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Winter Storm Watch
Issued: 8:11 PM Nov. 25, 2025 – National Weather Service
...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH FRIDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Heavy snow and flash freeze possible. There is a chance of major winter weather impacts. Total snow accumulations between 3 to 8 inches possible in the valleys with 6 to 12 inches for Marias Pass and higher terrain. * WHERE...Marias Pass, Essex, Highway 83 Bigfork to Swan Lake, Glacier National Park, Bad Rock Canyon, and Polebridge. * WHEN...From Thursday afternoon through Friday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. For MAJOR winter weather impacts, expect considerable disruptions to normal activities. Dangerous or impossible traveling conditions. Avoid travel in the impacted areas if possible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday evening and Friday morning commutes, especially over higher passes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Elevated risk for flash freeze Thursday night into Friday morning as temperatures drop from the 30s and prolonged snowfall and falling temperatures occur as the front passes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded. &&
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