Great Falls, Montana – A High Wind Watch covers central and northern Montana with gusts up to 85 mph possible.
According to the National Weather Service in Great Falls, the watch remains in effect from late Tuesday night through Wednesday evening.
The strongest winds are expected along the Rocky Mountain Front and adjacent foothills and plains, where west winds of 40 to 55 mph could gust as high as 85 mph. Areas including East Glacier Park, Browning, Choteau, Babb and Rogers Pass are included.
Across Cascade County below 5,000 feet, the Helena Valley, Gallatin Valley and surrounding mountain ranges, west winds of 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph are possible. Communities affected include Great Falls, Helena, Bozeman, White Sulphur Springs and Townsend.
In Eastern Glacier, Western Toole and Central Pondera counties, winds of 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph are possible, including Cut Bank and Ethridge.
The National Weather Service warns that high winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could become difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles along north-south routes and mountain passes.
Another round of strong winds is possible Thursday and Friday, according to the agency.
Residents are advised to monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates as conditions develop.
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