Winter Storm Warning Issued for Southwest Phillips County Through Saturday Morning

Source: NOAA · Southwest Phillips County, Montana

This alert is no longer in effect.

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 Winter Storm Warning for Southwest Phillips County, with 4 to 8 inches of snow and 30 mph wind gusts expected starting Friday morning.

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Record type
Winter Storm Warning
Affected area
Southwest Phillips County, Montana
Issued
April 6, 2026
Issuing authority
NWS Glasgow MT

Storm notices can cover different combinations of wind, hail, lightning, and rainfall. Use the original notice for the hazards and boundaries attached to this specific record.

Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Southwest Phillips County, Montana.

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Glasgow, MT, has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Southwest Phillips County. This alert indicates that heavy snow is likely and residents should prepare for significant winter weather impacts.

Affected Areas

According to the National Weather Service, the primary geographic region affected is Southwest Phillips County.

What You Should Do

If you must travel, the NWS recommends keeping an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Residents are encouraged to monitor the latest road conditions by calling 511 before departing.

Expected Conditions

Forecasters expect heavy snow with total accumulations ranging from 4 to 8 inches. Wind gusts are projected to reach as high as 30 mph. These conditions are expected to create slippery road surfaces, which could specifically impact the Friday evening commute.

Timeline

The Winter Storm Warning is effective from 8:00 AM MST on Friday, February 27, and is scheduled to expire at 11:00 AM MST on Saturday, February 28.

Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗

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What is this NWS weather alert about?
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Southwest Phillips County, with 4 to 8 inches of snow and 30 mph wind gusts expected starting Friday morning.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NOAA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Southwest Phillips County, Montana. Check with NOAA for the most current geographic scope.
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