High Wind Warning Issued for Judith Gap and Southern Wheatland Areas Through Tuesday Night
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NWS Billings MT has issued a High Wind Warning for Judith Gap and surrounding areas, forecasting west wind gusts up to 70 mph from Monday afternoon through Tuesday evening.
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- Record type
- High Wind Warning
- Affected area
- South Central Montana
- Issued
- April 4, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Billings 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 South Central Montana.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Billings, MT, has issued a High Wind Warning for several regions in south-central Montana. The alert indicates a severe threat level with hazardous conditions expected to impact travel and outdoor safety.
Affected Areas
The following geographic regions are included in this warning:
- Judith Gap
- Northern Sweet Grass
- Melville Foothills
- Southern Wheatland
What You Should Do
Residents and travelers in the warning area should take the following actions:
- Exercise Caution: Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles.
- Travel Planning: Consider postponing travel until winds subside or take an alternate route to avoid hazardous crosswinds.
- Secure Property: Ensure all loose outdoor objects are secured to prevent damage or injury from flying debris.
Expected Conditions
- Wind Speeds: West winds are expected to gust up to 70 mph.
- Travel Impacts: Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult, specifically along Highway 191 from Big Timber through Judith Gap.
Timeline
- Effective Period: The warning begins at 3:00 PM MDT on Monday, March 16, 2026.
- Expiration: The alert is scheduled to remain in effect until 9:00 PM MDT on Tuesday, March 17, 2026.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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