Weather Alert in Montana
Wind Advisory issued July 14 at 12:12PM MDT until July 15 at 2:00PM MDT by NWS Missoula MT
AREAS AFFECTED: Flathead/Mission Valleys
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Flathead/Mission Valleys and Flathead Lake. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 2 PM MDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Winds over 40 mph could easily bring down weakened trees or large limbs, especially in forested areas and western foothills prone to downslope winds. Wave heights of 3 to 5 feet are anticipated especially along the south end of Flathead Lake. Be prepared for rapidly changing conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds will occur near the mouths of east-west oriented canyons and along Flathead Lake. Thunderstorms are possible Monday night into Tuesday morning further enhancing gusty winds. Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Power outages are possible.
INSTRUCTION: Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. It could be dangerous for boaters to be on Flathead Lake and other lakes. Avoid setting up tents or campers near trees.
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