High Wind Watch
High Wind Watch issued October 31 at 2:39AM MDT until November 1 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Alert Description
* WHAT...For the first High Wind Watch, southwest winds 30 to 40 mph, with gusts up to 50 mph possible. For the second High Wind Watch, west winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph possible. * WHERE...Eastern Glacier, Western Toole, and Central Pondera Counties. * WHEN...For the first High Wind Watch, from this evening through late tonight. For the second High Wind Watch, from Saturday afternoon through Sunday afternoon. * IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There will be a short lull in the winds on Saturday morning, before strong winds redevelop on Saturday afternoon.
Safety Instructions
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates. Remember, a High Wind Watch means that there is at least a 50% chance of 40 mph sustained winds or 58 mph wind gusts occurring during the watch period.