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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
108 AM AKDT Fri Oct 4 2024

AKZ185-041715-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0018.000000T0000Z-241005T0400Z/
Eastern Aleutians-
Including the cities of Nikolski and Unalaska
108 AM AKDT Fri Oct 4 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM AKDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 55 mph with gusts up to 75 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Aleutians.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM AKDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris, damage property, and
  cause power outages. Travel could be difficult.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A long duration wind event is ongoing with
  frequent gusts to 60 mph likely. There is lower confidence on the
  frequency of wind gusts to 75 mph. However, occasional gusts to 75
  mph are possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind. Prepare for the possibility of widespread
power outages. Use caution if you must drive.

&&

$$

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
108 AM AKDT Fri Oct 4 2024

AKZ195-041715-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0018.000000T0000Z-241004T1800Z/
Pribilof Islands-
Including the cities of Saint Paul
108 AM AKDT Fri Oct 4 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM AKDT THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 55 mph with gusts up to 75 mph.

* WHERE...Pribilof Islands.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM AKDT this morning.

* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property, and
  cause power outages. Travel could be difficult.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind. Prepare for the possibility of widespread
power outages. Use caution if you must drive.

&&

$$

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Great Falls MT
253 AM MDT Fri Oct 4 2024

MTZ301>303-307-308-050000-
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0020.241005T0000Z-241005T1800Z/
East Glacier Park Region-Northern High Plains-Eastern Glacier,
Western Toole, and Central Pondera-Southern Rocky Mountain Front-
Southern High Plains-
Including the following locations: East Glacier Park, Saint Mary,
Cut Bank, Browning, Heart Butte, Choteau, Ethridge, Marias Pass,
Logan Pass, Santa Rita, Rogers Pass, Pendroy, Babb, Bynum,
Dupuyer, and Kiowa
253 AM MDT Fri Oct 4 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT
FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON MDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph, with gusts up to 70 mph expected.
  Isolated gusts near 80 mph are possible closer to the Rocky
  Mountain Front.

* WHERE...The Rocky Mountain Front and adjacent foothills and
  plains, and Eastern Glacier, Western Toole, and Central Pondera
  Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to noon MDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and
  cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for
  high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remember, a High Wind Warning means that there is at least an 80%
chance of 40 mph sustained winds or 58 mph wind gusts occurring
during the warning period.

&&

$$

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Great Falls MT
253 AM MDT Fri Oct 4 2024

MTZ320-322>330-050000-
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0020.241004T1800Z-241005T1200Z/
Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains-Elkhorn and Boulder
Mountains-Canyon Ferry Area-Missouri Headwaters-Madison River
Valley-Gallatin Valley-Northwest Beaverhead County-Beaverhead and
Western Madison below 6000ft-Ruby Mountains and Southern
Beaverhead Mountains-Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and
Centennial Mountains-
Including the following locations: Norris, Jeffers, Homestake
Pass, Boulder, Clancy, Montana City, Wisdom, Big Hole Pass, Chief
Joseph Pass, Willow Creek, Monida Pass, West Yellowstone,
Cameron, Harrison, Bozeman Pass, Ennis, Townsend, Whitehall,
McAllister, Waterloo, Dillon, Toston, Dewey, Big Sky, Targhee
Pass, Corbin, Battle Ridge Pass, Maudlow, Bozeman, Bannack,
Trident, Gallatin Gateway, Three Forks, Elk Park Pass, Raynolds
Pass, Glen, Pony, Winston, Deep Creek Pass, Wise River, and
Wickes
253 AM MDT Fri Oct 4 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT
FROM NOON TODAY TO 6 AM MDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph, with gusts up to 60 mph
  expected.

* WHERE...Southwestern Montana along and south of Interstate 90, Big
  Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains, Elkhorn and Boulder Mountains,
  and Canyon Ferry Area.

* WHEN...From noon today to 6 AM MDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and
  cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for
  high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remember, a High Wind Warning means that there is at least an 80%
chance of 40 mph sustained winds or 58 mph wind gusts occurring
during the warning period.

&&

$$

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Great Falls MT
253 AM MDT Fri Oct 4 2024

MTZ304>306-309>319-321-050000-
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0020.241005T0200Z-241005T1800Z/
Eastern Toole and Liberty-Hill County-Northern Blaine County-
Eastern Pondera and Eastern Teton-Western and Central Chouteau
County-Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine-Cascade County
below 5000ft-Judith Basin County and Judith Gap-Fergus County
below 4500ft-Upper Blackfoot and MacDonald Pass-Gates of the
Mountains-Little Belt and Highwood Mountains-Snowy and Judith
Mountains-Helena Valley-Meagher County Valleys-
Including the following locations: Whitlash, Chinook, Fort
Belknap, Lincoln, Martinsdale, Conrad, Stanford, Benchland,
Carter, Zurich, Marysville, Hogeland, Geyser, Ringling, Wolf
Creek, Floweree, Rocky Boy, Galata, Fort Benton, Lewistown, Kings
Hill Pass, Shelby, Raynesford, Neihart, White Sulphur Springs,
Hobson, Canyon Creek, Lothair, Craig, Devon, Flesher Pass,
MacDonald Pass, Ledger, Monarch, Moccasin, Great Falls, Brady,
Hilger, Joplin, Helena, Checkerboard, Chester, Harlem, Windham,
and Havre
253 AM MDT Fri Oct 4 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT
FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON MDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph, with gusts up to 60 mph expected.

* WHERE...Portions of central and north central Montana.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to noon MDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and
  cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for
  high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remember, a High Wind Warning means that there is at least an 80%
chance of 40 mph sustained winds or 58 mph wind gusts occurring
during the warning period.

&&

$$

Brusda

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
215 AM MDT Fri Oct 4 2024

MTZ034-042-063-141-172-228-050815-
/O.UPG.KBYZ.HW.A.0008.241004T1800Z-241006T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KBYZ.HW.W.0008.241005T0000Z-241005T1800Z/
Northern Stillwater-Golden Valley-Judith Gap-Northern Sweet Grass-
Melville Foothills-Southern Wheatland-
Including the locations of Absarokee, Melville, Ryegate,
Columbus, Judith Gap, Lavina, Big Timber, and Harlowton
215 AM MDT Fri Oct 4 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON MDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.

* WHERE...Portions of central and south central Montana.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to noon MDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may cause tree and power line damage
  resulting in power outages. Travel will be difficult, especially
  for high profile vehicles. Sudden strong crosswinds will make
  travel difficult along Highway 191 from Big Timber through Judith
  Gap. Warm and dry conditions could cause rapid fire spread. Use
  caution with any burning activities.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Secure loose items and watch for blowing debris during this wind
event. Use caution if you must drive.

&&

$$

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Glasgow MT
156 AM MDT Fri Oct 4 2024

MTZ016-017-021-022-059>061-050000-
/O.UPG.KGGW.HW.A.0004.241005T0300Z-241006T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KGGW.HW.W.0006.241005T0600Z-241006T0300Z/
Central and Southeast Phillips-Central and Southern Valley-
Petroleum-Garfield-Northern Phillips-Southwest Phillips-Northern
Valley-
Including Whitewater, Fort Peck, Glasgow, Winnett, Jordan, Malta,
Frazer, Saco, Hinsdale, Opheim, and Zortman
156 AM MDT Fri Oct 4 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 9 PM MDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.

* WHERE...Central and Southeast Phillips, Central and Southern
  Valley, Garfield, Northern Phillips, Northern Valley, Petroleum,
  and Southwest Phillips Counties.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 9 PM MDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property, and
  cause power bumps. Travel could be difficult, especially for high
  profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.

&&

$$

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Glasgow MT
156 AM MDT Fri Oct 4 2024

MTZ018>020-023>027-062-050000-
/O.UPG.KGGW.HW.A.0004.241005T0600Z-241006T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KGGW.HW.W.0006.241005T0600Z-241006T0300Z/
Daniels-Sheridan-Western Roosevelt-McCone-Richland-Dawson-Prairie-
Wibaux-Eastern Roosevelt-
Including Wibaux, Culbertson, Scobey, Wolf Point, Sidney,
Glendive, Poplar, Richey, Medicine Lake, Fairview, Terry, Circle,
and Plentywood
156 AM MDT Fri Oct 4 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 9 PM MDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.

* WHERE...Daniels, Dawson, Eastern Roosevelt, McCone, Prairie,
  Richland, Sheridan, Western Roosevelt, and Wibaux Counties.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 9 PM MDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property, and
  cause power bumps. Travel could be difficult, especially for high
  profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.

&&

$$

Bernhart

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Missoula MT
131 AM MDT Fri Oct 4 2024

IDZ009-010-MTZ006-007-050745-
/O.CON.KMSO.HW.W.0003.241004T1900Z-241005T0900Z/
Western Lemhi County-Eastern Lemhi County-Bitterroot/Sapphire
Mountains-Butte/Blackfoot Region-
131 AM MDT Fri Oct 4 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 3
AM MDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts 55 to 65 mph
  expected.

* WHERE...In Idaho, Eastern Lemhi County and Western Lemhi County.
  In Montana, Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains and Butte/Blackfoot
  Region.

* WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 3 AM MDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
  Power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially
  for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.

&&

$$

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Missoula MT
131 AM MDT Fri Oct 4 2024

MTZ043-050745-
/O.EXT.KMSO.HW.W.0003.241004T2200Z-241005T0900Z/
Potomac/Seeley Lake Region-
131 AM MDT Fri Oct 4 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 3 AM
MDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts of 50 to 60 mph expected.

* WHERE...Potomac/Seeley Lake Region.

* WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 3 AM MDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
  Power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially
  for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.

&&

$$

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Missoula MT
131 AM MDT Fri Oct 4 2024

MTZ002-050745-
/O.EXT.KMSO.HW.W.0003.241004T2200Z-241005T0900Z/
West Glacier Region-
131 AM MDT Fri Oct 4 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 3 AM
MDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph
  expected.

* WHERE...West Glacier Region.

* WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 3 AM MDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
  Power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially
  for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.

&&

$$

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Missoula MT
131 AM MDT Fri Oct 4 2024

MTZ003-050500-
/O.EXT.KMSO.HW.W.0003.241004T2200Z-241005T0500Z/
Flathead/Mission Valleys-
131 AM MDT Fri Oct 4 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 11 PM
MDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts 50 to 55 mph
  expected.

* WHERE...Flathead/Mission Valleys.

* WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 11 PM MDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
  Power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially
  for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.

&&

$$

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Missoula MT
131 AM MDT Fri Oct 4 2024

MTZ005-050500-
/O.EXT.KMSO.HW.W.0003.241004T2200Z-241005T0500Z/
Missoula/Bitterroot Valleys-
131 AM MDT Fri Oct 4 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 11 PM
MDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts 50 to 55 mph
  expected.

* WHERE...Missoula/Bitterroot Valleys.

* WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 11 PM MDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
  Power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially
  for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.

&&

$$

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