Blizzard Warning Issued for Judith Basin and Fergus Counties Through Midnight
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NOAA issued it on March 31, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).
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A Blizzard Warning is in effect for Judith Basin and Fergus counties until midnight MDT, with whiteout conditions and 40 mph wind gusts expected to make travel life-threatening.
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- Record type
- Blizzard Warning
- Affected area
- Central Montana
- Issued
- March 31, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Great Falls MT
Winter notices differ by expected impact and timing. The original notice carries the forecast window and any travel guidance for the named area.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Central Montana.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Great Falls, MT, has issued a Blizzard Warning for several regions in central Montana. The alert is currently in effect and will remain active until midnight MDT tonight.
Affected Areas
The warning covers the following geographic regions:
- Judith Basin County and Judith Gap
- Fergus County (areas below 4500ft)
- Snowy and Judith Mountains
Expected Conditions
Residents should prepare for blizzard conditions characterized by falling and blowing snow. Specific hazards include:
- Snow Accumulation: Total new snow accumulations between 1 and 3 inches.
- Wind Speeds: Wind gusts reaching as high as 40 mph.
- Visibility: Visibilities are expected to drop below 1/4 mile, creating dangerous whiteout conditions.
- Road Conditions: Expect slippery and treacherous road surfaces.
What You Should Do
Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, ensure you have a winter survival kit in your vehicle. If you become stranded, stay with your vehicle to remain safe. For the latest updates on road conditions, residents can call 5 1 1 or visit the MDT Road Report website.
Timeline
The Blizzard Warning is effective immediately and is scheduled to expire at 12:00 AM MDT on March 15, 2026. Conditions are expected to be most severe through the evening hours.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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