High Wind Warning Issued for Yellowstone County: Gusts Up to 60 MPH Expected Sunday
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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 Yellowstone County, effective Sunday, with west wind gusts up to 60 mph threatening to cause rapid fire spread and difficult travel.
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- Record type
- High Wind Warning
- Affected area
- Yellowstone County, Montana
- Issued
- April 6, 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 Yellowstone County, Montana.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Billings, MT, has issued a High Wind Warning for parts of Montana. This alert indicates that a significant weather event involving high-velocity winds is expected to occur, posing a risk to property and travel safety.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers the following regions:
- Yellowstone County
- Northeastern Yellowstone
- Southwestern Yellowstone
What You Should Do
Residents and travelers in the affected areas are urged to take the following precautions:
- Secure Property: Secure loose outdoor objects that could be blown around or damaged by the wind.
- Fire Safety: Exercise extreme caution with any burning activities. Warm and dry conditions combined with high winds could cause rapid fire spread in grasses.
- Travel Safety: Use extra caution when driving, particularly for those operating high-profile vehicles. Consider postponing travel until winds subside or seeking an alternate route.
Expected Conditions
- Wind Speed: West winds are expected to reach gusts of up to 60 mph.
- Hazardous Conditions: The combination of high winds and dry conditions creates an elevated risk for fire spread. Additionally, the strength of the winds will make driving difficult.
Timeline
The High Wind Warning is effective during the following window:
- Start Time: 6:00 AM MDT, Sunday, March 8, 2026
- End Time: 9:00 PM MDT, Sunday, March 8, 2026
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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