Travelers in parts of Montana, Idaho and Wyoming have been warned about dangerous road conditions as a storm system is forecast to bring up to two feet of snow.
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued winter storm warnings and advisories for parts of the three states until Monday evening.
Why It Matters
The snow storm could down trees and snap power lines, resulting in sporadic power outages.
The NWS also warned that travel could become very difficult, and that wet snow will create slushy road conditions in some areas.
According to the NWS, a winter storm warning means there is at least an 80 percent chance of “impactful” winter weather during the warning period.
What To Know
The NWS said that the Absaroka-Beartooth Mountains and Crazy Mountains in Montana can expect up to two feet of snow on Monday.
The Pryor and Bighorn Mountains in Montana and Wyoming are forecast to receive between 12 and 20 inches of snow.
While the Gallatin Range, Madison County mountains and Centennial Mountains across Montana, Idaho and Wyoming are forecast to receive up to six inches of snow, the NWS said.
Commenting on the storms, the NWS said: “Travel will be hazardous on US-14… If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.”
The NWS added that tire chains may be be required for some vehicles if travelling through mountain passes.
The agency also noted: “Recreation in the high country could be impacted by heavy accumulating and blowing snow. Avalanche danger may increase.”
What People Are Saying
The NWS forecast office at Billings, Montana, wrote on X, formerly Twitter, on Saturday:”Another spring storm is taking shape for Sunday into Monday. Travel and outdoor recreation in the high country could become difficult due to snowy conditions. Stay up to date with the latest forecast if you have travel or outdoor plans during this time.”
NWS Pocatello, Idaho, wrote on X on Sunday: “Mountain snow showers will continue overnight tonight into Monday in the Central Mountains and along the Montana and Wyoming border regions.”
NWS Riverton, Wyoming, wrote on X on Sunday: “Developing storms west of the Divide after 3-4 p.m. this afternoon spreading east as rain/snow showers overnight into much of Monday. Another round expected for Tuesday night into Wednesday as well.”
What Happens Next
The latest advisories and warnings are set to remain in effect until 6 p.m. on Monday. The NWS issues regular forecast updates on its website.
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