Z-201014T1200Z/ Butte/Blackfoot Region- 305 AM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 6 AM MDT WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...West winds 30 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Butte, Georgetown Lake, Highway 12 Garrison to Elliston, Homestake Pass, and MacDonald Pass. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 6 AM MDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ IDZ005-007-140600- /O.NEW.KMSO.WI.Y.0014.201013T2100Z-201014T0600Z/ Northern Clearwater Mountains-Orofino/Grangeville Region- 205 AM PDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 11 PM PDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. * WHERE...Elk River, Highway 11 Pierce to Headquarters, Pierce, Camas Prairie, Grangeville and vicinity, and Greer Grade. * WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 11 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ MTZ043-140915- /O.CON.KMSO.HW.A.0003.201013T2100Z-201014T1200Z/ Potomac/Seeley Lake Region- 305 AM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THIS AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE TONIGHT... * WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph possible. * WHERE...Highway 200 Bonner to Greenough, Highway 83 Seeley Lake to Condon, and I-90 East Missoula to Bearmouth. * WHEN...This afternoon through late tonight. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds. && $$ MTZ001-004-140600- /O.CON.KMSO.HW.A.0003.201013T2100Z-201014T0600Z/ Kootenai/Cabinet Region-Lower Clark Fork Region- 305 AM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THIS AFTERNOON THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph possible. * WHERE...Highway 2 Kalispell to Libby, Highway 37 Eureka to Libby, Highway 56 Bull Lake Road, Highway 93 Eureka to Whitefish, Evaro Hill, Highway 200 Thompson Falls to Plains, Highway 200 Trout Creek to Heron, and I-90 Lookout Pass to Haugan. * WHEN...This afternoon through this evening. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds. && $$ MTZ003-140600- /O.CON.KMSO.HW.A.0003.201013T2100Z-201014T0600Z/ Flathead/Mission Valleys- 305 AM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THIS AFTERNOON THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph possible. * WHERE...Flathead Lake, Flathead Valley, Mission Valley, and Polson. * WHEN...This afternoon through this evening. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds. && $$ MTZ005-140915- /O.CON.KMSO.HW.A.0003.201013T2100Z-201014T1000Z/ Missoula/Bitterroot Valleys- 305 AM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THIS AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE TONIGHT... * WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph possible. * WHERE...Missoula/Bitterroot Valleys. * WHEN...This afternoon through late tonight. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds. && $$ MTZ006-140915- /O.CON.KMSO.HW.A.0003.201013T2100Z-201014T1000Z/ Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains- 305 AM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THIS AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE TONIGHT... * WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible. * WHERE...Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains. * WHEN...This afternoon through tonight. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds. && $$
5 follow-up statements
290 WWUS75 KMSO 131623 NPWMSO URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Missoula MT 1023 AM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 MTZ001-140600- /O.UPG.KMSO.HW.A.0003.201013T2100Z-201014T0600Z/ /O.EXB.KMSO.HW.W.0008.201013T2200Z-201014T0600Z/ Kootenai/Cabinet Region- 1023 AM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT... * WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * WHERE...Highway 2 Kalispell to Libby, Highway 37 Eureka to Libby, Highway 56 Bull Lake Road, and Highway 93 Eureka to Whitefish. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to midnight MDT tonight. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ MTZ004-140600- /O.UPG.KMSO.HW.A.0003.201013T2100Z-201014T0600Z/ /O.EXB.KMSO.HW.W.0008.201013T2200Z-201014T0600Z/ Lower Clark Fork Region- 1023 AM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT... * WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * WHERE...Evaro Hill, Highway 200 Thompson Falls to Plains, Highway 200 Trout Creek to Heron, and I-90 Lookout Pass to Haugan. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to midnight MDT tonight. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ MTZ003-140600- /O.UPG.KMSO.HW.A.0003.201013T2100Z-201014T0600Z/ /O.EXB.KMSO.HW.W.0008.201014T0000Z-201014T0600Z/ Flathead/Mission Valleys- 1023 AM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT... * WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * WHERE...Flathead Lake, Flathead Valley, Mission Valley, and Polson. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to midnight MDT tonight. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ MTZ006-141200- /O.UPG.KMSO.HW.A.0003.201013T2100Z-201014T1000Z/ /O.EXB.KMSO.HW.W.0008.201013T2300Z-201014T1200Z/ Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains- 1023 AM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 6 AM MDT WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * WHERE...Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 6 AM MDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ MTZ043-141200- /O.UPG.KMSO.HW.A.0003.201013T2100Z-201014T1200Z/ /O.EXB.KMSO.HW.W.0008.201014T0000Z-201014T0600Z/ Potomac/Seeley Lake Region- 1023 AM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT... * WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...Highway 200 Bonner to Clearwater Junction and I-90 East Missoula to Bearmouth. Winds are anticipated to be lighter north of Clearwater Junction. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to midnight MDT tonight. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ MTZ007-141200- /O.EXT.KMSO.HW.W.0008.201014T0000Z-201014T1200Z/ Butte/Blackfoot Region- 1023 AM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM MDT WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...West winds 30 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. * WHERE...Butte, Georgetown Lake, Highway 12 Garrison to Elliston, Homestake Pass, and MacDonald Pass. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 AM MDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ IDZ006-140600- /O.EXA.KMSO.WI.Y.0014.201013T2100Z-201014T0600Z/ Southern Clearwater Mountains- 923 AM PDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 11 PM PDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. * WHERE...Dixie, Elk City, and Highway 12 Lowell to Lolo Pass. * WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 11 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ IDZ005-007-140600- /O.CON.KMSO.WI.Y.0014.201013T2100Z-201014T0600Z/ Northern Clearwater Mountains-Orofino/Grangeville Region- 923 AM PDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 11 PM PDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. * WHERE...Elk River, Highway 11 Pierce to Headquarters, Pierce, Camas Prairie, Grangeville and vicinity, and Greer Grade. * WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 11 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ MTZ005-140600- /O.EXT.KMSO.HW.A.0003.201014T0000Z-201014T0600Z/ Missoula/Bitterroot Valleys- 1023 AM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM MDT THIS EVENING THROUGH MIDNIGHT TONIGHT. * WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph possible. * WHERE...Missoula/Bitterroot Valleys. * WHEN...From 6 PM MDT this evening through midnight MDT tonight. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds. && $$
896 WWUS75 KMSO 132028 NPWMSO URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Missoula MT 228 PM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 MTZ007-141200- /O.CON.KMSO.HW.W.0008.201014T0000Z-201014T1200Z/ Butte/Blackfoot Region- 228 PM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM MDT WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...West winds 30 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. * WHERE...Butte, Georgetown Lake, Highway 12 Garrison to Elliston, Homestake Pass, and MacDonald Pass. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 AM MDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ MTZ001-140600- /O.CON.KMSO.HW.W.0008.201013T2200Z-201014T0600Z/ Kootenai/Cabinet Region- 228 PM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT... * WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * WHERE...Highway 2 Kalispell to Libby, Highway 37 Eureka to Libby, Highway 56 Bull Lake Road, and Highway 93 Eureka to Whitefish. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to midnight MDT tonight. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ MTZ004-140600- /O.CON.KMSO.HW.W.0008.201013T2200Z-201014T0600Z/ Lower Clark Fork Region- 228 PM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT... * WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * WHERE...Evaro Hill, Highway 200 Thompson Falls to Plains, Highway 200 Trout Creek to Heron, and I-90 Lookout Pass to Haugan. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to midnight MDT tonight. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ MTZ003-140600- /O.CON.KMSO.HW.W.0008.201014T0000Z-201014T0600Z/ Flathead/Mission Valleys- 228 PM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT... * WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * WHERE...Flathead Lake, Flathead Valley, Mission Valley, and Polson. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to midnight MDT tonight. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ MTZ043-140600- /O.CON.KMSO.HW.W.0008.201014T0000Z-201014T0600Z/ Potomac/Seeley Lake Region- 228 PM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT... * WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...Highway 200 Bonner to Clearwater Junction and I-90 East Missoula to Bearmouth. Winds are anticipated to be lighter north of Clearwater Junction. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to midnight MDT tonight. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ MTZ006-141200- /O.CON.KMSO.HW.W.0008.201013T2300Z-201014T1200Z/ Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains- 228 PM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * WHERE...Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 6 AM MDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ MTZ005-141200- /O.UPG.KMSO.HW.A.0003.201014T0000Z-201014T0600Z/ /O.EXB.KMSO.WI.Y.0014.201014T0000Z-201014T1200Z/ Missoula/Bitterroot Valleys- 228 PM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM MDT WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph possible. * WHERE...Missoula/Bitterroot Valleys. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 AM MDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Isolated areas of damaging winds are possible this evening, particularly across southern portions of the Bitterroot valley. Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ IDZ005-007-140600- /O.CON.KMSO.WI.Y.0014.201013T2100Z-201014T0600Z/ Northern Clearwater Mountains-Orofino/Grangeville Region- 128 PM PDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM PDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. * WHERE...Elk River, Highway 11 Pierce to Headquarters, Pierce, Camas Prairie, Grangeville and vicinity, and Greer Grade. * WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 11 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ IDZ006-140600- /O.CON.KMSO.WI.Y.0014.201013T2100Z-201014T0600Z/ Southern Clearwater Mountains- 128 PM PDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM PDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. * WHERE...Dixie, Elk City, and Highway 12 Lowell to Lolo Pass. * WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 11 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$
403 WWUS75 KMSO 140304 NPWMSO URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Missoula MT 904 PM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 MTZ001-004-140415- /O.CAN.KMSO.HW.W.0008.000000T0000Z-201014T0600Z/ Kootenai/Cabinet Region-Lower Clark Fork Region- 904 PM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED... Winds have peaked and since been steadily decreasing. Thus the potential for damaging winds has ended in these areas. $$ MTZ007-141200- /O.CON.KMSO.HW.W.0008.000000T0000Z-201014T1200Z/ Butte/Blackfoot Region- 904 PM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...West winds 30 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. * WHERE...Butte, Georgetown Lake, Highway 12 Garrison to Elliston, Homestake Pass, and MacDonald Pass. * WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ MTZ003-140600- /O.CON.KMSO.HW.W.0008.000000T0000Z-201014T0600Z/ Flathead/Mission Valleys- 904 PM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT... * WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph have been observed in parts of the Flathead and Mission Valley and will remain possible through midnight. * WHERE...Flathead Lake, Flathead Valley, Mission Valley, and Polson. * WHEN...Until midnight MDT tonight. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ MTZ043-140600- /O.CON.KMSO.HW.W.0008.000000T0000Z-201014T0600Z/ Potomac/Seeley Lake Region- 904 PM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT... * WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph are still possible. * WHERE...Highway 200 Bonner to Clearwater Junction and I-90 East Missoula to Bearmouth. Winds are anticipated to be lighter north of Clearwater Junction. * WHEN...Until midnight MDT tonight. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ MTZ006-141200- /O.CON.KMSO.HW.W.0008.000000T0000Z-201014T1200Z/ Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains- 904 PM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph have been observed and remain possible overnight. * WHERE...Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains. * WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ IDZ005-007-140600- /O.CON.KMSO.WI.Y.0014.000000T0000Z-201014T0600Z/ Northern Clearwater Mountains-Orofino/Grangeville Region- 804 PM PDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM PDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. * WHERE...Elk River, Highway 11 Pierce to Headquarters, Pierce, Camas Prairie, Grangeville and vicinity, and Greer Grade. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ IDZ006-140600- /O.CON.KMSO.WI.Y.0014.000000T0000Z-201014T0600Z/ Southern Clearwater Mountains- 804 PM PDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM PDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. * WHERE...Dixie, Elk City, and Highway 12 Lowell to Lolo Pass. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ MTZ005-141200- /O.CON.KMSO.WI.Y.0014.000000T0000Z-201014T1200Z/ Missoula/Bitterroot Valleys- 904 PM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph have occurred and will remain possible overnight. * WHERE...Missoula/Bitterroot Valleys. * WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Isolated areas of damaging winds are possible this evening, particularly across southern portions of the Bitterroot valley. Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$
623 WWUS75 KMSO 140540 NPWMSO URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Missoula MT 1140 PM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 MTZ003-140645- /O.EXP.KMSO.HW.W.0008.000000T0000Z-201014T0600Z/ Flathead/Mission Valleys- 1140 PM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT... $$ MTZ043-140645- /O.EXP.KMSO.HW.W.0008.000000T0000Z-201014T0600Z/ Potomac/Seeley Lake Region- 1140 PM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT... $$ IDZ005-007-140645- /O.EXP.KMSO.WI.Y.0014.000000T0000Z-201014T0600Z/ Northern Clearwater Mountains-Orofino/Grangeville Region- 1040 PM PDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 11 PM PDT THIS EVENING... $$ IDZ006-140645- /O.EXP.KMSO.WI.Y.0014.000000T0000Z-201014T0600Z/ Southern Clearwater Mountains- 1040 PM PDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 11 PM PDT THIS EVENING... $$ MTZ007-141200- /O.CON.KMSO.HW.W.0008.000000T0000Z-201014T1200Z/ Butte/Blackfoot Region- 1140 PM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...West winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. * WHERE...Butte, Georgetown Lake, Highway 12 Garrison to Elliston, Homestake Pass, and MacDonald Pass. * WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ MTZ006-141200- /O.CON.KMSO.HW.W.0008.000000T0000Z-201014T1200Z/ Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains- 1140 PM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * WHERE...Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains. * WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ MTZ005-141200- /O.CON.KMSO.WI.Y.0014.000000T0000Z-201014T1200Z/ Missoula/Bitterroot Valleys- 1140 PM MDT Tue Oct 13 2020 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...West winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. * WHERE...Missoula/Bitterroot Valleys. * WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$
046 WWUS75 KMSO 140913 NPWMSO URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Missoula MT 313 AM MDT Wed Oct 14 2020 MTZ006-007-141015- /O.CAN.KMSO.HW.W.0008.000000T0000Z-201014T1200Z/ Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains-Butte/Blackfoot Region- 313 AM MDT Wed Oct 14 2020 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED... $$ MTZ005-141015- /O.CAN.KMSO.WI.Y.0014.000000T0000Z-201014T1200Z/ Missoula/Bitterroot Valleys- 313 AM MDT Wed Oct 14 2020 ...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... $$
The office that day
Everything else NWS Missoula, MT issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 13, 3:05 AM MDT | Wind Advisory | MSO | Missoula, Ravalli | 24 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.