Until 3:45 PM Fri·Issued 12:36 PM Fri Oct 23·NWS Great Falls MT
Special Weather Statement issued October 23 at 12:36PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Details
A band of snow with snowfall rates near or in excess of one-half inch per hour will continue through at least 3 PM across the area, subsiding by the evening. While accumulations are forecast to be greatest on grassy surfaces, accumulating snowfall on roads will continue in areas where snowfall rates are highest. If traveling near the Rocky Mountain Front or nearby plains this afternoon, be prepared for reduced visibility, gusty winds, and variable road conditions.
Areas: Northern High Plains; Eastern Glacier, Western Toole, and Central Pondera; Southern Rocky Mountain Front; Southern High Plains; Eastern Pondera and Eastern Teton
From the National Weather Service. In an emergency follow the instructions of local officials.
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