High Wind Warning Issued for Judith Gap and South-Central Montana; Gusts up to 75 MPH Expected

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Billings, MT, has issued a High Wind Warning for several regions in south-central Montana. This alert indicates that strong and potentially dangerous wind conditions are likely to impact the area.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the following geographic regions:

• Judith Gap
• Northern Sweet Grass
• Melville Foothills
• Southern Wheatland

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the warning area are advised to take the following precautions:

• Travel Safety: Driving will be difficult, particularly for high-profile vehicles. Use extra caution or consider postponing travel until wind conditions subside. If travel is necessary, consider taking an alternate route.
• Secure Property: Ensure all loose outdoor items are properly secured to prevent damage or injury from flying debris.

Expected Conditions

Forecasters expect periods of strong west winds throughout the weekend.

• Saturday: Gusts are forecast to reach up to 60 mph before weakening slightly on Saturday night.
• Sunday: Winds will increase again, becoming strong to dangerous with gusts reaching up to 75 mph.
• Impacts: Strong to dangerous crosswinds are expected to make travel difficult along Highway 191 from Big Timber through Judith Gap.

Timeline

The High Wind Warning is effective from 8:00 AM MST Saturday, March 7, until midnight MDT Sunday night, March 8. While winds may weaken slightly on Saturday night with gusts in the 40s and 50s mph, the strongest period of winds is expected to occur on Sunday.