High Wind Warning Issued for Flathead and Mission Valleys Through Thursday
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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 the Flathead and Mission Valleys, with gusts up to 55 mph expected to cause power outages and travel hazards.
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- Record type
- High Wind Warning
- Affected area
- Flathead and Mission Valleys, Montana
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Missoula
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 Flathead and Mission Valleys, Montana.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Missoula, MT, has issued a High Wind Warning for the Flathead and Mission Valleys. This alert indicates that damaging winds are expected, posing a threat to property and travel safety.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers the Flathead and Mission Valleys in Montana.
What You Should Do
Residents are advised to remain in the lower levels of their homes during the windstorm and stay away from windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs that may cause injury or damage. If you must drive, use extreme caution, particularly if operating a high-profile vehicle, as travel will be difficult under these conditions.
Expected Conditions
Forecasters expect southwest winds ranging from 15 to 25 mph, with gusts reaching up to 55 mph. These damaging winds are likely to blow down trees and power lines, and widespread power outages are expected throughout the region.
Timeline
The High Wind Warning is scheduled to take effect at midnight Wednesday night (March 12) and will remain in effect until 6 PM MDT on Thursday.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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