Winter Storm Warning issued June 27 at 6:16PM MDT until June 29 at 9:00AM MDT by NWS Missoula MT
* WHAT...Heavy wet snow expected above 6500 feet. Total snow
accumulations of 4 to 8 inches, with 8 to 16 inches across the
Anaconda Pintler Mountains. Snow levels may briefly lower and could
produce minor slushy accumulation at Homestake and Macdonald Pass.
* WHERE...Georgetown Lake, backcountry and higher elevation areas.
* WHEN...Until 9 AM MDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Plan for winter-like conditions in the backcountry and
higher elevations. Cold temperatures, wind, and wet snow will
elevate the risk of hypothermia. Heavy wet snow may down trees,
blocking access to backcountry roadways.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...West winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30
mph.
Persons should consider delaying travel across the backcountry and
higher elevations. If travel is absolutely necessary, consider taking
a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire
chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra
clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that
would help you survive in case you become stranded.
Varoitus voimassa su klo 3:16 - ma klo 18:00
