High Wind Watch issued February 24 at 1:15PM MST until February 27 at 8:00AM MST by NWS Great Falls MT
WHAT: For the High Wind Warning, west winds 30 to 40 mph with
gusts up to 70 mph expected. For the High Wind Watch, southwest
winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph possible.
WHERE: Cascade County, including the Little Belt and Highwood
Mountains, Judith Basin County and Judith Gap, Upper Blackfoot and
MacDonald Pass, Gates of the Mountains, Helena Valley, and Big
Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains.
WHEN: For the High Wind Warning, from 2 AM to 11 PM MST
Wednesday. For the High Wind Watch, from Wednesday evening through
Friday morning.
IMPACTS: High winds may move loose debris, damage property and
cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for
high profile vehicles.
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People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.