Summary
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued high-wind watches for parts of north-central and southwest Montana, effective from late Tuesday night through Wednesday. These strong winds could make driving difficult, especially for large vehicles, and may lead to power outages and increased fire risk. Additional wind advisories have been announced for Southern California and south-central Oregon.
Key Facts
- High-wind watches are in place for parts of Montana, starting late Tuesday night.
- Expected wind speeds in Montana are 30-40 mph, with gusts up to 60-65 mph.
- The winds may cause travel difficulties, especially for large vehicles like semis and RVs.
- About 47,000 people are affected by the wind alerts in Montana.
- Unsecured objects could be moved, and tree limbs broken, potentially causing power outages.
- Southern California and Oregon also have wind advisories with gusts up to 55 mph.
- NWS warns of an increased fire risk due to strong winds in Montana.
