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High Wind Warning 1, NWS Great Falls, MT

January 2, 2020

NWS Great Falls, MT issued this high wind warning at Jan 2, 2020, 2:08 PM MST. It took effect at Jan 3, 2020, 12:00 PM MST. It was in force for 36 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.

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Issued
Jan 2, 2020, 2:08 PM MST (21:08 UTC)
In effect from
Jan 3, 2020, 12:00 PM MST
Expired
Jan 5, 2020, 12:00 AM MST
In force
36 hr
Issued by
NWS Great Falls, MT

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WWUS75 KTFX 022108
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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Great Falls MT
208 PM MST Thu Jan 2 2020

MTZ009-048-031200-
/O.UPG.KTFX.HW.A.0001.200103T1900Z-200105T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KTFX.HW.W.0001.200103T1900Z-200105T0400Z/
Northern Rocky Mountain Front-Southern Rocky Mountain Front-
Including Logan Pass, Marias Pass, Browning, Heart Butte, Bynum, 
Choteau, and Augusta
208 PM MST Thu Jan 2 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON FRIDAY TO 9 PM MST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 40 to 60 mph, with gusts up to 90 mph,
  are expected.

* WHERE...Northern Rocky Mountain Front and Southern Rocky 
  Mountain Front.

* WHEN...From noon Friday to 9 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Isolated power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult,
  especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution if you are driving.

Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your local media for the latest
updates on this situation.

&&

Moldan

$$

MTZ010-031200-
/O.UPG.KTFX.HW.A.0001.200104T1300Z-200105T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KTFX.HW.W.0001.200104T1000Z-200105T0400Z/
Eastern Glacier-
Including Cut Bank
208 PM MST Thu Jan 2 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 9 PM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 40 to 60 mph, with gusts up to 80 mph, 
  are expected.

* WHERE...Eastern Glacier County.

* WHEN...From 3 AM to 9 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Isolated power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult,
  especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution if you are driving.

Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your local media for the latest
updates on this situation.

&&

Moldan

$$

MTZ012-014-044-046-049-031200-
/O.EXT.KTFX.HW.A.0001.200104T1300Z-200105T0400Z/
Cascade-Central and Southern Lewis and Clark-Toole-
Eastern Pondera-Eastern Teton-
Including Great Falls, Cascade, Belt, Kings Hill Pass, Helena, 
Lincoln, MacDonald Pass, Rogers Pass, Shelby, Sunburst, Brady, 
Conrad, Fairfield, and Dutton
208 PM MST Thu Jan 2 2020

...HIGH WIND WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
SATURDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 40 to 50 mph, with gusts up to 70 mph, are 
  possible.

* WHERE...Eastern Teton, Eastern Pondera, Toole, Cascade and 
  Central and Southern Lewis and Clark Counties.

* WHEN...From Saturday morning through Saturday evening.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may blow down trees and power lines.
  Isolated power outages are possible. Travel may become 
  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.

&&

Moldan

$$

MTZ011-013-045-047-050-051-031200-
/O.EXT.KTFX.HW.A.0001.200104T1600Z-200105T0400Z/
Hill-Chouteau-Liberty-Blaine-Judith Basin-Fergus-
Including Havre, Rocky Boy, Rudyard, Fort Benton, Carter, 
Big Sandy, Chester, Whitlash, Chinook, Harlem, Hays, Raynesford, 
Stanford, Hobson, Lewistown, Winifred, Lewistown Divide, 
and Grass Range
208 PM MST Thu Jan 2 2020

...HIGH WIND WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
SATURDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph, with gusts up to 60 mph, are 
  possible.

* WHERE...Judith Basin, Blaine, Liberty, Hill, Chouteau and 
  Fergus Counties.

* WHEN...From Saturday morning through Saturday evening.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may blow down trees and power lines.
  Isolated power outages are possible. Travel may become
  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.

&&

Moldan

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/greatfalls
10 follow-up statements
811 
WWUS75 KTFX 031035
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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Great Falls MT
335 AM MST Fri Jan 3 2020

MTZ012-014-044-046-049-032300-
/O.UPG.KTFX.HW.A.0001.200104T1300Z-200105T0400Z/
/O.EXB.KTFX.HW.W.0001.200104T1300Z-200105T0400Z/
Cascade-Central and Southern Lewis and Clark-Toole-
Eastern Pondera-Eastern Teton-
Including Great Falls, Cascade, Belt, Kings Hill Pass, Helena, 
Lincoln, MacDonald Pass, Rogers Pass, Shelby, Sunburst, Brady, 
Conrad, Fairfield, and Dutton
335 AM MST Fri Jan 3 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 9 PM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph, are 
  likely.

* WHERE...Cascade, Central and Southern Lewis and Clark, Toole, 
  Eastern Pondera and Eastern Teton.

* WHEN...From 6 AM to 9 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may cause damage and blow away unsecured
  outdoor objects. Travel may become difficult, especially for 
  high profile vehicles and those pulling trailers.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution if you are driving. Secure outdoor objects.

Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your local media for the latest
updates on this situation.

&&

$$

MTZ050-032300-
/O.UPG.KTFX.HW.A.0001.200104T1600Z-200105T0400Z/
/O.EXB.KTFX.HW.W.0001.200104T1300Z-200105T0400Z/
Judith Basin-
Including Raynesford, Stanford, and Hobson
335 AM MST Fri Jan 3 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 9 PM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph, with gusts up to 66 mph, are
  likely.

* WHERE...Judith Basin.

* WHEN...From 6 AM to 9 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may cause damage and blow away unsecured
  outdoor objects. Travel may become difficult, especially for 
  high profile vehicles and those pulling trailers.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution if you are driving. Secure outdoor objects.

Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your local media for the latest
updates on this situation.

&&

$$

MTZ009-048-032300-
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0001.200103T1900Z-200105T0400Z/
Northern Rocky Mountain Front-Southern Rocky Mountain Front-
Including Logan Pass, Marias Pass, Browning, Heart Butte, Bynum, 
Choteau, and Augusta
335 AM MST Fri Jan 3 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 9 PM
MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 40 to 60 mph, with gusts up to 90 mph, 
  are expected.

* WHERE...Northern Rocky Mountain Front and Southern Rocky 
  Mountain Front.

* WHEN...From noon Friday to 9 PM MST Saturday. 

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may cause damage and blow away unsecured
  outdoor objects. Travel may become difficult, especially for 
  high profile vehicles and those pulling trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution if you are driving.

Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your local media for the latest
updates on this situation.

&&

$$

MTZ010-032300-
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0001.200104T1000Z-200105T0400Z/
Eastern Glacier-
Including Cut Bank
335 AM MST Fri Jan 3 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 9 PM MST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 40 to 50 mph, with gusts up to 75 mph, 
  are expected.

* WHERE...Eastern Glacier County.

* WHEN...From 3 AM to 9 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may cause damage and blow away unsecured
  outdoor objects. Travel may become difficult, especially for
  high profile vehicles and those pulling trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution if you are driving.

Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your local media for the latest
updates on this situation.

&&

Moldan

$$

MTZ011-013-045-047-051-032300-
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.A.0001.200104T1600Z-200105T0400Z/
Hill-Chouteau-Liberty-Blaine-Fergus-
Including Havre, Rocky Boy, Rudyard, Fort Benton, Carter, 
Big Sandy, Chester, Whitlash, Chinook, Harlem, Hays, Lewistown, 
Winifred, Lewistown Divide, and Grass Range
335 AM MST Fri Jan 3 2020

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING
THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph, with gusts up to 60 mph, are 
  possible.

* WHERE...Blaine, Liberty, Hill, Chouteau and Fergus Counties.

* WHEN...From Saturday morning through Saturday evening.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may blow down trees and power lines. 
  Isolated power outages are possible. Travel may become 
  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.

&&



$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/greatfalls
846 
WWUS75 KTFX 031719
NPWTFX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Great Falls MT
1019 AM MST Fri Jan 3 2020

MTZ011-047-051-041200-
/O.UPG.KTFX.HW.A.0001.200104T1600Z-200105T0400Z/
/O.EXB.KTFX.HW.W.0001.200104T1600Z-200105T0400Z/
Hill-Blaine-Fergus-
Including Havre, Rocky Boy, Rudyard, Chinook, Harlem, Hays, 
Lewistown, Winifred, Lewistown Divide, and Grass Range
1019 AM MST Fri Jan 3 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 9 PM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph, are 
  expected.

* WHERE...Hill, Blaine, and Fergus Counties.

* WHEN...From 9 AM to 9 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may cause damage and blow away unsecured
  outdoor objects. Travel will become difficult, especially for 
  high profile vehicles and those pulling trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution if you are driving.

Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your local media for the latest
updates on this situation.

&&

Moldan

$$

MTZ013-045-041200-
/O.UPG.KTFX.HW.A.0001.200104T1600Z-200105T0400Z/
/O.EXA.KTFX.HW.W.0001.200104T1300Z-200105T0400Z/
Chouteau-Liberty-
Including Fort Benton, Carter, Big Sandy, Chester, and Whitlash
1019 AM MST Fri Jan 3 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 9 PM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph, with gusts up to 70 mph, are 
  expected.

* WHERE...Chouteau and Liberty Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 AM to 9 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may cause damage and blow away unsecured
  outdoor objects. Travel will become difficult, especially for 
  high profile vehicles and those pulling trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution if you are driving.

Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your local media for the latest
updates on this situation.

&&

Moldan

$$

MTZ009-048-041200-
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0001.200103T1900Z-200105T0400Z/
Northern Rocky Mountain Front-Southern Rocky Mountain Front-
Including Logan Pass, Marias Pass, Browning, Heart Butte, Bynum, 
Choteau, and Augusta
1019 AM MST Fri Jan 3 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 40 to 60 mph, with gusts up to 90 mph,
  are expected.

* WHERE...Northern Rocky Mountain Front and Southern Rocky 
  Mountain Front.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may cause damage and blow away unsecured
  outdoor objects. Travel will become difficult, especially for 
  high profile vehicles and those pulling trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution if you are driving.

Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your local media for the latest
updates on this situation.

&&

Moldan

$$

MTZ010-041200-
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0001.200104T1000Z-200105T0400Z/
Eastern Glacier-
Including Cut Bank
1019 AM MST Fri Jan 3 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 9 PM MST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 55 mph, with gusts up to 80 mph, 
  are expected.

* WHERE...Eastern Glacier County.

* WHEN...From 3 AM to 9 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may cause damage and blow away unsecured
  outdoor objects. Travel will become difficult, especially for 
  high profile vehicles and those pulling trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution if you are driving.

Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your local media for the latest
updates on this situation.

&&

Moldan

$$

MTZ012-014-044-046-049-050-041200-
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0001.200104T1300Z-200105T0400Z/
Cascade-Central and Southern Lewis and Clark-Toole-
Eastern Pondera-Eastern Teton-Judith Basin-
Including Great Falls, Cascade, Belt, Kings Hill Pass, Helena, 
Lincoln, MacDonald Pass, Rogers Pass, Shelby, Sunburst, Brady, 
Conrad, Fairfield, Dutton, Raynesford, Stanford, and Hobson
1019 AM MST Fri Jan 3 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 9 PM MST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph, with gusts up to 70 mph,
  are expected.

* WHERE...Eastern Teton, Judith Basin, Eastern Pondera, Toole, Cascade,
  and Central and Southern Lewis and Clark Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 AM to 9 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may cause damage and blow away unsecured
  outdoor objects. Travel will become difficult, especially for 
  high profile vehicles and those pulling trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution if you are driving.

Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your local media for the latest
updates on this situation.

&&

Moldan

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/greatfalls
964 
WWUS75 KTFX 032124
NPWTFX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Great Falls MT
224 PM MST Fri Jan 3 2020

MTZ010-041200-
/O.EXT.KTFX.HW.W.0001.200103T2124Z-200105T0400Z/
Eastern Glacier-
Including Cut Bank
224 PM MST Fri Jan 3 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 55 mph, with gusts up to 80 mph,
  are occurring.

* WHERE...Eastern Glacier County.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may cause damage and blow away unsecured
  outdoor objects. Travel will become difficult, especially for 
  high profile vehicles and those pulling trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution if you are driving.

Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your local media for the latest
updates on this situation.

&&

Moldan

$$

MTZ009-048-041200-
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-200105T0400Z/
Northern Rocky Mountain Front-Southern Rocky Mountain Front-
Including Logan Pass, Marias Pass, Browning, Heart Butte, Bynum, 
Choteau, and Augusta
224 PM MST Fri Jan 3 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 55 mph, with gusts up to 90 mph, 
  are occurring.

* WHERE...Northern Rocky Mountain Front and Southern Rocky 
  Mountain Front.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may cause damage and blow away unsecured
  outdoor objects. Travel will become difficult, especially for 
  high profile vehicles and those pulling trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution if you are driving.

Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your local media for the latest
updates on this situation.

&&

Moldan

$$

MTZ012>014-044>046-049-050-041200-
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0001.200104T1300Z-200105T0400Z/
Cascade-Chouteau-Central and Southern Lewis and Clark-Toole-
Liberty-Eastern Pondera-Eastern Teton-Judith Basin-
Including Great Falls, Cascade, Belt, Kings Hill Pass, 
Fort Benton, Carter, Big Sandy, Helena, Lincoln, MacDonald Pass, 
Rogers Pass, Shelby, Sunburst, Chester, Whitlash, Brady, Conrad, 
Fairfield, Dutton, Raynesford, Stanford, and Hobson
224 PM MST Fri Jan 3 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 9 PM MST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph, with gusts up to 70 mph,
  are expected.

* WHERE...Eastern Teton, Judith Basin, Eastern Pondera, Toole, 
  Liberty, Cascade, Chouteau, and Central and Southern Lewis and 
  Clark Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 AM to 9 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may cause damage and blow away unsecured
  outdoor objects. Travel will become difficult, especially for 
  high profile vehicles and those pulling trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution if you are driving.

Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your local media for the latest
updates on this situation.

&&

Moldan

$$

MTZ011-047-051-041200-
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0001.200104T1600Z-200105T0400Z/
Hill-Blaine-Fergus-
Including Havre, Rocky Boy, Rudyard, Chinook, Harlem, Hays, 
Lewistown, Winifred, Lewistown Divide, and Grass Range
224 PM MST Fri Jan 3 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 9 PM MST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph, are 
  expected.

* WHERE...Blaine, Hill, and Fergus Counties.

* WHEN...From 9 AM to 9 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may cause damage and blow away unsecured
  outdoor objects. Travel will become difficult, especially for 
  high profile vehicles and those pulling trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution if you are driving.

Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your local media for the latest
updates on this situation.

&&

Moldan

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/greatfalls
680 
WWUS75 KTFX 040311
NPWTFX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Great Falls MT
811 PM MST Fri Jan 3 2020

MTZ009-048-041200-
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-200105T0400Z/
Northern Rocky Mountain Front-Southern Rocky Mountain Front-
Including Logan Pass, Marias Pass, Browning, Heart Butte, Bynum, 
Choteau, and Augusta
811 PM MST Fri Jan 3 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 55 mph, with gusts up to 90 mph, 
  are occurring.

* WHERE...Northern Rocky Mountain Front and Southern Rocky 
  Mountain Front.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may cause damage and blow away 
  unsecured outdoor objects. Travel will become difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles and those pulling 
  trailers.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow and blowing snow are also expected 
  Saturday morning through Saturday evening, especially along and 
  west of a line from East Glacier to Babb. See the Winter Weather
  Advisory for more details.

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.

&&

$$

MTZ010-041200-
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-200105T0400Z/
Eastern Glacier-
Including Cut Bank
811 PM MST Fri Jan 3 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 55 mph, with gusts up to 80 mph, 
  are occurring.

* WHERE...Eastern Glacier County.

* WHEN...Winds may temporarily lessen this evening, then increase
  early Saturday morning and continue to be strong until 9 PM MST
  Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may cause damage and blow away 
  unsecured outdoor objects. Travel will become difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles and those pulling 
  trailers.

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.

&&

$$

MTZ012>014-044>046-049-050-041200-
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0001.200104T1300Z-200105T0400Z/
Cascade-Chouteau-Central and Southern Lewis and Clark-Toole-
Liberty-Eastern Pondera-Eastern Teton-Judith Basin-
Including Great Falls, Cascade, Belt, Kings Hill Pass, 
Fort Benton, Carter, Big Sandy, Helena, Lincoln, MacDonald Pass, 
Rogers Pass, Shelby, Sunburst, Chester, Whitlash, Brady, Conrad, 
Fairfield, Dutton, Raynesford, Stanford, and Hobson
811 PM MST Fri Jan 3 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 9 PM MST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph, with gusts up to 70 mph, 
  are expected.

* WHERE...Eastern Teton, Judith Basin, Eastern Pondera, Toole, 
  Liberty, Cascade, Chouteau, and Central and Southern Lewis and 
  Clark Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 AM to 9 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may cause damage and blow away 
  unsecured outdoor objects. Travel will become difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles and those pulling 
  trailers.

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.

&&

$$

MTZ011-047-051-041200-
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0001.200104T1600Z-200105T0400Z/
Hill-Blaine-Fergus-
Including Havre, Rocky Boy, Rudyard, Chinook, Harlem, Hays, 
Lewistown, Winifred, Lewistown Divide, and Grass Range
811 PM MST Fri Jan 3 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 9 PM MST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph, are 
  expected.

* WHERE...Blaine, Hill, and Fergus Counties.

* WHEN...From 9 AM to 9 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may cause damage and blow away 
  unsecured outdoor objects. Travel will become difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles and those pulling 
  trailers.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Due to unseasonably mild and dry
  conditions, there is an increased risk of any grass fires
  spreading rapidly. Please be careful not to spark any grass
  fires, especially in areas with little to no snow depth.

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.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/greatfalls
260 
WWUS75 KTFX 040928
NPWTFX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Great Falls MT
228 AM MST Sat Jan 4 2020

MTZ009-048-042300-
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-200105T0400Z/
Northern Rocky Mountain Front-Southern Rocky Mountain Front-
Including Logan Pass, Marias Pass, Browning, Heart Butte, Bynum, 
Choteau, and Augusta
228 AM MST Sat Jan 4 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 55 mph, with gusts up to 90 mph, 
  are occurring.

* WHERE...Northern Rocky Mountain Front and Southern Rocky 
  Mountain Front.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may cause damage and blow away 
  unsecured outdoor objects. Travel will become difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles and those pulling 
  trailers.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow and blowing snow are also expected 
  Saturday morning through Saturday evening, especially along 
  and west of a line from East Glacier to Babb. See the Winter 
  Weather Advisory for more details.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution if your are driving.

Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your local media for the latest
updates on this situation.

&&

$$

MTZ010-042300-
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-200105T0400Z/
Eastern Glacier-
Including Cut Bank
228 AM MST Sat Jan 4 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 55 mph, with gusts up to 80 mph, 
  are occurring.

* WHERE...Eastern Glacier County.

* WHEN...Expect winds to increase early Saturday morning and 
  continue to be strong until 9 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may cause damage and blow away 
  unsecured outdoor objects. Travel will become difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles and those pulling 
  trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution if your are driving.

Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your local media for the latest
updates on this situation.

&&

$$

MTZ012>014-044>046-049-050-042300-
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0001.200104T1300Z-200105T0400Z/
Cascade-Chouteau-Central and Southern Lewis and Clark-Toole-
Liberty-Eastern Pondera-Eastern Teton-Judith Basin-
Including Great Falls, Cascade, Belt, Kings Hill Pass, 
Fort Benton, Carter, Big Sandy, Helena, Lincoln, MacDonald Pass, 
Rogers Pass, Shelby, Sunburst, Chester, Whitlash, Brady, Conrad, 
Fairfield, Dutton, Raynesford, Stanford, and Hobson
228 AM MST Sat Jan 4 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM THIS MORNING TO
9 PM MST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph, with gusts up to 70 mph, 
  are expected.

* WHERE...Eastern Teton, Judith Basin, Eastern Pondera, Toole, 
  Liberty, Cascade, Chouteau, and Central and Southern Lewis and 
  Clark Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 AM to 9 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may cause damage and blow away 
  unsecured outdoor objects. Travel will become difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles and those pulling 
  trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution if your are driving.

Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your local media for the latest
updates on this situation.

&&

$$

MTZ011-047-051-042300-
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0001.200104T1600Z-200105T0400Z/
Hill-Blaine-Fergus-
Including Havre, Rocky Boy, Rudyard, Chinook, Harlem, Hays, 
Lewistown, Winifred, Lewistown Divide, and Grass Range
228 AM MST Sat Jan 4 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING TO
9 PM MST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph, are 
  expected.

* WHERE...Blaine, Hill, and Fergus Counties.

* WHEN...From 9 AM to 9 PM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may cause damage and blow away 
  unsecured outdoor objects. Travel will become difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles and those pulling 
  trailers.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Due to unseasonably mild and dry 
  conditions, there is an increased risk of any grass fires 
  spreading rapidly. Please be careful not to spark any grass 
  fires, especially in areas with little to no snow depth.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution if your are driving.

Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your local media for the latest
updates on this situation.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/greatfalls
753 
WWUS75 KTFX 041614
NPWTFX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Great Falls MT
914 AM MST Sat Jan 4 2020

MTZ009-048-050400-
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-200105T0400Z/
Northern Rocky Mountain Front-Southern Rocky Mountain Front-
Including Logan Pass, Marias Pass, Browning, Heart Butte, Bynum, 
Choteau, and Augusta
914 AM MST Sat Jan 4 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 40 to 60 mph, with gusts up to 90 mph, are 
  occurring.

* WHERE...Northern Rocky Mountain Front and Southern Rocky 
  Mountain Front.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may cause damage and blow away 
  unsecured outdoor objects. Travel will become difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles and those pulling 
  trailers.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow and blowing snow are also expected 
  Saturday morning through Saturday evening, especially along 
  and west of a line from East Glacier to Babb. See the Winter 
  Weather Advisory for more details.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution if your are driving.

Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your local media for the latest
updates on this situation.

&&

Moldan

$$

MTZ010-050400-
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-200105T0400Z/
Eastern Glacier-
Including Cut Bank
914 AM MST Sat Jan 4 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 40 to 60 mph, with gusts up to 80 mph, are 
  occurring.

* WHERE...Eastern Glacier County.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may cause damage and blow away unsecured
  outdoor objects. Travel will become difficult, especially for
  high profile vehicles and those pulling trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution if your are driving.

Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your local media for the latest
updates on this situation.

&&

Moldan

$$

MTZ012>014-044>046-049-050-050400-
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-200105T0400Z/
Cascade-Chouteau-Central and Southern Lewis and Clark-Toole-
Liberty-Eastern Pondera-Eastern Teton-Judith Basin-
Including Great Falls, Cascade, Belt, Kings Hill Pass, 
Fort Benton, Carter, Big Sandy, Helena, Lincoln, MacDonald Pass, 
Rogers Pass, Shelby, Sunburst, Chester, Whitlash, Brady, Conrad, 
Fairfield, Dutton, Raynesford, Stanford, and Hobson
914 AM MST Sat Jan 4 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph, with gusts up to 70 mph, are 
  occurring.

* WHERE...Eastern Teton, Judith Basin, Eastern Pondera, Toole, 
  Liberty, Cascade, Chouteau, and Central and Southern Lewis and 
  Clark Counties.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may cause damage and blow away 
  unsecured outdoor objects. Travel will become difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles and those pulling 
  trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution if your are driving.

Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your local media for the latest
updates on this situation.

&&

Moldan

$$

MTZ011-047-051-050400-
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-200105T0400Z/
Hill-Blaine-Fergus-
Including Havre, Rocky Boy, Rudyard, Chinook, Harlem, Hays, 
Lewistown, Winifred, Lewistown Divide, and Grass Range
914 AM MST Sat Jan 4 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph, are 
  occurring.

* WHERE...Blaine, Hill, and Fergus Counties.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may cause damage and blow away 
  unsecured outdoor objects. Travel will become difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles and those pulling 
  trailers.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Due to unseasonably mild and dry conditions,
  there is an increased risk of any grass fires spreading 
  rapidly. Please be careful not to spark any grass fires, 
  especially in areas with little to no snow depth.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution if your are driving.

Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your local media for the latest
updates on this situation.

&&

Moldan

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/greatfalls
778 
WWUS75 KTFX 042045
NPWTFX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Great Falls MT
145 PM MST Sat Jan 4 2020

MTZ009-048-050400-
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-200105T0400Z/
Northern Rocky Mountain Front-Southern Rocky Mountain Front-
Including Logan Pass, Marias Pass, Browning, Heart Butte, Bynum, 
Choteau, and Augusta
145 PM MST Sat Jan 4 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 40 to 60 mph, with gusts up to 90 mph, are 
  occurring.

* WHERE...Northern Rocky Mountain Front and Southern Rocky 
  Mountain Front.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may cause damage and blow away 
  unsecured outdoor objects. Travel will become difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles and those pulling 
  trailers.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow and blowing snow are also expected
  through Saturday evening, especially along and west of a line 
  from East Glacier to Babb. See the Winter Weather Advisory for 
  more details.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution if your are driving.

Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your local media for the latest
updates on this situation.

&&

Moldan

$$

MTZ010-050400-
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-200105T0400Z/
Eastern Glacier-
Including Cut Bank
145 PM MST Sat Jan 4 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 40 to 60 mph, with gusts up to 80 mph, are 
  occurring.

* WHERE...Eastern Glacier County.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may cause damage and blow away 
  unsecured outdoor objects. Travel will become difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles and those pulling 
  trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution if your are driving.

Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your local media for the latest
updates on this situation.

&&

Moldan

$$

MTZ012>014-044>046-049-050-050400-
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-200105T0400Z/
Cascade-Chouteau-Central and Southern Lewis and Clark-Toole-
Liberty-Eastern Pondera-Eastern Teton-Judith Basin-
Including Great Falls, Cascade, Belt, Kings Hill Pass, 
Fort Benton, Carter, Big Sandy, Helena, Lincoln, MacDonald Pass, 
Rogers Pass, Shelby, Sunburst, Chester, Whitlash, Brady, Conrad, 
Fairfield, Dutton, Raynesford, Stanford, and Hobson
145 PM MST Sat Jan 4 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph, with gusts up to 70 mph, are 
  occurring.

* WHERE...Eastern Teton, Judith Basin, Eastern Pondera, Toole, 
  Liberty, Cascade, Chouteau, and Central and Southern Lewis and 
  Clark Counties.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may cause damage and blow away 
  unsecured outdoor objects. Travel will become difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles and those pulling 
  trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution if your are driving.

Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your local media for the latest
updates on this situation.

&&

Moldan

$$

MTZ011-047-051-050400-
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-200105T0400Z/
Hill-Blaine-Fergus-
Including Havre, Rocky Boy, Rudyard, Chinook, Harlem, Hays, 
Lewistown, Winifred, Lewistown Divide, and Grass Range
145 PM MST Sat Jan 4 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph, are 
  occurring.

* WHERE...Blaine, Hill, and Fergus Counties.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may cause damage and blow away 
  unsecured outdoor objects. Travel will become difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles and those pulling 
  trailers.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Due to unseasonably mild and dry 
  conditions, there is an increased risk of any grass fires 
  spreading rapidly. Please be careful not to spark any grass 
  fires, especially in areas with little to no snow depth.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution if your are driving.

Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your local media for the latest
updates on this situation.

&&

Moldan

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/greatfalls
593 
WWUS75 KTFX 050239
NPWTFX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Great Falls MT
739 PM MST Sat Jan 4 2020

MTZ009>014-044>046-048>051-050345-
/O.CAN.KTFX.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-200105T0400Z/
Northern Rocky Mountain Front-Eastern Glacier-Hill-Cascade-
Chouteau-Central and Southern Lewis and Clark-Toole-Liberty-
Eastern Pondera-Southern Rocky Mountain Front-Eastern Teton-
Judith Basin-Fergus-
739 PM MST Sat Jan 4 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

Widespread strong and damaging winds have diminished across the
warning area. As a result, the High Wind Warning has been
cancelled.

$$

MTZ047-050400-
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-200105T0400Z/
Blaine-
Including Chinook, Harlem, and Hays
739 PM MST Sat Jan 4 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph
  occurring.
  

* WHERE...Blaine.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and cause local power outages. 
  Travel will be somewhat difficult for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds are still occurring at Fort
  Belknap. The High Wind Warning will remain in place through 9 PM
  MST. If winds continue to be strong at that time, the warning 
  could be extended through midnight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution if your are driving.

Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your local media for the latest
updates on this situation.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/greatfalls
277 
WWUS75 KTFX 050341
NPWTFX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Great Falls MT
841 PM MST Sat Jan 4 2020

MTZ047-050700-
/O.EXT.KTFX.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-200105T0700Z/
Blaine-
Including Chinook, Harlem, and Hays
841 PM MST Sat Jan 4 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MST TONIGHT...

* WHAT...West winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  occurring.

* WHERE...Blaine.

* WHEN...Until midnight MST tonight.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow down limbs, trees, and power 
  lines. A few power outages are possible. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds continue to impact portions of
  Blaine County, including Fort Belknap where winds are currently
  gusting at 70 mph.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution if you are driving.

Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your local media for the latest
updates on this situation.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/greatfalls
862 
WWUS75 KTFX 050633
NPWTFX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Great Falls MT
1133 PM MST Sat Jan 4 2020

MTZ047-050745-
/O.EXP.KTFX.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-200105T0700Z/
Blaine-
Including Chinook, Harlem, and Hays
1133 PM MST Sat Jan 4 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT MIDNIGHT MST TONIGHT...

High wind conditions have diminished. Expect gusty winds to
continue. 

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/greatfalls

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this high wind warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Great Falls, MT wrote its last area forecast discussion before this high wind warning went out at Jan 2, 10:00 AM MST, 4 hours 8 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Jan 2, 10:00 AM MST, 4 hours 8 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Great Falls MT
1000 AM MST Thu Jan 2 2020

...Aviation Section Updated...

.SYNOPSIS...

Several upper level disturbances will move through the region
today, producing snow over the Rocky Mountain Front, with windy
conditions and scattered snow showers elsewhere. Afternoon highs
will be above normal today. Expect above normal temperatures to
continue for Friday and Saturday. A cold front will move through
the area on Saturday afternoon, producing strong winds over North
Central MT and a chance for snow showers over the Rockies and
Southwest MT.

&&

.Morning Update...

Morning update has been published, with the main adjustments
being to PoPs and QPF amounts, especially over the Central Montana
mountains. A fast moving shortwave embedded within zonal to
northwest flow is beginning to cross the Northern Rockies this
morning, which is allowing for precipitation (primarily in the
form of snow) to slide east from the Continental Divide. With
steepening lapse rates from cold air advection aloft, expect the
precipitation to be convective in nature across the region
throughout the day today. Locally run Froude numbers combined with
the northwest flow aloft are suggesting an ideal day for upslope
snow across the Central Montana mountains today, thus PoPs and QPF
have been increased for areas like Kings Hill Pass where 3-6" of
snow will be possible into the early evening hours. In addition to
raising PoPs over the Central Montana mountains, also inserted
widespread slight chance PoPs across the CWA given the northwest
flow and recent radar trends. Otherwise, expect a cooler day today
than the previous two days. Winds will remain breezy throughout
the day across the CWA. - Moldan

&&

.AVIATION...
Updated 1000 AM MST Thu Jan 2 2020 (02/18Z TAF Period)

Moist and unstable northwest flow aloft will promote scattered snow
showers through the afternoon hours for most terminals across
Southwest, Central, and North Central Montana. While VFR conditions
are generally expected with these snow showers, MVFR/near-IFR
condtions can't be ruled out. Periods of mountain obscuration is
likely today and through the overnight hours. Winds will also be
breezy at most terminals through the afternoon hours, with
decreasing winds this evening. - Moldan

&&

.PREV DISCUSSION...
/ISSUED 401 AM MST Thu Jan 2 2020/
Today through tonight...The westerly flow over the Rockies has
enhanced snowfall rates this morning. With snowfall falling close
to an inch per hour on Marias Pass, a winter weather advisory is
in effect for the Rocky Mountain Front until 11 AM today. The
advisory for Southwest MT has been cancelled, as the overall
snowfall decreases in this region. Patchy fog is possible in the
Havre/Chinook areas this morning, with humidity near 100 percent.
Scattered snow showers also expected over portions of the reminder
of the region, as a weak cold front/upper level disturbance move
through. Most snow accumulations away from the Rockies will
generally be less than inch.

Friday through Saturday...Strong winds are once again possible
over the Rocky Mountain Front by Friday afternoon. The strong
winds could then continue into Saturday in this region. On
Saturday, there is the potential for strong winds over the rest of
North Central MT. Thus high wind watches have been issued.
Afternoon temperatures will remain mild ahead of a cold front that
will move through the area on Saturday. Some convective snow
showers are likely with the cold front on Saturday over the Rocky
Mountain Front and Southwest MT. There is some instability ahead
of the cold front, so an isolated lightning strike on Saturday
can't be ruled out, but as of now the chances for any lightning
look to be less than 10 percent and too isolated to include in the
forecast.

Sunday through Thursday...Afternoon temperatures will cool a bit
starting Sunday after the passage of the cold front on Saturday,
however, expect temperatures to still generally average about 4
to 8 degrees above normal in many areas. The chances for
precipitation will be low to start the week, but gradually
increase towards the middle portion of the week. Also, winds are
expected to increase once again, mostly from Tuesday into
Wednesday over North Central MT. A high wind highlight might be
needed for portions of North Central MT. Brusda

&&

.PRELIMINARY POINT TEMPS/POPS...
GTF  40  25  46  36 /  20  10  10   0
CTB  36  20  41  31 /  30  10  10   0
HLN  38  25  42  28 /  30  20  10   0
BZN  36  18  39  23 /  30  10  20   0
WYS  22   6  26  10 /  50  30  40   0
DLN  32  16  34  20 /  20  10   0   0
HVR  36  19  41  32 /  40  10  10  10
LWT  36  21  43  33 /  70  40  10   0

&&

.TFX WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
High Wind Watch from Saturday morning through Saturday afternoon
Cascade...Central and Southern Lewis and Clark...Eastern
Glacier...Eastern Pondera...Eastern Teton...Toole.

Winter Weather Advisory until 11 AM MST this morning Northern
Rocky Mountain Front...Southern Rocky Mountain Front.

High Wind Watch from Friday afternoon through Saturday afternoon
Northern Rocky Mountain Front...Southern Rocky Mountain Front.

High Wind Watch from Saturday morning through Saturday evening
Blaine...Chouteau...Fergus...Hill...Judith Basin...Liberty.

&&

http://www.weather.gov/greatfalls

In the hours before

Local storm report, Jan 2, 8:55 AM MST, 5 hours 13 minutes before
PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE GREAT FALLS MT
855 AM MST THU JAN 2 2020

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

0845 AM     SNOW             23 SW DUPUYER           47.93N 112.81W
01/02/2020  M3.0 INCH        TETON              MT   PUBLIC

&&

MOLDAN
Local storm report, Jan 2, 10:31 AM MST, 3 hours 37 minutes before
PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE GREAT FALLS MT
1031 AM MST THU JAN 2 2020

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

1030 AM     HEAVY SNOW       7 SE ROCKY BOY          48.18N 109.69W
01/02/2020  M12.0 INCH       HILL               MT   TRAINED SPOTTER

            CORRECTS PREVIOUS SNOW REPORT FROM 7 SE
            ROCKY BOY.

&&

MOLDAN
Local storm report, Jan 2, 2:07 PM MST, 1 minute before
PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE GREAT FALLS MT
207 PM MST THU JAN 2 2020

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

0200 PM     SNOW             4 SSE HOGELAND          48.80N 108.61W
01/02/2020  E2.0 INCH        BLAINE             MT   TRAINED SPOTTER

            SNOW SQUALL PRODUCING 1 TO 2 INCHES OF HEAVY
            WET SNOW. VISIBILITY DOWN TO LESS THAN ONE
            QUARTER OF A MILE. WIND GUSTS ESTIMATED AT
            20 TO 30 MPH.

&&

MPJ

The office that day

Everything else NWS Great Falls, MT issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Jan 2, 3:23 AM MSTWinter Weather AdvisoryTFX12 hr
Jan 2, 3:30 AM MSTHigh Wind WatchTFX31 hr
Jan 2, 2:12 PM MSTSpecial Weather StatementTFXBlaine33 min
Jan 2, 2:21 PM MSTSpecial Weather StatementTFXJudith Basin39 min
Jan 2, 2:41 PM MSTSnow Squall WarningTFXBlaine19 min
Jan 2, 2:57 PM MSTSpecial Weather StatementTFXJudith Basin48 min
Jan 2, 3:09 PM MSTSnow Squall WarningTFXFergus, Judith Basin66 min

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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.