Winter Storm Warning Issued for Northern Blaine County; 60 MPH Gusts and Blowing Snow Expected
Weather Alerts high NOAA · · Northern Blaine County, Montana
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Northern Blaine County, effective Tuesday, featuring dangerous winds and low visibility.
Alert Details
A Winter Storm Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Great Falls, MT. This alert indicates at least an 80% chance of impactful winter weather conditions within the warning period.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers Northern Blaine County in Montana.
What You Should Do
Residents are advised to take the following precautions:
- Travel Safety: If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.
- Road Conditions: Monitor the latest road conditions by calling 5 1 1 or visiting the MDT Road Report website.
- Livestock Care: Ranchers can find information regarding the degree of stress on young livestock by visiting the NWS webpage and selecting the Cold Air Advisory for Newborn Livestock under Local Programs.
- Prepare for Hazards: Be ready for sudden changes in road and weather conditions.
Expected Conditions
- Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations between 1 and 3 inches are expected.
- Wind Speeds: Northwest winds are forecast to gust as high as 60 mph.
- Visibility: Blowing snow may cause visibilities to drop below 1/4 mile at times.
- Temperature and Ice: Rain and snow showers on Tuesday afternoon will transition to snow by the evening. Sharply falling temperatures may cause previously wet surfaces to become icy.
Timeline
The Winter Storm Warning is in effect from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM MST Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
Source: NOAA Official Notice