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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Great Falls MT
1224 AM MST Thu Mar 5 2026

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Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and Centennial Mountains-
Including the following locations: Big Sky, West Yellowstone,
Raynolds Pass, and Targhee Pass
1224 AM MST Thu Mar 5 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM MST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy, wet snow expected. Total snow accumulations between
  4 and 9 inches below 7000 feet with 9 to 16 inches above 7000
  feet. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and Centennial
  Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 3 PM MST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult and tire chains may be
  required for some vehicles. Those in the backcountry should ensure
  they are prepared for dangerous conditions.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heavy wet snow may cause isolated power
  outages.

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 can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or visiting the MDT Road Report website.

To see a graphical representation of the degree of stress on young
livestock please visit our webpage and select Local Programs then
Cold Air Advisory for Newborn Livestock.

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