...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 11 PM MST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Damaging winds and heavy snow expected. There is a likelihood of major winter weather impacts to isolated extreme winter storm impacts. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 5 in inches in the valleys and 8 to 12 inches at pass level. Damaging winds gusting as high as 60 mph in the lower elevations, 70 mph in higher terrain. * WHERE...Essex, Marias Pass, Bad Rock Canyon, Polebridge, Glacier National Park, and Highway 83 Bigfork to Swan Lake. * WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 11 PM MST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...For MAJOR winter weather impacts, expect considerable disruptions to normal activities. Dangerous or impossible traveling conditions. Avoid travel in the impacted areas if possible. Widespread closures and disruptions to infrastructure may occur. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning and evening commutes, especially over higher passes. Strong winds could cause tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. &&
