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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE

National Weather Service Great Falls MT

132 PM MDT Sun Apr 28 2024



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East Glacier Park Region-

Including the following locations: Saint Mary, Marias Pass, Babb,

Kiowa, East Glacier Park, and Logan Pass

132 PM MDT Sun Apr 28 2024



...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY EVENING THROUGH 

WEDNESDAY MORNING...



* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of between 5 

  and 10 inches, with up to 14 inches over the higher terrain of 

  Glacier National Park is possible. Winds could gust as high as 35 

  mph.



* WHERE...East Glacier Park Region Zone.



* WHEN...From Tuesday evening through Wednesday morning.



* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult and tire chains may be 

  required for some vehicles. Those in the backcountry should ensure 

  they have appropriate knowledge and gear and may want to consider 

  alternate plans.



PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...



Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.



To see a graphical representation of the degree of stress on young 

livestock please visit our webpage and select Local Programs then 

Cold Air Advisory for Newborn Livestock.



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