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Wind Chill Warning 1, NWS Missoula, MT

January 10, 202411 counties in Montana

NWS Missoula, MT issued this wind chill warning at Jan 10, 2024, 1:13 PM MST for 11 counties in Montana. It took effect at Jan 11, 2024, 5:00 AM MST. It was in force for 54 hr. 60 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
Jan 10, 2024, 1:13 PM MST (20:13 UTC)
In effect from
Jan 11, 2024, 5:00 AM MST
Expired
Jan 13, 2024, 11:00 AM MST
In force
54 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 20:15 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

TimeReportWhereRemark
Jan 11, 5:00 AM MSTSNOW 1.5Nws Missoula Office, MT
Jan 11, 5:35 AM MSTSNOW 6Lookout Pass, MTSki Resort observation at 4800 feet elevation.
Jan 11, 6:00 AM MSTSNOW 8.4Link Mountain, MTElevation 7228 feet.
Jan 11, 6:00 AM MSTSNOW 15Twin Lakes Snotel, MTStill snowing at time of ob.
Jan 11, 6:40 AM MSTSNOW 52 Ssw Blacktail - Railr, MTReport from BNSF Avalanche forecaster.
Jan 11, 6:40 AM MSTSNOW 82 Ssw Blacktail - Railr, MTCorrects previous snow report from 2 SSW Blacktail - Railroad ID. Report from BNSF Avalanche forecaster.
Jan 11, 6:44 AM MSTSNOW 184 Se Essex, MTSnow observed above 6000 feet. Report from BNSF Avalanche forecaster.
Jan 11, 8:00 AM MSTSNOW 1.83 Ese Tuscor, MTCocorahs station MT-SN-6 Trout Creek 4.0 NNW.
Jan 11, 8:56 AM MSTSNOW 1.58 N Finley Point, MTVisibility currently 1/2SM with snow and blowing snow.
Jan 11, 9:00 AM MSTWIND CHILL3 Wsw Blacktail - Railr, MT-61 degree F wind chill at 7020 feet elevation.
Jan 11, 10:00 AM MSTWIND CHILLGlacier Park Internatio, MT-35 degrees at KGPI ASOS.
Jan 11, 11:00 AM MSTWIND CHILL5 Nnw Whitefish, MT-45 degrees at Big Mountain Summit, Whitefish Ski Resort, elevation 6730 feet.
Jan 11, 11:22 AM MSTWIND CHILLGlacier Park Internatio, MTCorrects previous wind chill report from 1 WSW La Salle. -30 degrees at KGPI ASOS.
Jan 11, 11:22 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 55Glacier Park Internatio, MT
Jan 11, 12:00 PM MSTSNOW 4Hungry Horse, MT
Jan 11, 12:44 PM MSTSNOW 6Whitefish, MT
Jan 11, 12:55 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 64Glacier Park Internatio, MTKGPI ASOS peak wind report.
Jan 11, 1:00 PM MSTWIND CHILLBig Mountain Summit, MT-50 degrees at Big Mountain Ski Resort summit, elevation 6737 feet.
Jan 11, 1:13 PM MSTSNOW 5.73 Ese Bigfork, MT7 hour snow measurement.
Jan 11, 1:15 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 42Hot Springs, MT
Jan 11, 1:45 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 491 N Ronan, MTMesonet station MTM97 Ronan.
Jan 11, 1:45 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 491 N Ronan, MTMesonet station MTM97 Ronan.
Jan 11, 2:00 PM MSTWIND CHILL5 Ene Blacktail - Railr, MTMesonet station MRPMT Marias Pass.
Jan 11, 2:15 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 422 E Camas, MTMesonet station HOTM8 1 SW Hot Springs.
Jan 11, 2:15 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 44Helmville, MT
Jan 11, 2:23 PM MSTSNOW 5Polson, MTWhiteout conditions reported by several spotters in Polson. Emergency travel only was declared by road officials.
Jan 11, 2:45 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 497 N Helmville, MTMesonet station MTHLM 7.1 N Helmville (MT DOT).
Jan 11, 3:05 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 476 Wnw Missoula, MTASOS station KMSO Missoula, MT.
Jan 11, 4:00 PM MSTSNOW 5.21 Wsw Thompson Falls, MTCO-OP Observer station THOM8 0.8 W Thompson Falls.
Jan 11, 4:09 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 444 Wnw Darby, MTMesonet station LRCM8 4 WNW Darby.
Jan 11, 4:40 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 436 Ese Georgetown, MTMesonet station YNKM8 Yankee Flat.
Jan 11, 4:43 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 403 Sse Butte, MTASOS station KBTM Butte-mooney Ap.
Jan 11, 5:33 PM MSTSNOW 7Columbia Falls, MT
Jan 11, 6:00 PM MSTWIND CHILL11 Ne Stryker, MTMesonet station LKMMT Link Mountain.
Jan 11, 6:00 PM MSTWIND CHILL3 Sw Pinnacle, MTMesonet station TRWMT Tunnel Ridge Wind.
Jan 11, 6:00 PM MSTWIND CHILL3 Wsw Blacktail - Railr, MTMesonet station SNSLP 2.9 W Blacktail - Railroad ID (GNP). Weather station located on Snowslip Mountain in Glacier National Park.
Jan 11, 6:00 PM MSTWIND CHILL6 N Whitefish, MTMesonet station BIGMS 6.3 N Whitefish (GNP).
Jan 11, 6:00 PM MSTSNOW 3.54 Wsw Polson, MTCO-OP Observer station KERM8 3.9 W Polson.
Jan 11, 6:00 PM MSTSNOW 8.13 Nw Heron, MTCO-OP Observer station HERM8 2.5 NW Heron.
Jan 11, 6:02 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 503 Ese Thompson Falls, MTMesonet station THAM8 Thompson Falls Raws.
Jan 11, 6:15 PM MSTWIND CHILLEssex, MTMesonet station MTESX Essex (MT DOT).
Jan 11, 6:42 PM MSTWIND CHILL1 E Blacktail - Railroa, MTMesonet station FIEM8 5 W Marias Pass.
Jan 11, 8:45 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 507 N Helmville, MTMesonet station MTHLM 7.1 N Helmville (MT DOT).
Jan 12, 12:00 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 6813 W Happys Inn, MTMesonet station MTCRY Crystal Creek Us-2 Mp 53.1.
Jan 12, 2:16 AM MSTWIND CHILLHomestake Pass I-90, MT-38 degrees, measured at Homestake Pass I-90 MT DOT.
Jan 12, 3:00 AM MSTWIND CHILLBig Mountain Summit, MT-66 degrees, measured at Big Mountain Ski Resort summit.
Jan 12, 3:30 AM MSTWIND CHILLMacdonald Pass Us-12, MT-64 degrees, measured at MacDonald Pass US-12 MT DOT.
Jan 12, 4:10 AM MSTWIND CHILLGlacier Park Internatio, MT-45 degrees, measured at KGPI ASOS.
Jan 12, 5:00 AM MSTWIND CHILL4 Se Essex, MT-63 degrees, measured at BNSF Shed 11.
Jan 12, 5:03 AM MSTSNOW 7.83 Ese Bigfork, MTCocorahs station MT-LK-15 Bigfork 3.5 ESE.
Jan 12, 6:00 AM MSTWIND CHILL1 Sse Polson, MT-33 degrees. Mesonet station 6992D 1 SE Polson.
Jan 12, 6:00 AM MSTWIND CHILL2 Wsw Deer Lodge, MT-43 degrees. Mesonet station K38S 1.8 W Deer Lodge (GTFWFO).
Jan 12, 6:00 AM MSTWIND CHILL5 Sse Finn, MT-48 degrees. Mesonet station MTAVN 5.2 SE Finn (MT DOT).
Jan 12, 6:00 AM MSTWIND CHILL7 N Helmville, MT-51 degrees. Mesonet station MTHLM 7.1 N Helmville (MT DOT).
Jan 12, 6:00 AM MSTWIND CHILL7 N Helmville, MTMesonet station MTHLM 7.1 N Helmville (MT DOT).
Jan 12, 6:00 AM MSTWIND CHILLEssex, MT-48 degrees. Mesonet station MTESX Essex (MT DOT).
Jan 12, 6:00 AM MSTWIND CHILLGarrison, MT-49 degrees. Mesonet station MTGAR Garrison (MT DOT).
Jan 12, 6:05 AM MSTEXTREME COLD -436 Wnw Kalispell, MTMesonet station KLSPW 5 WNW Kalispell.
Jan 12, 6:05 AM MSTWIND CHILL6 Wnw Kalispell, MT-43 degrees. Mesonet station KLSPW 5 WNW Kalispell.
Jan 12, 6:05 AM MSTWIND CHILL6 Wnw Kalispell, MTCorrects previous extreme cold report from 6 WNW Kalispell. Mesonet station KLSPW 5 WNW Kalispell.

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 12:00Z, 8.2 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.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Spokane, WA at 12:00Z on 2024-01-10Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Spokane, WA at 12:00Z on 2024-01-10The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 101 square meters per square second.193958Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
1011 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
22 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
101 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
60 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

499 
WWUS45 KMSO 102013
WSWMSO

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Missoula MT
113 PM MST Wed Jan 10 2024

MTZ002-112015-
/O.NEW.KMSO.WC.W.0001.240111T1200Z-240113T1200Z/
/O.CON.KMSO.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240111T1200Z/
West Glacier Region-
113 PM MST Wed Jan 10 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST THURSDAY...
...WIND CHILL WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM THURSDAY TO 5 AM MST 
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations between 4 and 8 inches. For the Wind Chill Warning, 
  extreme cold expected. Wind chills as low as 65 below zero at high 
  elevations and as low as 50 below zero along Highway 2.

* WHERE...Marias Pass, Bad Rock Canyon, Essex, Highway 83 Bigfork to 
  Swan Lake, and Polebridge.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 5 AM MST Thursday. For 
  the Wind Chill Warning, from 5 AM Thursday to 5 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday morning 
  commutes. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 5 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IDZ005-112015-
/O.UPG.KMSO.WS.A.0002.240111T1200Z-240113T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KMSO.WS.W.0002.240111T1200Z-240112T1200Z/
Northern Clearwater Mountains-
1213 PM PST Wed Jan 10 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM THURSDAY TO 4 AM PST 
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 11 
  and 20 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Pierce, Elk River, and Highway 11 Pierce to Headquarters.

* WHEN...From 4 AM Thursday to 4 AM PST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult to impossible. Areas of 
  blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions will impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IDZ006-112015-
/O.UPG.KMSO.WS.A.0002.240111T1200Z-240113T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KMSO.WS.W.0002.240111T1200Z-240112T1200Z/
Southern Clearwater Mountains-
1213 PM PST Wed Jan 10 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM THURSDAY TO 4 AM PST 
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 
  18 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Highway 12 Lowell to Lolo Pass, Elk City, and Dixie.

* WHEN...From 4 AM Thursday to 4 AM PST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult to impossible. Areas of 
  blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions will impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

MTZ007-112015-
/O.UPG.KMSO.WS.A.0002.240111T1200Z-240113T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KMSO.WS.W.0002.240111T1800Z-240112T1800Z/
Butte/Blackfoot Region-
113 PM MST Wed Jan 10 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THURSDAY TO 11 AM MST 
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 
  8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. Wind chills Friday 
  morning will drop to 30-50 degrees below zero. The combination of 
  snow, wind, and wind chills make this a dangerous situation for 
  people and animals.

* WHERE...Georgetown Lake, Highway 12 Garrison to Elliston, 
  MacDonald Pass, Homestake Pass, and Butte.

* WHEN...From 11 AM Thursday to 11 AM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow 
  will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes. Gusty 
  winds could bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

MTZ003-112015-
/O.UPG.KMSO.WS.A.0002.240111T0300Z-240112T1800Z/
/O.EXB.KMSO.WS.W.0001.240111T1000Z-240112T1200Z/
Flathead/Mission Valleys-
113 PM MST Wed Jan 10 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM THURSDAY TO 5 AM MST 
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 
  7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.  Wind chills Friday 
  morning will drop to 30-50 degrees below zero. The combination of 
  snow, wind, and wind chills make this a dangerous situation for 
  people and animals.

* WHERE...Flathead Lake, Mission Valley, Flathead Valley, and Polson.

* WHEN...From 3 AM Thursday to 5 AM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow 
  will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions 
  will impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds 
  will bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

MTZ004-112015-
/O.UPG.KMSO.WS.A.0002.240111T1200Z-240113T0000Z/
/O.EXB.KMSO.WS.W.0001.240111T1200Z-240112T1200Z/
Lower Clark Fork Region-
113 PM MST Wed Jan 10 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM THURSDAY TO 5 AM MST 
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 7 and 
  15 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. Wind chills Friday 
  morning will drop to 30-40 degrees below zero. The combination of 
  snow, wind, and wind chills make this a dangerous situation for 
  people and animals.

* WHERE...Evaro Hill, Highway 200 Thompson Falls to Plains, Highway 
  200 Trout Creek to Heron, and I-90 Lookout Pass to Haugan.

* WHEN...From 5 AM Thursday to 5 AM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult to impossible. The 
  hazardous conditions will impact the Thursday morning and evening 
  commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

MTZ006-043-112015-
/O.UPG.KMSO.WS.A.0002.240111T1200Z-240113T0000Z/
/O.EXB.KMSO.WS.W.0001.240111T1200Z-240112T1800Z/
Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains-Potomac/Seeley Lake Region-
113 PM MST Wed Jan 10 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM THURSDAY TO 11 AM MST 
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 
  16 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. Wind chills Friday 
  morning will drop to 20-40 degrees below zero. The combination of 
  snow, wind, and wind chills make this a dangerous situation for 
  people and animals.

* WHERE...Highway 83 Seeley Lake to Condon, I-90 East Missoula to 
  Bearmouth, Lolo Pass, Highway 200 Bonner to Greenough, and Highway 
  93 Sula to Lost Trail Pass.

* WHEN...From 5 AM Thursday to 11 AM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult to impossible. Areas of 
  blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions will impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes. 
  Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IDZ007-112015-
/O.EXB.KMSO.WS.W.0001.240111T1200Z-240112T1200Z/
Orofino/Grangeville Region-
1213 PM PST Wed Jan 10 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM THURSDAY TO 4 AM PST 
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 
  13 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Camas Prairie, Grangeville and vicinity, and Greer Grade.

* WHEN...From 4 AM Thursday to 4 AM PST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult to impossible. The 
  hazardous conditions will impact the Thursday morning and evening 
  commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

MTZ001-112015-
/O.UPG.KMSO.WS.A.0002.240111T0900Z-240112T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KMSO.WW.Y.0004.240111T1200Z-240112T1200Z/
Kootenai/Cabinet Region-
113 PM MST Wed Jan 10 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM THURSDAY TO 5 AM MST 
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 11 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Highway 2 Kalispell to Libby, Highway 93 Eureka to 
  Whitefish, Highway 37 Eureka to Libby, and Highway 56 Bull Lake 
  Road.

* WHEN...From 5 AM Thursday to 5 AM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be affected. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IDZ008-112015-
/O.NEW.KMSO.WW.Y.0004.240111T1200Z-240112T1800Z/
Lower Hells Canyon/Salmon River Region-
1213 PM PST Wed Jan 10 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM THURSDAY TO 10 AM PST 
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 13 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Highway 95 Slate Creek to Riggins and White Bird Grade.

* WHEN...From 4 AM Thursday to 10 AM PST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be affected. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

MTZ005-112015-
/O.NEW.KMSO.WS.A.0003.240112T0000Z-240112T1200Z/
Missoula/Bitterroot Valleys-
113 PM MST Wed Jan 10 2024

...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE 
THURSDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 
  5 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 40 mph. The 
  combination of snow, wind, and cold temperatures make this a 
  potentially dangerous situation for people and animals.

* WHERE...Missoula and Bitterroot Valley.

* WHEN...From Thursday afternoon through late Thursday night.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Thursday evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

&&

$$
7 follow-up statements
060 
WWUS45 KMSO 110133
WSWMSO

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Missoula MT
633 PM MST Wed Jan 10 2024

MTZ002-120145-
/O.CON.KMSO.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240111T1200Z/
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.W.0001.240111T1200Z-240113T1200Z/
West Glacier Region-
633 PM MST Wed Jan 10 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST THURSDAY...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM THURSDAY TO 5 AM 
MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations between 4 and 8 inches. For the Wind Chill Warning, 
  extreme cold expected. Wind chills as low as 65 below zero at high 
  elevations and as low as 50 below zero along Highway 2.

* WHERE...Polebridge, Essex, Marias Pass, Bad Rock Canyon, and 
  Highway 83 Bigfork to Swan Lake.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 5 AM MST Thursday. For 
  the Wind Chill Warning, from 5 AM Thursday to 5 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes. 
  The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed 
  skin in as little as 5 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

MTZ003-120145-
/O.CON.KMSO.WS.W.0001.240111T1000Z-240112T1200Z/
Flathead/Mission Valleys-
633 PM MST Wed Jan 10 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM THURSDAY TO 5 AM 
MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 
  7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.  Wind chills Friday 
  morning will drop to 30-50 degrees below zero. The combination of 
  snow, wind, and wind chills make this a dangerous situation for 
  people and animals.

* WHERE...Polson, Mission Valley, Flathead Lake, and Flathead Valley.

* WHEN...From 3 AM Thursday to 5 AM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow 
  will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions 
  will impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds 
  will bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IDZ005-120145-
/O.CON.KMSO.WS.W.0002.240111T1200Z-240112T1200Z/
Northern Clearwater Mountains-
533 PM PST Wed Jan 10 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM THURSDAY TO 4 AM 
PST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 11 
  and 20 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Pierce, Elk River, and Highway 11 Pierce to Headquarters.

* WHEN...From 4 AM Thursday to 4 AM PST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult to impossible. Areas of 
  blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions will impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IDZ006-120145-
/O.CON.KMSO.WS.W.0002.240111T1200Z-240112T1200Z/
Southern Clearwater Mountains-
533 PM PST Wed Jan 10 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM THURSDAY TO 4 AM 
PST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 
  18 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Elk City, Dixie, and Highway 12 Lowell to Lolo Pass.

* WHEN...From 4 AM Thursday to 4 AM PST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult to impossible. Areas of 
  blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions will impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IDZ007-120145-
/O.CON.KMSO.WS.W.0001.240111T1200Z-240112T1200Z/
Orofino/Grangeville Region-
533 PM PST Wed Jan 10 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM THURSDAY TO 4 AM 
PST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 
  12 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Camas Prairie, Grangeville and vicinity, and Greer Grade.

* WHEN...From 4 AM Thursday to 4 AM PST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult to impossible. The 
  hazardous conditions will impact the Thursday morning and evening 
  commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

MTZ004-120145-
/O.CON.KMSO.WS.W.0001.240111T1200Z-240112T1200Z/
Lower Clark Fork Region-
633 PM MST Wed Jan 10 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM THURSDAY TO 5 AM 
MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 7 and 
  15 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. Wind chills Friday 
  morning will drop to 30-40 degrees below zero. The combination of 
  snow, wind, and wind chills make this a dangerous situation for 
  people and animals.

* WHERE...Highway 200 Thompson Falls to Plains, I-90 Lookout Pass to 
  Haugan, Highway 200 Trout Creek to Heron, and Evaro Hill.

* WHEN...From 5 AM Thursday to 5 AM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult to impossible. The 
  hazardous conditions will impact the Thursday morning and evening 
  commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

MTZ006-043-120145-
/O.CON.KMSO.WS.W.0001.240111T1200Z-240112T1800Z/
Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains-Potomac/Seeley Lake Region-
633 PM MST Wed Jan 10 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM THURSDAY TO 11 
AM MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 
  16 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. Wind chills Friday 
  morning will drop to 20-40 degrees below zero. The combination of 
  snow, wind, and wind chills make this a dangerous situation for 
  people and animals.

* WHERE...Lolo Pass, Highway 93 Sula to Lost Trail Pass, Highway 83 
  Seeley Lake to Condon, Highway 200 Bonner to Greenough, and I-90 
  East Missoula to Bearmouth.

* WHEN...From 5 AM Thursday to 11 AM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult to impossible. Areas of 
  blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions will impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes. 
  Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

MTZ007-120145-
/O.CON.KMSO.WS.W.0002.240111T1800Z-240112T1800Z/
Butte/Blackfoot Region-
633 PM MST Wed Jan 10 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THURSDAY TO 11 
AM MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 
  8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. Wind chills Friday 
  morning will drop to 30-50 degrees below zero. The combination of 
  snow, wind, and wind chills make this a dangerous situation for 
  people and animals.

* WHERE...Highway 12 Garrison to Elliston, MacDonald Pass, Homestake 
  Pass, Butte, and Georgetown Lake.

* WHEN...From 11 AM Thursday to 11 AM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow 
  will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes. Gusty 
  winds could bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

MTZ005-120145-
/O.EXB.KMSO.WW.Y.0004.240111T1200Z-240112T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMSO.WS.A.0003.240112T0000Z-240112T1200Z/
Missoula/Bitterroot Valleys-
633 PM MST Wed Jan 10 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 5 PM MST 
THURSDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY AFTERNOON 
THROUGH LATE THURSDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected. Snow 
  coverage increases during Thursday morning becoming periods of 
  moderate snow during the afternoon with accumulations of 1 to 3 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. For the Winter Storm 
  Watch, heavy snow possible. Flash freeze possible. Total snow 
  accumulations between 2 and 4 inches possible. Winds could gust as 
  high as 40 mph. The combination of snow, wind, and cold 
  temperatures make this a potentially dangerous situation for 
  people and animals.

* WHERE...Missoula and Bitterroot Valley.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 5 AM to 5 PM MST 
  Thursday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from Thursday afternoon 
  through late Thursday night.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be affected. Plan on slippery road 
  conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday 
  morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

&&

$$

IDZ009-010-120145-
/O.EXB.KMSO.WW.Y.0004.240112T0000Z-240113T0000Z/
Western Lemhi County-Eastern Lemhi County-
633 PM MST Wed Jan 10 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THURSDAY TO 5 PM MST 
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 5 
  inches. Winds gusting 35 to 45 mph.

* WHERE...Highway 93 Lost Trail Pass to Gibbonsville, Lemhi Pass, 
  Bannock Pass, Highway 28 Tendoy to Lone Pine, Shoup, and Salmon.

* WHEN...From 5 PM Thursday to 5 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be affected. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IDZ008-120145-
/O.CON.KMSO.WW.Y.0004.240111T1200Z-240112T1800Z/
Lower Hells Canyon/Salmon River Region-
533 PM PST Wed Jan 10 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM THURSDAY TO 
10 AM PST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 13 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...White Bird Grade and Highway 95 Slate Creek to Riggins.

* WHEN...From 4 AM Thursday to 10 AM PST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be affected. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

MTZ001-120145-
/O.CON.KMSO.WW.Y.0004.240111T1200Z-240112T1200Z/
Kootenai/Cabinet Region-
633 PM MST Wed Jan 10 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM THURSDAY TO 5 
AM MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 10 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Highway 37 Eureka to Libby, Highway 56 Bull Lake Road, 
  Highway 93 Eureka to Whitefish, and Highway 2 Kalispell to Libby.

* WHEN...From 5 AM Thursday to 5 AM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be affected. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
645 
WWUS45 KMSO 111753
WSWMSO

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Missoula MT
1053 AM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

MTZ002-121800-
/O.EXB.KMSO.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-240112T0200Z/
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1200Z/
West Glacier Region-
1053 AM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM MST THIS EVENING...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations between 3 and 7 inches. For the Wind Chill Warning, 
  extreme cold expected. Wind chills as low as 65 below zero at high 
  elevations and as low as 50 below zero along Highway 2.

* WHERE...Highway 83 Bigfork to Swan Lake, Essex, Polebridge, Marias 
  Pass, and Bad Rock Canyon.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 7 PM MST this evening. 
  For the Wind Chill Warning, until 5 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Thursday evening and Friday morning 
  commutes. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 5 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

IDZ005-121200-
/O.CON.KMSO.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-240112T1200Z/
Northern Clearwater Mountains-
953 AM PST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 8 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Elk River, Highway 11 Pierce to Headquarters, and Pierce.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Thursday evening commute. Gusty winds could bring 
  down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IDZ006-121200-
/O.CON.KMSO.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-240112T1200Z/
Southern Clearwater Mountains-
953 AM PST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 5 and 11 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Highway 12 Lowell to Lolo Pass, Elk City, and Dixie.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Thursday evening commute. Gusty winds could bring 
  down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IDZ007-121200-
/O.CON.KMSO.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240112T1200Z/
Orofino/Grangeville Region-
953 AM PST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 3 and 5 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Camas Prairie, Grangeville and vicinity, and Greer Grade.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Thursday evening commute. Gusty winds could bring 
  down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

MTZ003-121200-
/O.CON.KMSO.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240112T1200Z/
Flathead/Mission Valleys-
1053 AM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 4 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Flathead Valley, Flathead Lake, Polson, and Mission Valley.

* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Thursday evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

MTZ004-121200-
/O.CON.KMSO.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240112T1200Z/
Lower Clark Fork Region-
1053 AM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 3 and 5 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Evaro Hill, I-90 Lookout Pass to Haugan, Highway 200 Trout 
  Creek to Heron, and Highway 200 Thompson Falls to Plains.

* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Thursday evening commute. Gusty winds 
  could bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

MTZ006-043-121800-
/O.CON.KMSO.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240112T1800Z/
Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains-Potomac/Seeley Lake Region-
1053 AM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 3 and 8 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Highway 83 Seeley Lake to Condon, I-90 East Missoula to 
  Bearmouth, Highway 200 Bonner to Greenough, Lolo Pass, and Highway 
  93 Sula to Lost Trail Pass.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Thursday evening and Friday morning commutes. 
  Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

MTZ007-121800-
/O.CON.KMSO.WS.W.0002.240111T1800Z-240112T1800Z/
Butte/Blackfoot Region-
1053 AM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 
  4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Butte, Homestake Pass, MacDonald Pass, Highway 12 Garrison 
  to Elliston, and Georgetown Lake.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Thursday evening and Friday morning 
  commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

MTZ005-121200-
/O.CON.KMSO.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-240112T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMSO.WS.A.0003.240112T0000Z-240112T1200Z/
Missoula/Bitterroot Valleys-
1053 AM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS 
AFTERNOON...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON 
THROUGH LATE TONIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations up to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. 
  For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow possible. Total snow 
  accumulations between 1 and 3 inches possible. Winds could gust as 
  high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Missoula and Bitterroot Valley.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 5 PM MST this 
  afternoon. For the Winter Storm Watch, from 5 PM MST this 
  afternoon through late tonight.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be affected. Plan on slippery road 
  conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday 
  evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

&&

$$

IDZ008-121800-
/O.CON.KMSO.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-240112T1800Z/
Lower Hells Canyon/Salmon River Region-
953 AM PST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST 
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations between 3 and 10 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...White Bird Grade and Highway 95 Slate Creek to Riggins.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be affected. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

MTZ001-121200-
/O.CON.KMSO.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-240112T1200Z/
Kootenai/Cabinet Region-
1053 AM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches. 
  Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Highway 93 Eureka to Whitefish, Highway 56 Bull Lake Road, 
  Highway 37 Eureka to Libby, and Highway 2 Kalispell to Libby.

* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be affected. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IDZ009-010-121800-
/O.CON.KMSO.WW.Y.0004.240112T0000Z-240113T0000Z/
Western Lemhi County-Eastern Lemhi County-
1053 AM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS 
AFTERNOON TO 5 PM MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 4 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Lemhi Pass, Bannock Pass, Highway 28 Tendoy to Lone Pine, 
  Salmon, Shoup, and Highway 93 Lost Trail Pass to Gibbonsville.

* WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 5 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be affected. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
283 
WWUS45 KMSO 112033
WSWMSO

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Missoula MT
133 PM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

MTZ005-122045-
/O.UPG.KMSO.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-240112T0000Z/
/O.UPG.KMSO.WS.A.0003.240112T0000Z-240112T1200Z/
/O.EXB.KMSO.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-240112T0700Z/
/O.EXB.KMSO.WC.W.0001.240112T0700Z-240113T1800Z/
Missoula/Bitterroot Valleys-
133 PM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MST TONIGHT...
...WIND CHILL WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 11 AM MST 
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations between 1 and 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 
  mph. For the Wind Chill Warning, extreme cold expected. Wind 
  chills as low as 35 below zero. Periods of poor visibility and 
  blowing snow with flash freezing on roadways will make travel 
  dangerous this evening.

* WHERE...Missoula and Bitterroot Valley.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until midnight MST tonight. 
  For the Wind Chill Warning, from midnight tonight to 11 AM MST 
  Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Thursday evening and Friday morning 
  commutes. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

MTZ001-122045-
/O.UPG.KMSO.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-240112T1200Z/
/O.EXB.KMSO.WC.W.0001.240111T2300Z-240113T1800Z/
/O.EXA.KMSO.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-240112T1200Z/
Kootenai/Cabinet Region-
133 PM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST FRIDAY...
...WIND CHILL WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations between 1 and 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 
  mph. For the Wind Chill Warning, extreme cold expected. Wind 
  chills as low as 60 below zero. Periods of poor visibility and 
  blowing snow with flash freezing on roadways will make travel 
  dangerous this evening.

* WHERE...Highway 37 Eureka to Libby, Highway 56 Bull Lake Road, 
  Highway 93 Eureka to Whitefish, and Highway 2 Kalispell to Libby.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 5 AM MST Friday. For 
  the Wind Chill Warning, until 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Thursday evening and Friday morning commutes. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin 
  in as little as 5 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

MTZ003-122045-
/O.EXB.KMSO.WC.W.0001.240112T1200Z-240113T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMSO.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240112T1200Z/
Flathead/Mission Valleys-
133 PM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST FRIDAY...
...WIND CHILL WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM FRIDAY TO 11 AM MST 
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations between 1 and 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 
  mph. For the Wind Chill Warning, extreme cold expected. Wind 
  chills as low as 55 below zero.

* WHERE...Mission Valley, Flathead Valley, Polson, and Flathead Lake.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 5 AM MST Friday. For 
  the Wind Chill Warning, from 5 AM Friday to 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Thursday evening and Friday morning 
  commutes. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 5 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

MTZ004-122045-
/O.EXB.KMSO.WC.W.0001.240112T1200Z-240113T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMSO.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240112T1200Z/
Lower Clark Fork Region-
133 PM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST FRIDAY...
...WIND CHILL WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM FRIDAY TO 11 AM MST 
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations between 2 and 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 
  mph. For the Wind Chill Warning, extreme cold expected. Wind 
  chills as low as 50 below zero.

* WHERE...Evaro Hill, Highway 200 Thompson Falls to Plains, I-90 
  Lookout Pass to Haugan, and Highway 200 Trout Creek to Heron.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 5 AM MST Friday. For 
  the Wind Chill Warning, from 5 AM Friday to 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Thursday evening and Friday morning 
  commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin 
  in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

MTZ007-122045-
/O.EXB.KMSO.WC.W.0001.240112T1800Z-240113T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMSO.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-240112T1800Z/
Butte/Blackfoot Region-
133 PM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST FRIDAY...
...WIND CHILL WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM FRIDAY TO 11 AM MST 
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations between 1 and 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 
  mph. For the Wind Chill Warning, extreme cold expected. Wind 
  chills as low as 50 below zero.

* WHERE...Butte, Georgetown Lake, MacDonald Pass, Highway 12 
  Garrison to Elliston, and Homestake Pass.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 11 AM MST Friday. For 
  the Wind Chill Warning, from 11 AM Friday to 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Thursday evening and Friday morning 
  commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin 
  in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

MTZ043-122045-
/O.EXB.KMSO.WC.W.0001.240112T1800Z-240113T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMSO.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240112T1800Z/
Potomac/Seeley Lake Region-
133 PM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST FRIDAY...
...WIND CHILL WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM FRIDAY TO 11 AM MST 
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations between 2 and 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 
  mph. For the Wind Chill Warning, extreme cold expected. Wind 
  chills as low as 55 below zero.

* WHERE...I-90 East Missoula to Bearmouth, Highway 83 Seeley Lake to 
  Condon, and Highway 200 Bonner to Greenough.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 11 AM MST Friday. For 
  the Wind Chill Warning, from 11 AM Friday to 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Thursday evening and Friday morning 
  commutes. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 5 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

MTZ002-122045-
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1200Z/
/O.CON.KMSO.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-240112T0200Z/
West Glacier Region-
133 PM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST SATURDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM MST THIS 
EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Wind Chill Warning, extreme cold. Wind chills as 
  low as 70 below zero. For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. 
  Additional snow accumulations up to 3 inches. Winds gusting as 
  high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Highway 83 Bigfork to Swan Lake, Marias Pass, Polebridge, 
  Essex, and Bad Rock Canyon.

* WHEN...For the Wind Chill Warning, until 5 AM MST Saturday. For 
  the Winter Storm Warning, until 7 PM MST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Thursday evening and Friday morning 
  commutes. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 5 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IDZ005-121200-
/O.CON.KMSO.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-240112T1200Z/
Northern Clearwater Mountains-
1233 PM PST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 3 and 5 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Highway 11 Pierce to Headquarters, Pierce, and Elk River.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Thursday evening commute. Gusty winds could bring 
  down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IDZ006-121200-
/O.CON.KMSO.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-240112T1200Z/
Southern Clearwater Mountains-
1233 PM PST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 4 and 10 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Elk City, Highway 12 Lowell to Lolo Pass, and Dixie.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Thursday evening commute. Gusty winds could bring 
  down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IDZ007-121200-
/O.CON.KMSO.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240112T1200Z/
Orofino/Grangeville Region-
1233 PM PST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 3 and 5 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Camas Prairie, Greer Grade, and Grangeville and vicinity.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Thursday evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

MTZ006-121800-
/O.CON.KMSO.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240112T1800Z/
Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains-
133 PM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 3 and 8 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Lolo Pass and Highway 93 Sula to Lost Trail Pass.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Thursday evening and Friday morning commutes. 
  Strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IDZ008-121800-
/O.CON.KMSO.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-240112T1800Z/
Lower Hells Canyon/Salmon River Region-
1233 PM PST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST 
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations between 3 and 9 inches. 
  Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...White Bird Grade and Highway 95 Slate Creek to Riggins.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be affected. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IDZ009-010-122045-
/O.CON.KMSO.WW.Y.0004.240112T0000Z-240113T0000Z/
Western Lemhi County-Eastern Lemhi County-
133 PM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS 
AFTERNOON TO 5 PM MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 4 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Lemhi Pass, Salmon, Bannock Pass, Shoup, Highway 93 Lost 
  Trail Pass to Gibbonsville, and Highway 28 Tendoy to Lone Pine.

* WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 5 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be affected. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
848 
WWUS45 KMSO 121538
WSWMSO

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Missoula MT
838 AM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

MTZ007-131545-
/O.CON.KMSO.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-240112T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.W.0001.240112T1800Z-240113T1800Z/
Butte/Blackfoot Region-
838 AM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST THIS 
MORNING...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. For 
  the Wind Chill Warning, extreme cold expected. Wind chills as low 
  as 55 below zero.

* WHERE...Highway 12 Garrison to Elliston, Butte, MacDonald Pass, 
  Homestake Pass, and Georgetown Lake.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 11 AM MST this morning. 
  For the Wind Chill Warning, until 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Friday evening commute. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin 
  in as little as 5 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

MTZ043-131545-
/O.CON.KMSO.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240112T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.W.0001.240112T1800Z-240113T1800Z/
Potomac/Seeley Lake Region-
838 AM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST THIS 
MORNING...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.For 
  the Wind Chill Warning, extreme cold expected. Wind chills as low 
  as 55 below zero.

* WHERE...Highway 83 Seeley Lake to Condon, I-90 East Missoula to 
  Bearmouth, and Highway 200 Bonner to Greenough.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 11 AM MST this morning. 
  For the Wind Chill Warning, until 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Friday evening commute. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin 
  in as little as 5 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

MTZ006-131545-
/O.NEW.KMSO.WC.Y.0001.240112T1800Z-240113T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMSO.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240112T1800Z/
Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains-
838 AM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST THIS 
MORNING...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. For 
  the Wind Chill Advisory, very cold wind chills expected. Wind 
  chills as low as 50 below zero.

* WHERE...Lolo Pass and Highway 93 Sula to Lost Trail Pass.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 11 AM MST this morning. 
  For the Wind Chill Advisory, until 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Friday evening commute. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin 
  in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a 
hat, and gloves.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

MTZ001-131545-
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1800Z/
Kootenai/Cabinet Region-
838 AM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Extreme cold. Wind chills as low as 60 below zero.

* WHERE...Highway 2 Kalispell to Libby, Highway 93 Eureka to 
  Whitefish, Highway 37 Eureka to Libby, and Highway 56 Bull Lake 
  Road.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 5 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

MTZ002-131200-
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1200Z/
West Glacier Region-
838 AM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Extreme cold. Wind chills as low as 70 below zero.

* WHERE...Highway 83 Bigfork to Swan Lake, Polebridge, Essex, Marias 
  Pass, and Bad Rock Canyon.

* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 5 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

MTZ003-131545-
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1800Z/
Flathead/Mission Valleys-
838 AM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Extreme cold. Wind chills as low as 50 below zero.

* WHERE...Flathead Lake, Mission Valley, Polson, and Flathead Valley.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

MTZ004-131545-
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1800Z/
Lower Clark Fork Region-
838 AM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Extreme cold. Wind chills as low as 50 below zero.

* WHERE...Highway 200 Trout Creek to Heron, Highway 200 Thompson 
  Falls to Plains, Evaro Hill, and I-90 Lookout Pass to Haugan.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

MTZ005-131545-
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1800Z/
Missoula/Bitterroot Valleys-
838 AM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Extreme cold. Wind chills as low as 40 below zero.

* WHERE...Missoula and Bitterroot Valley.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

IDZ009-010-131545-
/O.NEW.KMSO.WC.Y.0001.240113T0000Z-240113T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMSO.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-240113T0000Z/
Western Lemhi County-Eastern Lemhi County-
838 AM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS 
AFTERNOON...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 11 AM 
MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. For 
  the Wind Chill Advisory, very cold wind chills expected. Wind 
  chills as low as 20 below zero.

* WHERE...Highway 93 Lost Trail Pass to Gibbonsville, Salmon, 
  Highway 28 Tendoy to Lone Pine, Lemhi Pass, Shoup, and Bannock 
  Pass.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 5 PM MST this 
  afternoon. For the Wind Chill Advisory, from 5 PM this afternoon 
  to 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Friday evening commute. Strong winds 
  could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin 
  in as little as 10 minutes. Travel could be affected.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a 
hat, and gloves.

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IDZ005-006-131545-
/O.NEW.KMSO.WC.Y.0001.240112T1800Z-240113T1800Z/
Northern Clearwater Mountains-Southern Clearwater Mountains-
738 AM PST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 20 
  below zero.

* WHERE...Elk City, Elk River, Pierce, Highway 11 Pierce to 
  Headquarters, Highway 12 Lowell to Lolo Pass, and Dixie.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a 
hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

IDZ008-121800-
/O.CON.KMSO.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-240112T1800Z/
Lower Hells Canyon/Salmon River Region-
738 AM PST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST THIS 
MORNING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch.

* WHERE...Highway 95 Slate Creek to Riggins and White Bird Grade.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be affected. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
502 
WWUS45 KMSO 121913
WSWMSO

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Missoula MT
1213 PM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

MTZ001-131800-
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1800Z/
Kootenai/Cabinet Region-
1213 PM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Extreme cold. Wind chills as low as 50 below zero.

* WHERE...Highway 2 Kalispell to Libby, Highway 93 Eureka to 
  Whitefish, Highway 37 Eureka to Libby, and Highway 56 Bull Lake 
  Road.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 5 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

MTZ002-131200-
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1200Z/
West Glacier Region-
1213 PM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Extreme cold. Wind chills as low as 60 below zero.

* WHERE...Highway 83 Bigfork to Swan Lake, Polebridge, Essex, Marias 
  Pass, and Bad Rock Canyon.

* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 5 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

MTZ003-131800-
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1800Z/
Flathead/Mission Valleys-
1213 PM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Extreme cold. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero.

* WHERE...Flathead Lake, Mission Valley, Polson, and Flathead Valley.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

MTZ004-131800-
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1800Z/
Lower Clark Fork Region-
1213 PM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Extreme cold. Wind chills as low as 50 below zero.

* WHERE...Highway 200 Trout Creek to Heron, Highway 200 Thompson 
  Falls to Plains, Evaro Hill, and I-90 Lookout Pass to Haugan.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

MTZ005-131800-
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1800Z/
Missoula/Bitterroot Valleys-
1213 PM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Extreme cold. Wind chills as low as 40 below zero.

* WHERE...Missoula and Bitterroot Valley.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

MTZ007-131800-
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1800Z/
Butte/Blackfoot Region-
1213 PM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Extreme cold. Wind chills as low as 55 below zero.

* WHERE...Highway 12 Garrison to Elliston, Butte, MacDonald Pass, 
  Homestake Pass, and Georgetown Lake.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 5 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

MTZ043-131800-
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1800Z/
Potomac/Seeley Lake Region-
1213 PM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Extreme cold. Wind chills as low as 55 below zero.

* WHERE...Highway 83 Seeley Lake to Condon, I-90 East Missoula to 
  Bearmouth, and Highway 200 Bonner to Greenough.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 5 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

IDZ009-010-131800-
/O.CON.KMSO.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-240113T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.Y.0001.240113T0000Z-240113T1800Z/
Western Lemhi County-Eastern Lemhi County-
1213 PM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS 
AFTERNOON...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 
11 AM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. For 
  the Wind Chill Advisory, very cold wind chills expected. Wind 
  chills as low as 20 below zero.

* WHERE...Highway 93 Lost Trail Pass to Gibbonsville, Salmon, 
  Highway 28 Tendoy to Lone Pine, Lemhi Pass, Shoup, and Bannock 
  Pass.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 5 PM MST this 
  afternoon. For the Wind Chill Advisory, from 5 PM this afternoon 
  to 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be affected. Plan on slippery road 
  conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday 
  evening commute. Strong winds could cause extensive damage to 
  trees and power lines. The dangerously cold wind chills could 
  cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a 
hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

IDZ005-006-MTZ006-131800-
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1800Z/
Northern Clearwater Mountains-Southern Clearwater Mountains-
Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains-
1213 PM MST Fri Jan 12 2024 /1113 AM PST Fri Jan 12 2024/

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST /10 AM PST/ 
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 20 below zero.

* WHERE...Elk City, Elk River, Pierce, Highway 93 Sula to Lost Trail 
  Pass, Lolo Pass, Highway 11 Pierce to Headquarters, Highway 12 
  Lowell to Lolo Pass, and Dixie.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST /10 AM PST/ Saturday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a 
hat, and gloves.

&&

$$
412 
WWUS45 KMSO 130016
WSWMSO

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Missoula MT
516 PM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

IDZ009-010-131800-
/O.EXP.KMSO.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-240113T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1800Z/
Western Lemhi County-Eastern Lemhi County-
516 PM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST SATURDAY...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...

* WHAT...Extreme cold. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero.

* WHERE...Bannock Pass, Highway 93 Lost Trail Pass to Gibbonsville, 
  Lemhi Pass, Highway 28 Tendoy to Lone Pine, Shoup, and Salmon.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening 
  commute. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on 
  exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a 
hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

MTZ003-131800-
/O.NEW.KMSO.WW.Y.0005.240113T0016Z-240113T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1800Z/
Flathead/Mission Valleys-
516 PM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST SATURDAY...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, lake effect snow. Total 
  snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches for southeast portions of 
  Flathead Lake, with locally up to 5 inches. For the Wind Chill 
  Warning, extreme cold. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero.

* WHERE...Mission Valley, Flathead Lake, Polson, and Flathead Valley.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The dangerously cold 
  wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 
  10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow to dry weather just a few miles away. Visibilities can 
also vary greatly. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

MTZ001-131800-
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1800Z/
Kootenai/Cabinet Region-
516 PM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Extreme cold. Wind chills as low as 50 below zero.

* WHERE...Highway 2 Kalispell to Libby, Highway 37 Eureka to Libby, 
  Highway 93 Eureka to Whitefish, and Highway 56 Bull Lake Road.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 5 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

MTZ002-131200-
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1200Z/
West Glacier Region-
516 PM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Extreme cold. Wind chills as low as 60 below zero.

* WHERE...Bad Rock Canyon, Polebridge, Highway 83 Bigfork to Swan 
  Lake, Essex, and Marias Pass.

* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 5 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

MTZ004-131800-
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1800Z/
Lower Clark Fork Region-
516 PM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Extreme cold. Wind chills as low as 50 below zero.

* WHERE...Evaro Hill, Highway 200 Trout Creek to Heron, Highway 200 
  Thompson Falls to Plains, and I-90 Lookout Pass to Haugan.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

MTZ005-131800-
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1800Z/
Missoula/Bitterroot Valleys-
516 PM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Extreme cold. Wind chills as low as 40 below zero.

* WHERE...Bitterroot Valley and Missoula.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

MTZ007-131800-
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1800Z/
Butte/Blackfoot Region-
516 PM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Extreme cold. Wind chills as low as 55 below zero.

* WHERE...Homestake Pass, Georgetown Lake, MacDonald Pass, Highway 
  12 Garrison to Elliston, and Butte.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 5 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

MTZ043-131800-
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1800Z/
Potomac/Seeley Lake Region-
516 PM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Extreme cold. Wind chills as low as 55 below zero.

* WHERE...Highway 83 Seeley Lake to Condon, Highway 200 Bonner to 
  Greenough, and I-90 East Missoula to Bearmouth.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 5 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

IDZ005-006-MTZ006-131800-
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1800Z/
Northern Clearwater Mountains-Southern Clearwater Mountains-
Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains-
516 PM MST Fri Jan 12 2024 /416 PM PST Fri Jan 12 2024/

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST /10 AM PST/ 
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero.

* WHERE...Elk City, Pierce, Highway 12 Lowell to Lolo Pass, Highway 
  93 Sula to Lost Trail Pass, Elk River, Dixie, Lolo Pass, and 
  Highway 11 Pierce to Headquarters.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST /10 AM PST/ Saturday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a 
hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

AL
008 
WWUS45 KMSO 130150
WSWMSO

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Missoula MT
650 PM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

MTZ003-131800-
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMSO.WW.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-240113T1800Z/
Flathead/Mission Valleys-
650 PM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST SATURDAY...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST 
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, lake effect snow. Total 
  snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches for southeast portions of 
  Flathead Lake, with locally up to 5 inches. For the Wind Chill 
  Warning, extreme cold. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero.

* WHERE...Mission Valley, Flathead Lake, Polson, and Flathead Valley.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The dangerously cold 
  wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 
  10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow to dry weather just a few miles away. Visibilities can 
also vary greatly. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

MTZ001-131800-
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1800Z/
Kootenai/Cabinet Region-
650 PM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Extreme cold. Wind chills as low as 50 below zero.

* WHERE...Highway 2 Kalispell to Libby, Highway 37 Eureka to Libby, 
  Highway 93 Eureka to Whitefish, and Highway 56 Bull Lake Road.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

MTZ002-131200-
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1200Z/
West Glacier Region-
650 PM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Extreme cold. Wind chills as low as 60 below zero.

* WHERE...Bad Rock Canyon, Polebridge, Highway 83 Bigfork to Swan 
  Lake, Essex, and Marias Pass.

* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 5 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

MTZ004-131800-
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1800Z/
Lower Clark Fork Region-
650 PM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Extreme cold. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero.

* WHERE...Evaro Hill, Highway 200 Trout Creek to Heron, Highway 200 
  Thompson Falls to Plains, and I-90 Lookout Pass to Haugan.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

MTZ005-131800-
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1800Z/
Missoula/Bitterroot Valleys-
650 PM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Extreme cold. Wind chills as low as 40 below zero.

* WHERE...Bitterroot Valley and Missoula.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

MTZ007-131800-
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1800Z/
Butte/Blackfoot Region-
650 PM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Extreme cold. Wind chills as low as 55 below zero.

* WHERE...Homestake Pass, Georgetown Lake, MacDonald Pass, Highway 
  12 Garrison to Elliston, and Butte.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 5 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

MTZ043-131800-
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1800Z/
Potomac/Seeley Lake Region-
650 PM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Extreme cold. Wind chills as low as 55 below zero.

* WHERE...Highway 83 Seeley Lake to Condon, Highway 200 Bonner to 
  Greenough, and I-90 East Missoula to Bearmouth.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 5 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

IDZ007-131800-
/O.EXA.KMSO.WC.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1800Z/
Orofino/Grangeville Region-
550 PM PST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 30 below zero.

* WHERE...Grangeville and vicinity, Camas Prairie, Greer Grade, and 
  Highway 12 Orofino to Kooskia.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia are possible if precautions 
  are not taken. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a 
hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

IDZ005-006-MTZ006-131800-
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1800Z/
Northern Clearwater Mountains-Southern Clearwater Mountains-
Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains-
650 PM MST Fri Jan 12 2024 /550 PM PST Fri Jan 12 2024/

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST /10 AM PST/ 
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero.

* WHERE...Elk City, Pierce, Highway 12 Lowell to Lolo Pass, Highway 
  93 Sula to Lost Trail Pass, Elk River, Dixie, Lolo Pass, and 
  Highway 11 Pierce to Headquarters.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST /10 AM PST/ Saturday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a 
hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

IDZ009-010-131800-
/O.CON.KMSO.WC.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1800Z/
Western Lemhi County-Eastern Lemhi County-
650 PM MST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero.

* WHERE...Bannock Pass, Highway 93 Lost Trail Pass to Gibbonsville, 
  Lemhi Pass, Highway 28 Tendoy to Lone Pine, Shoup, and Salmon.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a 
hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

AL

What forecasters said that day

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

NWS Missoula, MT wrote its last area forecast discussion before this wind chill warning went out at Jan 10, 3:47 AM MST, 9 hours 26 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Jan 10, 3:47 AM MST, 9 hours 26 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Missoula MT
347 AM MST Wed Jan 10 2024

...Multiple significant winter storm events into the weekend...
...Extreme cold expected Friday through Sunday...

.DISCUSSION...Arctic air has arrived along the Divide with a 3am
temperature of 3F at East Glacier. Rapidly dropping temperatures
begin at Marias Pass this morning. The arctic front then slowly
moves down the US-2 corridor, leading to hazardous conditions as
temperatures rapidly drop, cold wind chills develop, and
snow/blowing snow occur. The brunt of the cold air, gusty winds,
and increasing snow are not expected into the Flathead Valley
until mid/late afternoon. The arctic front will gradually march
south and west overtaking the rest of Northwest Montana by early
Thursday with areas of light to moderate snow continuing.

Another impact today will be a disturbance trekking into north-
central Idaho early this morning with areas of light to moderate
snow. Median snow ranges are 1 to 3 inches for the
Camas Prairie with 3 to 6 inches on the terrain. Light snow
spreads eastward into western Montana (mainly south of the I-90
corridor) and Lemhi County mid to late morning, thus the ongoing
winter weather advisories were left in place through late morning.
Road conditions early this morning are quite variable even
without any additional light snow, check for the latest
conditions at www.511.idaho.gov or www.511mt.net.

Thursday becomes particularly interesting across western Montana as
the arctic front very slowly descends southward, and a surface
low slides from eastern WA into north-central Idaho. This sets up
a very favorable scenario for widespread moderate to heavy snow
just north of the low's track. Widespread snow will be focused
across northwest Montana Thursday morning, spreading southward
very gradually through Friday morning. Ahead of the front,
conditions are conducive for snow squalls. Brief heavy snow and
wind gusts of 30-40 mph in squalls will make for highly variable
travel conditions. The highest potential for snow squalls will be
the I-90 corridor and southward Thursday afternoon/evening.
Overall, median snow amounts of 3 to 6 inches are forecast for the
valleys of northwest and west- central Montana. Probabilities for
over 4 inches over 48 hours ending Saturday morning range from
60-80% for many lower elevations of the Northern Rockies. There is
a potential for even heavier totals in a narrow band 50-100 miles
north of where the surface low tracks. Blowing and drifting snow
could be very problematic for travelers in areas along and north
of the arctic boundary as well. There is still uncertainty in the
exact timing of the arctic front which will impact where the
heaviest snow falls, please stay tuned.

Across north-central Idaho, periods of snow and snow squalls are
anticipated Thursday through Friday morning as well. Gusty
westerly winds of 25-35 mph on Thursday afternoon/evening combined
with falling snow will likely make for difficult travel. Median
snow amounts stand at 6-9 inches on the Camas Prairie/Orofino,
with 12+ inches on the terrain.

Bitterly cold temperatures are still expected on Friday into the
weekend across western Montana. Probabilities for temperatures of
-20F or colder are 70 to 80 percent for the valleys of Northwest
Montana. Wind chills of -20 to -40 are forecast across western
Montana on Friday and Saturday mornings, near 0F for lower
elevations of north- central Idaho.

A surprising amount of uncertainty exists with snow chances this
weekend as models are at odds with how far south the arctic front
will spread. If the front makes it well into southern Idaho, then
the better snow chances will remain south of the Northern Rockies.
Other models give much of our area a widespread moderate to heavy
snow event. For now, the forecast continues to be a blend of
solutions with a decent chance (40-60%) for at least a moderate
snow event, mainly from I-90 southward.

&&

.AVIATION... A shortwave will move over north- central Idaho
early this morning that will spread widespread light to moderate
snowfall from Grangeville Idaho, east to KHRF, KSMN from
10/1200Z-10/2000Z. In northwest Montana, an arctic front will
slowly work down the US-2 corridor this morning, reaching KGPI mid
to late afternoon with an increase in winds, sudden drop in
temperatures and increase in snowfall.

&&

.MSO WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
MT...Winter Storm Warning until 11 AM MST this morning for
     Kootenai/Cabinet Region...Lower Clark Fork Region.

     Winter Storm Watch from late tonight through Friday afternoon
     for Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains...Butte/Blackfoot
     Region...Lower Clark Fork Region...Potomac/Seeley Lake
     Region.

     Winter Weather Advisory until 11 AM MST this morning for
     Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains...Butte/Blackfoot Region...
     Flathead/Mission Valleys...Missoula/Bitterroot Valleys...
     Potomac/Seeley Lake Region.

     Winter Storm Watch from late tonight through late Thursday night
     for Kootenai/Cabinet Region.

     Winter Storm Warning until 5 AM MST Thursday for West Glacier
     Region.

     Winter Storm Watch from this evening through Friday morning for
     Flathead/Mission Valleys.

ID...Winter Storm Warning until 10 AM PST Wednesday for Northern
     Clearwater Mountains...Southern Clearwater Mountains.

     Winter Storm Watch from late Wednesday night through Friday
     afternoon for Northern Clearwater Mountains...Southern
     Clearwater Mountains.

     Winter Weather Advisory until 11 AM MST /10 AM PST/ this morning
     for Eastern Lemhi County...Lower Hells Canyon/Salmon River
     Region...Orofino/Grangeville Region...Western Lemhi County.

&&

In the hours before

Local storm report, Jan 10, 8:21 AM MST, 4 hours 52 minutes before
Preliminary Local Storm Report
National Weather Service Missoula MT
821 AM MST Wed Jan 10 2024

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

0200 PM     Snow             Pierce                  46.49N 115.80W
01/09/2024  M4.6 inch        Clearwater         ID   CO-OP Observer

&&
Local storm report, Jan 10, 8:31 AM MST, 4 hours 42 minutes before
Preliminary Local Storm Report
National Weather Service Missoula MT
831 AM MST Wed Jan 10 2024

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

0100 AM     Snow             8 ENE Powell            46.63N 114.58W
01/10/2024  E14.0 inch       Idaho              ID   Mesonet

            Lolo Pass Snotel Picked up 1.3 of SWE from
            3am Jan 9 to 1am Jan 10. Translates to at
            least 14 inches of snow. Severe driving
            conditions reported over the pass.

&&
Local storm report, Jan 10, 8:32 AM MST, 4 hours 41 minutes before
Preliminary Local Storm Report
National Weather Service Missoula MT
832 AM MST Wed Jan 10 2024

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

0800 AM     Snow             3 ESE Tuscor            47.89N 115.64W
01/10/2024  M4.0 inch        Sanders            MT   Cocorahs

            Cocorahs station MT-SN-6 Trout Creek 4.0
            NNW.

0800 AM     Snow             5 NE Orofino            46.54N 116.20W
01/10/2024  M2.0 inch        Clearwater         ID   Cocorahs

            Cocorahs station ID-CW-9 Orofino 4.4 NE.

&&
Local storm report, Jan 10, 10:04 AM MST, 3 hours 9 minutes before
Preliminary Local Storm Report
National Weather Service Missoula MT
1004 AM MST Wed Jan 10 2024

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

0830 AM     Snow             4 NW Noxon              48.03N 115.85W
01/10/2024  M5.6 inch        Sanders            MT   Cocorahs

            Cocorahs station MT-SN-2 4 WNW Noxon.

0830 AM     Snow             10 SSE Orogrande        45.57N 115.45W
01/10/2024  M3.6 inch        Idaho              ID   CO-OP Observer

            CO-OP Observer station DXEI1 Dixie 1 N.

0800 AM     Snow             5 E Weeksville          47.54N 114.89W
01/10/2024  M1.8 inch        Sanders            MT   Cocorahs

            Cocorahs station MT-SN-5 5 N Plains.

0800 AM     Snow             1 WSW Ahsahka           46.50N 116.34W
01/10/2024  M1.5 inch        Clearwater         ID   Cocorahs

            Cocorahs station ID-CW-6 Ahsahka.

&&
Local storm report, Jan 10, 12:03 PM MST, 1 hour 10 minutes before
Preliminary Local Storm Report
National Weather Service Missoula MT
1203 PM MST Wed Jan 10 2024

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

0800 AM     Snow             Salmon                  45.18N 113.89W
01/10/2024  M2.5 inch        Lemhi              ID   CO-OP Observer

&&
Local storm report, Jan 10, 12:05 PM MST, 1 hour 8 minutes before
Preliminary Local Storm Report
National Weather Service Missoula MT
1205 PM MST Wed Jan 10 2024

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

0404 PM     Snow             Eureka                  48.88N 115.05W
01/09/2024  M4.0 inch        Lincoln            MT   CO-OP Observer

&&

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Jan 10, 1:13 PM MSTWinter Storm WatchMSOMissoula, Ravalli24 hr
Jan 10, 1:13 PM MSTWinter Storm WarningMSODeer Lodge, Flathead, Granite, Lake, Lincoln, Missoula and 4 more46 hr
Jan 10, 1:13 PM MSTWinter Weather AdvisoryMSOFlathead, Lincoln, Missoula, Ravalli, Sanders52 hr

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Wind Chill Warnings in Montana, 2024Every wind chill warning in 2024

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.