Weather Alert in Montana
High Wind Warning issued February 26 at 12:47PM MST until February 27 at 5:00PM MST by NWS Billings MT
AREAS AFFECTED: Northern Stillwater; Golden Valley; Judith Gap; Northern Sweet Grass; Melville Foothills; Southern Wheatland
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT...West winds gusting 60 to 75 mph, strongest near the foothills. * WHERE...Portions of central and south central Montana. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along Highway 191 from Big Timber through Judith Gap, and Highway 12 from Harlowton to Lavina. Warm and dry conditions could cause rapid fire spread in wildland grasses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds gusts are expected today into Friday morning.
INSTRUCTION: Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution and consider postponing travel until winds subside, or take an alternate route. Secure loose outdoor items. Use caution with any burning activities.
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Weather Topic: What are Stratus Clouds?
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Stratus clouds are similar to altostratus clouds, but form at a
lower altitude and are identified by their fog-like appearance, lacking the
distinguishing features of most clouds.
Stratus clouds are wider than most clouds, and their base has a smooth, uniform
look which is lighter in color than a nimbostratus cloud.
The presence of a stratus cloud indicates the possibility of minor precipitation,
such as drizzle, but heavier precipitation does not typically arrive in the form
of a stratus cloud.
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Weather Topic: What are Altocumulus Clouds?
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Similar to cirrocumulus clouds, altocumulus clouds are
characterized by cloud patches. They are distinguished by larger cloudlets
than cirrocumulus clouds but are still smaller than stratocumulus clouds.
Altocumulus clouds most commonly form in middle altitudes (between 2 and 5 km)
and may resemble, at times, the shape of a flying saucer.
These uncommon formations, called altocumulus lenticularis, are created by uplift
in the atmosphere and are most often seen in close proximity to mountains.
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