If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or visiting the MDT Road Report website. 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. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST THURSDAY... ...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 8 AM MST FRIDAY... * WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 4 and 7 inches at lower elevations and between 7 and 12 inches at some elevations above 5000 feet. For the Wind Chill Advisory, very cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero. * WHERE...Portions of central and north central Montana. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 11 AM MST Thursday. For the Wind Chill Advisory, from midnight tonight to 8 AM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult and tire chains may be required for some vehicles. Those in the backcountry should ensure they are prepared for dangerous conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The snowfall will be the heaviest Wednesday evening through Thursday morning.