High Wind Warning Issued for Central and Eastern Montana Through Wednesday Morning
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NOAA issued it on April 6, 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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The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for multiple Montana counties, forecasting west winds up to 45 mph and gusts reaching 60 mph.
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- Record type
- High Wind Warning
- Affected area
- Central and Eastern Montana
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Glasgow MT
Wind notices are issued against local thresholds and a defined time window. Confirm both in the original notice before making a current-condition decision.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Central and Eastern Montana.
High Wind Warning Issued for Central and Eastern Montana
Alert Details
A High Wind Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) Glasgow MT. The alert indicates that severe wind conditions are likely to impact the region, creating potential hazards for residents and travelers.
Affected Areas
The warning covers the following geographic regions in Montana:
- Central and Southeast Phillips
- Petroleum
- Garfield
- McCone
- Dawson
- Prairie
- Southwest Phillips
What You Should Do
Residents in the warning area are advised to take the following precautions:
- Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm and stay away from windows.
- Watch for falling debris and tree limbs that could cause injury or damage.
- Use extreme caution if you must drive. High winds can make travel difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles.
Expected Conditions
Forecasters expect sustained west winds of 35 to 45 mph. Wind gusts are projected to reach up to 60 mph. These conditions are likely to move loose debris, damage property, and may cause power bumps or outages.
Timeline
The High Wind Warning is effective starting at 11:00 AM MST on Tuesday, February 17. The warning is currently scheduled to expire at 5:00 AM MST on Wednesday, February 18.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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