Sula, MT Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT SATURDAY
ABOVE 5000 FEET...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected above 5000 feet. There is a likelihood
of major winter weather impacts to isolated extreme winter storm
impacts. Total snow accumulations between 3 to 8 inches in the
lower elevations, with 2 to 5 feet above 5,000 feet. Wind gusts
between 40 to 55 mph tonight through Friday.

* WHERE...Highway 93 Sula to Lost Trail Pass and Lolo Pass.

* WHEN...Until noon MDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...For EXTREME winter storm impacts, expect substantial
disruptions to normal activities. Extremely dangerous or
impossible traveling conditions. Travel in the impacted areas is
not advised. Extensive and widespread closures and disruptions to
infrastructure may occur. Life saving actions may be needed. The
hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning and evening
commutes, especially over higher passes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely
necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden
changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the
motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your
destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially
cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is
winterized and in good working order.

Do not touch downed lines and report any power outages to your
electric company. Travel is highly discouraged due to slick roadways
and the possibility of downed trees and power lines.

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The following message is transmitted at the request of West Central Montana
Avalanche Center Missoula MT.

...AVALANCHE WARNING ISSUED BY THE WEST CENTRAL MONTANA AVALANCHE CENTER...

08:00 MDT Thu Mar 12 2026
The West Central Montana Avalanche Center in Missoula has issued a
BACKCOUNTRY AVALANCHE WARNING for the following areas:

NWS Missoula MT -
MTZ006 (MTZ006)...MTZ043 (MTZ043)

* WHAT...A large winter storm with 1-3 feet of new snow and strong wind is
impacting the area.

* WHERE...The Bitterroot Mountains from Lost Trail Pass to Lolo Pass, the
Rattlesnake mountains, and the mountains above Seeley Lake.

* WHEN...In effect from Thu 08:00 MDT to Fri 06:00 MDT.

* IMPACTS...Snow and strong wind has increased the avalanche danger to HIGH.
Large natural and human-triggered avalanches are  likely.

* PRECAUTIONARY / PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...Very dangerous avalanche
conditions. Travel in avalanche terrain is not recommended. Avalanches may
run long distances and can run into mature forests, valley floors, or flat
terrain.

Consult https://missoulaavalanche.org/ or www.avalanche.org for more
detailed information.

Similar avalanche danger may exist at locations outside the coverage area of
this or any avalanche center.