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Winter Storm Warning issued March 10 at 11:42AM MDT until March 14 at 12:00PM MDT by NWS Missoula MT

Description

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected. There is a
likelihood of minor to moderate winter weather impacts. Total snow
accumulations between 1 and 7 inches of additional snow. Winds
gusting as high as 35 mph. For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy
snow expected. There is a likelihood of extreme winter storm
impacts. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 7 inches in the
lower elevations and 20 to 40 inches in the higher elevations
including Marias Pass. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Bad Rock Canyon, Polebridge, Marias Pass, Glacier National
Park, Essex, and Highway 83 Bigfork to Swan Lake.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 PM MDT Wednesday.
For the Winter Storm Warning, from 6 PM Wednesday to noon MDT
Saturday.

* IMPACTS...For MAJOR winter weather impacts, expect considerable
disruptions to normal activities. Dangerous or impossible
traveling conditions. Avoid travel in the impacted areas if
possible. Widespread closures and disruptions to infrastructure
may occur. For EXTREME winter storm impacts, expect substantial
disruptions to normal activities. Extremely dangerous or
impossible traveling conditions. Travel in the impacted areas is
not advised. Extensive and widespread closures and disruptions to
infrastructure may occur. Life saving actions may be needed. The
hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday evening and
Wednesday morning commutes, especially over higher passes. Gusty
winds could bring down tree branches.

Instructions

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.

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