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High Wind Warning 0017
Issued by the Billings Forecast Office

Action Issued Starts Expiration
New 2025-12-18 04:02:35 2025-12-18 15:00:00 2025-12-19 15:00:00
New 2025-12-18 04:02:35 2025-12-18 21:00:00 2025-12-19 15:00:00
Continued 2025-12-18 05:54:37 2025-12-18 15:00:00 2025-12-19 15:00:00
Continued 2025-12-18 05:54:37 2025-12-18 21:00:00 2025-12-19 15:00:00
Area Extended 2025-12-18 15:30:23 2025-12-18 21:00:00 2025-12-19 15:00:00
Time and Area Extended 2025-12-18 15:30:23 2025-12-19 00:00:00 2025-12-19 18:00:00
Area Extended 2025-12-18 15:30:23 2025-12-18 21:00:00 2025-12-19 15:00:00
Continued 2025-12-18 15:30:23 2025-12-19 15:00:00
Continued 2025-12-18 15:30:23 2025-12-18 21:00:00 2025-12-19 15:00:00
Area Extended 2025-12-18 15:30:23 2025-12-18 21:00:00 2025-12-19 15:00:00
Continued 2025-12-19 03:55:03 2025-12-19 15:00:00
Continued 2025-12-19 03:55:03 2025-12-19 15:00:00
Continued 2025-12-19 03:55:03 2025-12-19 18:00:00
Continued 2025-12-19 03:55:03 2025-12-19 15:00:00
Continued 2025-12-19 03:55:03 2025-12-19 15:00:00
Continued 2025-12-19 03:55:03 2025-12-19 15:00:00
Continued 2025-12-19 06:45:09 2025-12-19 15:00:00
Continued 2025-12-19 06:45:09 2025-12-19 18:00:00
Continued 2025-12-19 06:45:09 2025-12-19 15:00:00
Continued 2025-12-19 06:45:09 2025-12-19 15:00:00
Continued 2025-12-19 06:45:09 2025-12-19 15:00:00
Continued 2025-12-19 06:45:09 2025-12-19 15:00:00
Continued 2025-12-19 14:57:24 2025-12-19 18:00:00
Time Extended 2025-12-19 14:57:24 2025-12-19 17:00:00
Expired 2025-12-19 14:57:24 2025-12-19 15:00:00
Time Extended 2025-12-19 14:57:24 2025-12-19 17:00:00
Expired 2025-12-19 16:59:57 2025-12-19 17:00:00
Continued 2025-12-19 16:59:57 2025-12-19 18:00:00


Action: New
Issued At: 2025-12-18 04:02:35

020 
WWUS75 KBYZ 181002
NPWBYZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
302 AM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

MTZ065-066-191015-
/O.NEW.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251218T2100Z-251219T2100Z/
Livingston Area-Beartooth Foothills-
Including the locations of Fishtail, Mc Leod, Livingston, Nye,
Limestone, and Dean
302 AM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 2 PM MST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts to 75 mph expected.

* WHERE...Beartooth Foothills and Livingston Area.

* WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Interstate 90 from Livingston to Big Timber and roads along the
  Beartooth Foothills.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds can be expected tonight into
  Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ141-172-191015-
/O.NEW.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
Northern Sweet Grass-Melville Foothills-
Including the locations of Big Timber and Melville
302 AM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 2 PM MST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts up to 65 mph expected.

* WHERE...Melville Foothills and Northern Sweet Grass.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds can be expected tonight into
  Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ138-169-WYZ199-191015-
/O.NEW.KBYZ.HW.A.0015.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251218T1200Z/
Southern Big Horn-Bighorn Canyon-Sheridan Foothills-
Including the locations of Fort Smith, Sheridan, Pryor, and Lodge
Grass
302 AM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST EARLY THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, northwest winds with gusts up to
  65 mph occurring. For the High Wind Watch, southwest to west winds
  with gusts of 50 to 65 mph possible.

* WHERE...In Montana, Bighorn Canyon and Southern Big Horn. In
  Wyoming, Sheridan Foothills.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 5 AM MST early this
  morning. For the High Wind Watch, from this evening through Friday
  afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes travel on I-90 through Sheridan. Secure loose outdoor
  items.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds tonight and Friday morning could be
  erratic, with periodic strong winds surging down the mountain
  slopes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

&&

$$

MTZ031>033-036-037-058-181200-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251218T1200Z/
Northern Rosebud-Custer-Fallon-Powder River-Carter-Southern
Rosebud-
Including the locations of Lame Deer, Miles City, Colstrip, Baker,
Broadus, Ekalaka, and Forsyth
302 AM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST EARLY THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Northwest winds with gusts up to 65 mph occurring.

* WHERE...A portion of southeast Montana.

* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST early this morning.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  Secure loose outdoor items.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of light snow are expected through early
  this morning, which combined with the strong winds could lead to
  blowing snow and reduced visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.


&&

$$

MTZ056-191015-
/O.NEW.KBYZ.HW.A.0015.251219T0300Z-251219T1800Z/
Red Lodge Foothills-
Including the locations of Red Lodge
302 AM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY
MORNING...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts up to 65 mph possible.

* WHERE...Red Lodge Foothills.

* WHEN...From this evening through Friday morning.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
  especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds tonight and Friday morning could be
  erratic, with periodic strong winds surging down the mountain
  slopes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

&&

$$

MTZ063-228-191015-
/O.NEW.KBYZ.HW.A.0015.251219T0600Z-251220T0000Z/
Judith Gap-Southern Wheatland-
Including the locations of Harlowton and Judith Gap
302 AM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds with gusts up to 60 mph possible.

* WHERE...Judith Gap and Southern Wheatland.

* WHEN...From this evening through Friday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds could make travel difficult along
  Highway 191 through Judith Gap.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds are expected late tonight
  through Friday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

&&

$$

Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at
http://www.weather.gov/billings

Palmquist


Action: New
Issued At: 2025-12-18 04:02:35

020 
WWUS75 KBYZ 181002
NPWBYZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
302 AM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

MTZ065-066-191015-
/O.NEW.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251218T2100Z-251219T2100Z/
Livingston Area-Beartooth Foothills-
Including the locations of Fishtail, Mc Leod, Livingston, Nye,
Limestone, and Dean
302 AM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 2 PM MST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts to 75 mph expected.

* WHERE...Beartooth Foothills and Livingston Area.

* WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Interstate 90 from Livingston to Big Timber and roads along the
  Beartooth Foothills.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds can be expected tonight into
  Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ141-172-191015-
/O.NEW.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
Northern Sweet Grass-Melville Foothills-
Including the locations of Big Timber and Melville
302 AM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 2 PM MST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts up to 65 mph expected.

* WHERE...Melville Foothills and Northern Sweet Grass.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds can be expected tonight into
  Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ138-169-WYZ199-191015-
/O.NEW.KBYZ.HW.A.0015.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251218T1200Z/
Southern Big Horn-Bighorn Canyon-Sheridan Foothills-
Including the locations of Fort Smith, Sheridan, Pryor, and Lodge
Grass
302 AM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST EARLY THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, northwest winds with gusts up to
  65 mph occurring. For the High Wind Watch, southwest to west winds
  with gusts of 50 to 65 mph possible.

* WHERE...In Montana, Bighorn Canyon and Southern Big Horn. In
  Wyoming, Sheridan Foothills.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 5 AM MST early this
  morning. For the High Wind Watch, from this evening through Friday
  afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes travel on I-90 through Sheridan. Secure loose outdoor
  items.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds tonight and Friday morning could be
  erratic, with periodic strong winds surging down the mountain
  slopes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

&&

$$

MTZ031>033-036-037-058-181200-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251218T1200Z/
Northern Rosebud-Custer-Fallon-Powder River-Carter-Southern
Rosebud-
Including the locations of Lame Deer, Miles City, Colstrip, Baker,
Broadus, Ekalaka, and Forsyth
302 AM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST EARLY THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Northwest winds with gusts up to 65 mph occurring.

* WHERE...A portion of southeast Montana.

* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST early this morning.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  Secure loose outdoor items.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of light snow are expected through early
  this morning, which combined with the strong winds could lead to
  blowing snow and reduced visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.


&&

$$

MTZ056-191015-
/O.NEW.KBYZ.HW.A.0015.251219T0300Z-251219T1800Z/
Red Lodge Foothills-
Including the locations of Red Lodge
302 AM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY
MORNING...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts up to 65 mph possible.

* WHERE...Red Lodge Foothills.

* WHEN...From this evening through Friday morning.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
  especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds tonight and Friday morning could be
  erratic, with periodic strong winds surging down the mountain
  slopes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

&&

$$

MTZ063-228-191015-
/O.NEW.KBYZ.HW.A.0015.251219T0600Z-251220T0000Z/
Judith Gap-Southern Wheatland-
Including the locations of Harlowton and Judith Gap
302 AM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds with gusts up to 60 mph possible.

* WHERE...Judith Gap and Southern Wheatland.

* WHEN...From this evening through Friday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds could make travel difficult along
  Highway 191 through Judith Gap.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds are expected late tonight
  through Friday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

&&

$$

Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at
http://www.weather.gov/billings

Palmquist


Action: Continued
Issued At: 2025-12-18 05:54:37

088 
WWUS75 KBYZ 181153
NPWBYZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
453 AM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

MTZ138-169-WYZ199-191200-
/O.EXP.KBYZ.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251218T1200Z/
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.A.0015.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
Southern Big Horn-Bighorn Canyon-Sheridan Foothills-
Including the locations of Fort Smith, Sheridan, Pryor, and Lodge
Grass
453 AM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph possible.

* WHERE...In Montana, Bighorn Canyon and Southern Big Horn. In
  Wyoming, Sheridan Foothills.

* WHEN...From this evening through Friday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes travel on I-90 through Sheridan. Secure loose outdoor
  items.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds tonight and Friday morning could be
  erratic, with periodic strong winds surging down the mountain
  slopes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

&&

$$

MTZ031>033-036-037-058-181300-
/O.EXP.KBYZ.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251218T1200Z/
Northern Rosebud-Custer-Fallon-Powder River-Carter-Southern
Rosebud-
Including the locations of Lame Deer, Miles City, Colstrip, Baker,
Broadus, Ekalaka, and Forsyth
453 AM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 5 AM MST EARLY THIS MORNING...

The strongest winds are coming to an end. Gusty northwest winds will
continue decreasing through the morning. Blowing snow could bring
localized visibility reductions.

$$

MTZ065-066-191200-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251218T2100Z-251219T2100Z/
Livingston Area-Beartooth Foothills-
Including the locations of Fishtail, Mc Leod, Livingston, Nye,
Limestone, and Dean
453 AM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 2
PM MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts to 75 mph expected.

* WHERE...Beartooth Foothills and Livingston Area.

* WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Interstate 90 from Livingston to Big Timber and roads along the
  Beartooth Foothills.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds can be expected tonight into
  Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ141-172-191200-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
Northern Sweet Grass-Melville Foothills-
Including the locations of Big Timber and Melville
453 AM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 2 PM
MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts up to 65 mph expected.

* WHERE...Melville Foothills and Northern Sweet Grass.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds can be expected tonight into
  Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ056-191200-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.A.0015.251219T0300Z-251219T1800Z/
Red Lodge Foothills-
Including the locations of Red Lodge
453 AM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY
MORNING...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts up to 65 mph possible.

* WHERE...Red Lodge Foothills.

* WHEN...From this evening through Friday morning.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds tonight and Friday morning could be
  erratic, with periodic strong winds surging down the mountain
  slopes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

&&

$$

MTZ063-228-191200-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.A.0015.251219T0600Z-251220T0000Z/
Judith Gap-Southern Wheatland-
Including the locations of Harlowton and Judith Gap
453 AM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds with gusts up to 60 mph possible.

* WHERE...Judith Gap and Southern Wheatland.

* WHEN...From this evening through Friday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds could make travel difficult along
  Highway 191 through Judith Gap.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds are expected late tonight
  through Friday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

&&

$$

Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at
http://www.weather.gov/billings

Palmquist


Action: Continued
Issued At: 2025-12-18 05:54:37

088 
WWUS75 KBYZ 181153
NPWBYZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
453 AM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

MTZ138-169-WYZ199-191200-
/O.EXP.KBYZ.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251218T1200Z/
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.A.0015.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
Southern Big Horn-Bighorn Canyon-Sheridan Foothills-
Including the locations of Fort Smith, Sheridan, Pryor, and Lodge
Grass
453 AM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph possible.

* WHERE...In Montana, Bighorn Canyon and Southern Big Horn. In
  Wyoming, Sheridan Foothills.

* WHEN...From this evening through Friday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes travel on I-90 through Sheridan. Secure loose outdoor
  items.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds tonight and Friday morning could be
  erratic, with periodic strong winds surging down the mountain
  slopes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

&&

$$

MTZ031>033-036-037-058-181300-
/O.EXP.KBYZ.HW.W.0016.000000T0000Z-251218T1200Z/
Northern Rosebud-Custer-Fallon-Powder River-Carter-Southern
Rosebud-
Including the locations of Lame Deer, Miles City, Colstrip, Baker,
Broadus, Ekalaka, and Forsyth
453 AM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 5 AM MST EARLY THIS MORNING...

The strongest winds are coming to an end. Gusty northwest winds will
continue decreasing through the morning. Blowing snow could bring
localized visibility reductions.

$$

MTZ065-066-191200-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251218T2100Z-251219T2100Z/
Livingston Area-Beartooth Foothills-
Including the locations of Fishtail, Mc Leod, Livingston, Nye,
Limestone, and Dean
453 AM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 2
PM MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts to 75 mph expected.

* WHERE...Beartooth Foothills and Livingston Area.

* WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Interstate 90 from Livingston to Big Timber and roads along the
  Beartooth Foothills.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds can be expected tonight into
  Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ141-172-191200-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
Northern Sweet Grass-Melville Foothills-
Including the locations of Big Timber and Melville
453 AM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 2 PM
MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts up to 65 mph expected.

* WHERE...Melville Foothills and Northern Sweet Grass.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds can be expected tonight into
  Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ056-191200-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.A.0015.251219T0300Z-251219T1800Z/
Red Lodge Foothills-
Including the locations of Red Lodge
453 AM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY
MORNING...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts up to 65 mph possible.

* WHERE...Red Lodge Foothills.

* WHEN...From this evening through Friday morning.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds tonight and Friday morning could be
  erratic, with periodic strong winds surging down the mountain
  slopes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

&&

$$

MTZ063-228-191200-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.A.0015.251219T0600Z-251220T0000Z/
Judith Gap-Southern Wheatland-
Including the locations of Harlowton and Judith Gap
453 AM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds with gusts up to 60 mph possible.

* WHERE...Judith Gap and Southern Wheatland.

* WHEN...From this evening through Friday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds could make travel difficult along
  Highway 191 through Judith Gap.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds are expected late tonight
  through Friday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

&&

$$

Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at
http://www.weather.gov/billings

Palmquist


Action: Area Extended
Issued At: 2025-12-18 15:30:23

092 
WWUS75 KBYZ 182129
NPWBYZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

MTZ063-228-192130-
/O.UPG.KBYZ.HW.A.0015.251219T0600Z-251220T0000Z/
/O.EXB.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0600Z-251220T0000Z/
Judith Gap-Southern Wheatland-
Including the locations of Harlowton and Judith Gap
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 5 PM MST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...West winds with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Judith Gap and Southern Wheatland.

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 5 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191 through Judith Gap.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds are expected late tonight into
  Friday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ056-192100-
/O.UPG.KBYZ.HW.A.0015.251219T0300Z-251219T1800Z/
/O.EXA.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
Red Lodge Foothills-
Including the locations of Red Lodge
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 2 PM MST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Red Lodge Foothills.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest wind gusts
  are expected tonight into Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ138-169-WYZ199-192100-
/O.UPG.KBYZ.HW.A.0015.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
/O.EXA.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
Southern Big Horn-Bighorn Canyon-Sheridan Foothills-
Including the locations of Fort Smith, Sheridan, Lodge Grass, and
Pryor
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 2 PM MST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph.

* WHERE...In Montana, Bighorn Canyon and Southern Big Horn. In
  Wyoming, Sheridan Foothills.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes travel on I-90 through Sheridan.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest winds are
  expected late tonight through Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ171-WYZ198-192100-
/O.EXA.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains-Northeast Bighorn Mountains-
Including the locations of Burgess Junction and Story
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 2 PM MST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 60 to 75 mph, strongest along
  the north and east slopes of the Bighorn Mountains.

* WHERE...In Montana, Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains. In Wyoming,
  Northeast Bighorn Mountains.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes portions of Highway 14 through the Bighorn Mountains,
  especially from Dayton to Burgess Junction.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected tonight into
  Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Strong winds will impact recreation in the backcountry.

&&

$$

MTZ065-066-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Livingston Area-Beartooth Foothills-
Including the locations of Livingston, Mc Leod, Dean, Limestone, Nye,
and Fishtail
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts to 75 mph.

* WHERE...Beartooth Foothills and Livingston Area.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Interstate 90 from Livingston to Big Timber and roads along the
  Beartooth Foothills.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected tonight
  into Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ141-172-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
Northern Sweet Grass-Melville Foothills-
Including the locations of Big Timber and Melville
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 2 PM
MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Melville Foothills and Northern Sweet Grass.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected tonight
  into Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at
http://www.weather.gov/billings

Arends


Action: Time and Area Extended
Issued At: 2025-12-18 15:30:23

092 
WWUS75 KBYZ 182129
NPWBYZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

MTZ063-228-192130-
/O.UPG.KBYZ.HW.A.0015.251219T0600Z-251220T0000Z/
/O.EXB.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0600Z-251220T0000Z/
Judith Gap-Southern Wheatland-
Including the locations of Harlowton and Judith Gap
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 5 PM MST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...West winds with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Judith Gap and Southern Wheatland.

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 5 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191 through Judith Gap.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds are expected late tonight into
  Friday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ056-192100-
/O.UPG.KBYZ.HW.A.0015.251219T0300Z-251219T1800Z/
/O.EXA.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
Red Lodge Foothills-
Including the locations of Red Lodge
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 2 PM MST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Red Lodge Foothills.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest wind gusts
  are expected tonight into Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ138-169-WYZ199-192100-
/O.UPG.KBYZ.HW.A.0015.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
/O.EXA.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
Southern Big Horn-Bighorn Canyon-Sheridan Foothills-
Including the locations of Fort Smith, Sheridan, Lodge Grass, and
Pryor
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 2 PM MST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph.

* WHERE...In Montana, Bighorn Canyon and Southern Big Horn. In
  Wyoming, Sheridan Foothills.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes travel on I-90 through Sheridan.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest winds are
  expected late tonight through Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ171-WYZ198-192100-
/O.EXA.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains-Northeast Bighorn Mountains-
Including the locations of Burgess Junction and Story
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 2 PM MST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 60 to 75 mph, strongest along
  the north and east slopes of the Bighorn Mountains.

* WHERE...In Montana, Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains. In Wyoming,
  Northeast Bighorn Mountains.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes portions of Highway 14 through the Bighorn Mountains,
  especially from Dayton to Burgess Junction.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected tonight into
  Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Strong winds will impact recreation in the backcountry.

&&

$$

MTZ065-066-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Livingston Area-Beartooth Foothills-
Including the locations of Livingston, Mc Leod, Dean, Limestone, Nye,
and Fishtail
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts to 75 mph.

* WHERE...Beartooth Foothills and Livingston Area.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Interstate 90 from Livingston to Big Timber and roads along the
  Beartooth Foothills.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected tonight
  into Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ141-172-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
Northern Sweet Grass-Melville Foothills-
Including the locations of Big Timber and Melville
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 2 PM
MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Melville Foothills and Northern Sweet Grass.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected tonight
  into Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at
http://www.weather.gov/billings

Arends


Action: Area Extended
Issued At: 2025-12-18 15:30:23

092 
WWUS75 KBYZ 182129
NPWBYZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

MTZ063-228-192130-
/O.UPG.KBYZ.HW.A.0015.251219T0600Z-251220T0000Z/
/O.EXB.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0600Z-251220T0000Z/
Judith Gap-Southern Wheatland-
Including the locations of Harlowton and Judith Gap
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 5 PM MST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...West winds with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Judith Gap and Southern Wheatland.

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 5 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191 through Judith Gap.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds are expected late tonight into
  Friday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ056-192100-
/O.UPG.KBYZ.HW.A.0015.251219T0300Z-251219T1800Z/
/O.EXA.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
Red Lodge Foothills-
Including the locations of Red Lodge
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 2 PM MST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Red Lodge Foothills.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest wind gusts
  are expected tonight into Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ138-169-WYZ199-192100-
/O.UPG.KBYZ.HW.A.0015.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
/O.EXA.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
Southern Big Horn-Bighorn Canyon-Sheridan Foothills-
Including the locations of Fort Smith, Sheridan, Lodge Grass, and
Pryor
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 2 PM MST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph.

* WHERE...In Montana, Bighorn Canyon and Southern Big Horn. In
  Wyoming, Sheridan Foothills.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes travel on I-90 through Sheridan.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest winds are
  expected late tonight through Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ171-WYZ198-192100-
/O.EXA.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains-Northeast Bighorn Mountains-
Including the locations of Burgess Junction and Story
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 2 PM MST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 60 to 75 mph, strongest along
  the north and east slopes of the Bighorn Mountains.

* WHERE...In Montana, Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains. In Wyoming,
  Northeast Bighorn Mountains.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes portions of Highway 14 through the Bighorn Mountains,
  especially from Dayton to Burgess Junction.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected tonight into
  Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Strong winds will impact recreation in the backcountry.

&&

$$

MTZ065-066-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Livingston Area-Beartooth Foothills-
Including the locations of Livingston, Mc Leod, Dean, Limestone, Nye,
and Fishtail
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts to 75 mph.

* WHERE...Beartooth Foothills and Livingston Area.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Interstate 90 from Livingston to Big Timber and roads along the
  Beartooth Foothills.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected tonight
  into Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ141-172-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
Northern Sweet Grass-Melville Foothills-
Including the locations of Big Timber and Melville
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 2 PM
MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Melville Foothills and Northern Sweet Grass.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected tonight
  into Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at
http://www.weather.gov/billings

Arends


Action: Continued
Issued At: 2025-12-18 15:30:23

092 
WWUS75 KBYZ 182129
NPWBYZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

MTZ063-228-192130-
/O.UPG.KBYZ.HW.A.0015.251219T0600Z-251220T0000Z/
/O.EXB.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0600Z-251220T0000Z/
Judith Gap-Southern Wheatland-
Including the locations of Harlowton and Judith Gap
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 5 PM MST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...West winds with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Judith Gap and Southern Wheatland.

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 5 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191 through Judith Gap.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds are expected late tonight into
  Friday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ056-192100-
/O.UPG.KBYZ.HW.A.0015.251219T0300Z-251219T1800Z/
/O.EXA.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
Red Lodge Foothills-
Including the locations of Red Lodge
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 2 PM MST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Red Lodge Foothills.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest wind gusts
  are expected tonight into Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ138-169-WYZ199-192100-
/O.UPG.KBYZ.HW.A.0015.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
/O.EXA.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
Southern Big Horn-Bighorn Canyon-Sheridan Foothills-
Including the locations of Fort Smith, Sheridan, Lodge Grass, and
Pryor
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 2 PM MST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph.

* WHERE...In Montana, Bighorn Canyon and Southern Big Horn. In
  Wyoming, Sheridan Foothills.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes travel on I-90 through Sheridan.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest winds are
  expected late tonight through Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ171-WYZ198-192100-
/O.EXA.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains-Northeast Bighorn Mountains-
Including the locations of Burgess Junction and Story
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 2 PM MST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 60 to 75 mph, strongest along
  the north and east slopes of the Bighorn Mountains.

* WHERE...In Montana, Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains. In Wyoming,
  Northeast Bighorn Mountains.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes portions of Highway 14 through the Bighorn Mountains,
  especially from Dayton to Burgess Junction.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected tonight into
  Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Strong winds will impact recreation in the backcountry.

&&

$$

MTZ065-066-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Livingston Area-Beartooth Foothills-
Including the locations of Livingston, Mc Leod, Dean, Limestone, Nye,
and Fishtail
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts to 75 mph.

* WHERE...Beartooth Foothills and Livingston Area.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Interstate 90 from Livingston to Big Timber and roads along the
  Beartooth Foothills.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected tonight
  into Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ141-172-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
Northern Sweet Grass-Melville Foothills-
Including the locations of Big Timber and Melville
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 2 PM
MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Melville Foothills and Northern Sweet Grass.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected tonight
  into Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at
http://www.weather.gov/billings

Arends


Action: Continued
Issued At: 2025-12-18 15:30:23

092 
WWUS75 KBYZ 182129
NPWBYZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

MTZ063-228-192130-
/O.UPG.KBYZ.HW.A.0015.251219T0600Z-251220T0000Z/
/O.EXB.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0600Z-251220T0000Z/
Judith Gap-Southern Wheatland-
Including the locations of Harlowton and Judith Gap
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 5 PM MST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...West winds with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Judith Gap and Southern Wheatland.

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 5 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191 through Judith Gap.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds are expected late tonight into
  Friday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ056-192100-
/O.UPG.KBYZ.HW.A.0015.251219T0300Z-251219T1800Z/
/O.EXA.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
Red Lodge Foothills-
Including the locations of Red Lodge
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 2 PM MST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Red Lodge Foothills.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest wind gusts
  are expected tonight into Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ138-169-WYZ199-192100-
/O.UPG.KBYZ.HW.A.0015.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
/O.EXA.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
Southern Big Horn-Bighorn Canyon-Sheridan Foothills-
Including the locations of Fort Smith, Sheridan, Lodge Grass, and
Pryor
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 2 PM MST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph.

* WHERE...In Montana, Bighorn Canyon and Southern Big Horn. In
  Wyoming, Sheridan Foothills.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes travel on I-90 through Sheridan.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest winds are
  expected late tonight through Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ171-WYZ198-192100-
/O.EXA.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains-Northeast Bighorn Mountains-
Including the locations of Burgess Junction and Story
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 2 PM MST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 60 to 75 mph, strongest along
  the north and east slopes of the Bighorn Mountains.

* WHERE...In Montana, Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains. In Wyoming,
  Northeast Bighorn Mountains.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes portions of Highway 14 through the Bighorn Mountains,
  especially from Dayton to Burgess Junction.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected tonight into
  Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Strong winds will impact recreation in the backcountry.

&&

$$

MTZ065-066-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Livingston Area-Beartooth Foothills-
Including the locations of Livingston, Mc Leod, Dean, Limestone, Nye,
and Fishtail
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts to 75 mph.

* WHERE...Beartooth Foothills and Livingston Area.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Interstate 90 from Livingston to Big Timber and roads along the
  Beartooth Foothills.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected tonight
  into Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ141-172-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
Northern Sweet Grass-Melville Foothills-
Including the locations of Big Timber and Melville
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 2 PM
MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Melville Foothills and Northern Sweet Grass.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected tonight
  into Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at
http://www.weather.gov/billings

Arends


Action: Area Extended
Issued At: 2025-12-18 15:30:23

092 
WWUS75 KBYZ 182129
NPWBYZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

MTZ063-228-192130-
/O.UPG.KBYZ.HW.A.0015.251219T0600Z-251220T0000Z/
/O.EXB.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0600Z-251220T0000Z/
Judith Gap-Southern Wheatland-
Including the locations of Harlowton and Judith Gap
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 5 PM MST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...West winds with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Judith Gap and Southern Wheatland.

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 5 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191 through Judith Gap.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds are expected late tonight into
  Friday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ056-192100-
/O.UPG.KBYZ.HW.A.0015.251219T0300Z-251219T1800Z/
/O.EXA.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
Red Lodge Foothills-
Including the locations of Red Lodge
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 2 PM MST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Red Lodge Foothills.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest wind gusts
  are expected tonight into Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ138-169-WYZ199-192100-
/O.UPG.KBYZ.HW.A.0015.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
/O.EXA.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
Southern Big Horn-Bighorn Canyon-Sheridan Foothills-
Including the locations of Fort Smith, Sheridan, Lodge Grass, and
Pryor
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 2 PM MST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph.

* WHERE...In Montana, Bighorn Canyon and Southern Big Horn. In
  Wyoming, Sheridan Foothills.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes travel on I-90 through Sheridan.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest winds are
  expected late tonight through Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ171-WYZ198-192100-
/O.EXA.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains-Northeast Bighorn Mountains-
Including the locations of Burgess Junction and Story
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 2 PM MST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 60 to 75 mph, strongest along
  the north and east slopes of the Bighorn Mountains.

* WHERE...In Montana, Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains. In Wyoming,
  Northeast Bighorn Mountains.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes portions of Highway 14 through the Bighorn Mountains,
  especially from Dayton to Burgess Junction.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected tonight into
  Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Strong winds will impact recreation in the backcountry.

&&

$$

MTZ065-066-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Livingston Area-Beartooth Foothills-
Including the locations of Livingston, Mc Leod, Dean, Limestone, Nye,
and Fishtail
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts to 75 mph.

* WHERE...Beartooth Foothills and Livingston Area.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Interstate 90 from Livingston to Big Timber and roads along the
  Beartooth Foothills.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected tonight
  into Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ141-172-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.251219T0300Z-251219T2100Z/
Northern Sweet Grass-Melville Foothills-
Including the locations of Big Timber and Melville
229 PM MST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 2 PM
MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Melville Foothills and Northern Sweet Grass.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 2 PM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected tonight
  into Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at
http://www.weather.gov/billings

Arends


Action: Continued
Issued At: 2025-12-19 03:55:03

334 
WWUS75 KBYZ 190954
NPWBYZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

MTZ056-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Red Lodge Foothills-
Including the locations of Red Lodge
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Red Lodge Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest wind gusts
  are expected into this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ063-228-200000-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251220T0000Z/
Judith Gap-Southern Wheatland-
Including the locations of Judith Gap and Harlowton
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Judith Gap and Southern Wheatland.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191 through Judith Gap.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ065-066-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Livingston Area-Beartooth Foothills-
Including the locations of Dean, Livingston, Mc Leod, Limestone,
Fishtail, and Nye
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts to 75 mph.

* WHERE...Beartooth Foothills and Livingston Area.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Interstate 90 from Livingston to Big Timber and roads along the
  Beartooth Foothills.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected through
  this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ138-169-WYZ199-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Southern Big Horn-Bighorn Canyon-Sheridan Foothills-
Including the locations of Pryor, Sheridan, Fort Smith, and Lodge
Grass
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph.

* WHERE...In Montana, Bighorn Canyon and Southern Big Horn. In
  Wyoming, Sheridan Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes travel on I-90 through Sheridan.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest winds are
  expected through this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ141-172-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Northern Sweet Grass-Melville Foothills-
Including the locations of Big Timber and Melville
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Melville Foothills and Northern Sweet Grass.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected through
  this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ171-WYZ198-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains-Northeast Bighorn Mountains-
Including the locations of Burgess Junction and Story
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 60 to 75 mph, strongest along
  the north and east slopes of the Bighorn Mountains.

* WHERE...In Montana, Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains. In Wyoming,
  Northeast Bighorn Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes portions of Highway 14 through the Bighorn Mountains,
  especially from Dayton to Burgess Junction.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected through this
  morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Strong winds will impact recreation in the backcountry.

&&

$$

Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at
http://www.weather.gov/billings

Palmquist


Action: Continued
Issued At: 2025-12-19 03:55:03

334 
WWUS75 KBYZ 190954
NPWBYZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

MTZ056-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Red Lodge Foothills-
Including the locations of Red Lodge
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Red Lodge Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest wind gusts
  are expected into this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ063-228-200000-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251220T0000Z/
Judith Gap-Southern Wheatland-
Including the locations of Judith Gap and Harlowton
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Judith Gap and Southern Wheatland.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191 through Judith Gap.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ065-066-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Livingston Area-Beartooth Foothills-
Including the locations of Dean, Livingston, Mc Leod, Limestone,
Fishtail, and Nye
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts to 75 mph.

* WHERE...Beartooth Foothills and Livingston Area.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Interstate 90 from Livingston to Big Timber and roads along the
  Beartooth Foothills.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected through
  this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ138-169-WYZ199-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Southern Big Horn-Bighorn Canyon-Sheridan Foothills-
Including the locations of Pryor, Sheridan, Fort Smith, and Lodge
Grass
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph.

* WHERE...In Montana, Bighorn Canyon and Southern Big Horn. In
  Wyoming, Sheridan Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes travel on I-90 through Sheridan.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest winds are
  expected through this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ141-172-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Northern Sweet Grass-Melville Foothills-
Including the locations of Big Timber and Melville
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Melville Foothills and Northern Sweet Grass.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected through
  this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ171-WYZ198-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains-Northeast Bighorn Mountains-
Including the locations of Burgess Junction and Story
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 60 to 75 mph, strongest along
  the north and east slopes of the Bighorn Mountains.

* WHERE...In Montana, Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains. In Wyoming,
  Northeast Bighorn Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes portions of Highway 14 through the Bighorn Mountains,
  especially from Dayton to Burgess Junction.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected through this
  morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Strong winds will impact recreation in the backcountry.

&&

$$

Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at
http://www.weather.gov/billings

Palmquist


Action: Continued
Issued At: 2025-12-19 03:55:03

334 
WWUS75 KBYZ 190954
NPWBYZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

MTZ056-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Red Lodge Foothills-
Including the locations of Red Lodge
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Red Lodge Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest wind gusts
  are expected into this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ063-228-200000-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251220T0000Z/
Judith Gap-Southern Wheatland-
Including the locations of Judith Gap and Harlowton
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Judith Gap and Southern Wheatland.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191 through Judith Gap.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ065-066-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Livingston Area-Beartooth Foothills-
Including the locations of Dean, Livingston, Mc Leod, Limestone,
Fishtail, and Nye
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts to 75 mph.

* WHERE...Beartooth Foothills and Livingston Area.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Interstate 90 from Livingston to Big Timber and roads along the
  Beartooth Foothills.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected through
  this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ138-169-WYZ199-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Southern Big Horn-Bighorn Canyon-Sheridan Foothills-
Including the locations of Pryor, Sheridan, Fort Smith, and Lodge
Grass
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph.

* WHERE...In Montana, Bighorn Canyon and Southern Big Horn. In
  Wyoming, Sheridan Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes travel on I-90 through Sheridan.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest winds are
  expected through this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ141-172-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Northern Sweet Grass-Melville Foothills-
Including the locations of Big Timber and Melville
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Melville Foothills and Northern Sweet Grass.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected through
  this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ171-WYZ198-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains-Northeast Bighorn Mountains-
Including the locations of Burgess Junction and Story
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 60 to 75 mph, strongest along
  the north and east slopes of the Bighorn Mountains.

* WHERE...In Montana, Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains. In Wyoming,
  Northeast Bighorn Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes portions of Highway 14 through the Bighorn Mountains,
  especially from Dayton to Burgess Junction.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected through this
  morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Strong winds will impact recreation in the backcountry.

&&

$$

Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at
http://www.weather.gov/billings

Palmquist


Action: Continued
Issued At: 2025-12-19 03:55:03

334 
WWUS75 KBYZ 190954
NPWBYZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

MTZ056-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Red Lodge Foothills-
Including the locations of Red Lodge
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Red Lodge Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest wind gusts
  are expected into this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ063-228-200000-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251220T0000Z/
Judith Gap-Southern Wheatland-
Including the locations of Judith Gap and Harlowton
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Judith Gap and Southern Wheatland.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191 through Judith Gap.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ065-066-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Livingston Area-Beartooth Foothills-
Including the locations of Dean, Livingston, Mc Leod, Limestone,
Fishtail, and Nye
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts to 75 mph.

* WHERE...Beartooth Foothills and Livingston Area.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Interstate 90 from Livingston to Big Timber and roads along the
  Beartooth Foothills.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected through
  this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ138-169-WYZ199-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Southern Big Horn-Bighorn Canyon-Sheridan Foothills-
Including the locations of Pryor, Sheridan, Fort Smith, and Lodge
Grass
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph.

* WHERE...In Montana, Bighorn Canyon and Southern Big Horn. In
  Wyoming, Sheridan Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes travel on I-90 through Sheridan.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest winds are
  expected through this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ141-172-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Northern Sweet Grass-Melville Foothills-
Including the locations of Big Timber and Melville
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Melville Foothills and Northern Sweet Grass.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected through
  this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ171-WYZ198-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains-Northeast Bighorn Mountains-
Including the locations of Burgess Junction and Story
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 60 to 75 mph, strongest along
  the north and east slopes of the Bighorn Mountains.

* WHERE...In Montana, Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains. In Wyoming,
  Northeast Bighorn Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes portions of Highway 14 through the Bighorn Mountains,
  especially from Dayton to Burgess Junction.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected through this
  morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Strong winds will impact recreation in the backcountry.

&&

$$

Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at
http://www.weather.gov/billings

Palmquist


Action: Continued
Issued At: 2025-12-19 03:55:03

334 
WWUS75 KBYZ 190954
NPWBYZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

MTZ056-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Red Lodge Foothills-
Including the locations of Red Lodge
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Red Lodge Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest wind gusts
  are expected into this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ063-228-200000-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251220T0000Z/
Judith Gap-Southern Wheatland-
Including the locations of Judith Gap and Harlowton
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Judith Gap and Southern Wheatland.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191 through Judith Gap.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ065-066-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Livingston Area-Beartooth Foothills-
Including the locations of Dean, Livingston, Mc Leod, Limestone,
Fishtail, and Nye
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts to 75 mph.

* WHERE...Beartooth Foothills and Livingston Area.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Interstate 90 from Livingston to Big Timber and roads along the
  Beartooth Foothills.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected through
  this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ138-169-WYZ199-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Southern Big Horn-Bighorn Canyon-Sheridan Foothills-
Including the locations of Pryor, Sheridan, Fort Smith, and Lodge
Grass
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph.

* WHERE...In Montana, Bighorn Canyon and Southern Big Horn. In
  Wyoming, Sheridan Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes travel on I-90 through Sheridan.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest winds are
  expected through this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ141-172-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Northern Sweet Grass-Melville Foothills-
Including the locations of Big Timber and Melville
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Melville Foothills and Northern Sweet Grass.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected through
  this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ171-WYZ198-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains-Northeast Bighorn Mountains-
Including the locations of Burgess Junction and Story
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 60 to 75 mph, strongest along
  the north and east slopes of the Bighorn Mountains.

* WHERE...In Montana, Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains. In Wyoming,
  Northeast Bighorn Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes portions of Highway 14 through the Bighorn Mountains,
  especially from Dayton to Burgess Junction.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected through this
  morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Strong winds will impact recreation in the backcountry.

&&

$$

Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at
http://www.weather.gov/billings

Palmquist


Action: Continued
Issued At: 2025-12-19 03:55:03

334 
WWUS75 KBYZ 190954
NPWBYZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

MTZ056-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Red Lodge Foothills-
Including the locations of Red Lodge
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Red Lodge Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest wind gusts
  are expected into this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ063-228-200000-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251220T0000Z/
Judith Gap-Southern Wheatland-
Including the locations of Judith Gap and Harlowton
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Judith Gap and Southern Wheatland.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191 through Judith Gap.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ065-066-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Livingston Area-Beartooth Foothills-
Including the locations of Dean, Livingston, Mc Leod, Limestone,
Fishtail, and Nye
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts to 75 mph.

* WHERE...Beartooth Foothills and Livingston Area.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Interstate 90 from Livingston to Big Timber and roads along the
  Beartooth Foothills.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected through
  this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ138-169-WYZ199-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Southern Big Horn-Bighorn Canyon-Sheridan Foothills-
Including the locations of Pryor, Sheridan, Fort Smith, and Lodge
Grass
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph.

* WHERE...In Montana, Bighorn Canyon and Southern Big Horn. In
  Wyoming, Sheridan Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes travel on I-90 through Sheridan.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest winds are
  expected through this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ141-172-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Northern Sweet Grass-Melville Foothills-
Including the locations of Big Timber and Melville
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Melville Foothills and Northern Sweet Grass.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected through
  this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ171-WYZ198-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains-Northeast Bighorn Mountains-
Including the locations of Burgess Junction and Story
254 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 60 to 75 mph, strongest along
  the north and east slopes of the Bighorn Mountains.

* WHERE...In Montana, Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains. In Wyoming,
  Northeast Bighorn Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes portions of Highway 14 through the Bighorn Mountains,
  especially from Dayton to Burgess Junction.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected through this
  morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Strong winds will impact recreation in the backcountry.

&&

$$

Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at
http://www.weather.gov/billings

Palmquist


Action: Continued
Issued At: 2025-12-19 06:45:09

855 
WWUS75 KBYZ 191244
NPWBYZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

MTZ056-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Red Lodge Foothills-
Including the locations of Red Lodge
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Red Lodge Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest wind gusts
  are expected into this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ063-228-200000-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251220T0000Z/
Judith Gap-Southern Wheatland-
Including the locations of Judith Gap and Harlowton
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Judith Gap and Southern Wheatland.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191 through Judith Gap.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ065-066-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Livingston Area-Beartooth Foothills-
Including the locations of Dean, Livingston, Mc Leod, Limestone,
Fishtail, and Nye
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts to 70 to 80 mph.

* WHERE...Beartooth Foothills and Livingston Area.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Interstate 90 from Livingston to Big Timber and roads along the
  Beartooth Foothills.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected through
  this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ138-169-WYZ199-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Southern Big Horn-Bighorn Canyon-Sheridan Foothills-
Including the locations of Pryor, Sheridan, Fort Smith, and Lodge
Grass
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph. Locally
  higher gusts possible.

* WHERE...In Montana, Bighorn Canyon and Southern Big Horn. In
  Wyoming, Sheridan Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes travel on I-90 through Sheridan.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest winds are
  expected through this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ141-172-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Northern Sweet Grass-Melville Foothills-
Including the locations of Big Timber and Melville
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Melville Foothills and Northern Sweet Grass.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected through
  this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ171-WYZ198-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains-Northeast Bighorn Mountains-
Including the locations of Burgess Junction and Story
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 60 to 75 mph, strongest along
  the north and east slopes of the Bighorn Mountains.

* WHERE...In Montana, Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains. In Wyoming,
  Northeast Bighorn Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes portions of Highway 14 through the Bighorn Mountains,
  especially from Dayton to Burgess Junction.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected through this
  morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at
http://www.weather.gov/billings

Palmquist


Action: Continued
Issued At: 2025-12-19 06:45:09

855 
WWUS75 KBYZ 191244
NPWBYZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

MTZ056-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Red Lodge Foothills-
Including the locations of Red Lodge
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Red Lodge Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest wind gusts
  are expected into this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ063-228-200000-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251220T0000Z/
Judith Gap-Southern Wheatland-
Including the locations of Judith Gap and Harlowton
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Judith Gap and Southern Wheatland.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191 through Judith Gap.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ065-066-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Livingston Area-Beartooth Foothills-
Including the locations of Dean, Livingston, Mc Leod, Limestone,
Fishtail, and Nye
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts to 70 to 80 mph.

* WHERE...Beartooth Foothills and Livingston Area.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Interstate 90 from Livingston to Big Timber and roads along the
  Beartooth Foothills.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected through
  this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ138-169-WYZ199-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Southern Big Horn-Bighorn Canyon-Sheridan Foothills-
Including the locations of Pryor, Sheridan, Fort Smith, and Lodge
Grass
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph. Locally
  higher gusts possible.

* WHERE...In Montana, Bighorn Canyon and Southern Big Horn. In
  Wyoming, Sheridan Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes travel on I-90 through Sheridan.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest winds are
  expected through this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ141-172-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Northern Sweet Grass-Melville Foothills-
Including the locations of Big Timber and Melville
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Melville Foothills and Northern Sweet Grass.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected through
  this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ171-WYZ198-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains-Northeast Bighorn Mountains-
Including the locations of Burgess Junction and Story
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 60 to 75 mph, strongest along
  the north and east slopes of the Bighorn Mountains.

* WHERE...In Montana, Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains. In Wyoming,
  Northeast Bighorn Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes portions of Highway 14 through the Bighorn Mountains,
  especially from Dayton to Burgess Junction.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected through this
  morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at
http://www.weather.gov/billings

Palmquist


Action: Continued
Issued At: 2025-12-19 06:45:09

855 
WWUS75 KBYZ 191244
NPWBYZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

MTZ056-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Red Lodge Foothills-
Including the locations of Red Lodge
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Red Lodge Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest wind gusts
  are expected into this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ063-228-200000-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251220T0000Z/
Judith Gap-Southern Wheatland-
Including the locations of Judith Gap and Harlowton
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Judith Gap and Southern Wheatland.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191 through Judith Gap.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ065-066-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Livingston Area-Beartooth Foothills-
Including the locations of Dean, Livingston, Mc Leod, Limestone,
Fishtail, and Nye
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts to 70 to 80 mph.

* WHERE...Beartooth Foothills and Livingston Area.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Interstate 90 from Livingston to Big Timber and roads along the
  Beartooth Foothills.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected through
  this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ138-169-WYZ199-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Southern Big Horn-Bighorn Canyon-Sheridan Foothills-
Including the locations of Pryor, Sheridan, Fort Smith, and Lodge
Grass
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph. Locally
  higher gusts possible.

* WHERE...In Montana, Bighorn Canyon and Southern Big Horn. In
  Wyoming, Sheridan Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes travel on I-90 through Sheridan.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest winds are
  expected through this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ141-172-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Northern Sweet Grass-Melville Foothills-
Including the locations of Big Timber and Melville
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Melville Foothills and Northern Sweet Grass.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected through
  this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ171-WYZ198-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains-Northeast Bighorn Mountains-
Including the locations of Burgess Junction and Story
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 60 to 75 mph, strongest along
  the north and east slopes of the Bighorn Mountains.

* WHERE...In Montana, Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains. In Wyoming,
  Northeast Bighorn Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes portions of Highway 14 through the Bighorn Mountains,
  especially from Dayton to Burgess Junction.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected through this
  morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at
http://www.weather.gov/billings

Palmquist


Action: Continued
Issued At: 2025-12-19 06:45:09

855 
WWUS75 KBYZ 191244
NPWBYZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

MTZ056-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Red Lodge Foothills-
Including the locations of Red Lodge
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Red Lodge Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest wind gusts
  are expected into this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ063-228-200000-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251220T0000Z/
Judith Gap-Southern Wheatland-
Including the locations of Judith Gap and Harlowton
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Judith Gap and Southern Wheatland.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191 through Judith Gap.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ065-066-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Livingston Area-Beartooth Foothills-
Including the locations of Dean, Livingston, Mc Leod, Limestone,
Fishtail, and Nye
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts to 70 to 80 mph.

* WHERE...Beartooth Foothills and Livingston Area.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Interstate 90 from Livingston to Big Timber and roads along the
  Beartooth Foothills.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected through
  this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ138-169-WYZ199-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Southern Big Horn-Bighorn Canyon-Sheridan Foothills-
Including the locations of Pryor, Sheridan, Fort Smith, and Lodge
Grass
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph. Locally
  higher gusts possible.

* WHERE...In Montana, Bighorn Canyon and Southern Big Horn. In
  Wyoming, Sheridan Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes travel on I-90 through Sheridan.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest winds are
  expected through this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ141-172-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Northern Sweet Grass-Melville Foothills-
Including the locations of Big Timber and Melville
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Melville Foothills and Northern Sweet Grass.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected through
  this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ171-WYZ198-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains-Northeast Bighorn Mountains-
Including the locations of Burgess Junction and Story
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 60 to 75 mph, strongest along
  the north and east slopes of the Bighorn Mountains.

* WHERE...In Montana, Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains. In Wyoming,
  Northeast Bighorn Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes portions of Highway 14 through the Bighorn Mountains,
  especially from Dayton to Burgess Junction.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected through this
  morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at
http://www.weather.gov/billings

Palmquist


Action: Continued
Issued At: 2025-12-19 06:45:09

855 
WWUS75 KBYZ 191244
NPWBYZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

MTZ056-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Red Lodge Foothills-
Including the locations of Red Lodge
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Red Lodge Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest wind gusts
  are expected into this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ063-228-200000-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251220T0000Z/
Judith Gap-Southern Wheatland-
Including the locations of Judith Gap and Harlowton
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Judith Gap and Southern Wheatland.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191 through Judith Gap.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ065-066-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Livingston Area-Beartooth Foothills-
Including the locations of Dean, Livingston, Mc Leod, Limestone,
Fishtail, and Nye
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts to 70 to 80 mph.

* WHERE...Beartooth Foothills and Livingston Area.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Interstate 90 from Livingston to Big Timber and roads along the
  Beartooth Foothills.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected through
  this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ138-169-WYZ199-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Southern Big Horn-Bighorn Canyon-Sheridan Foothills-
Including the locations of Pryor, Sheridan, Fort Smith, and Lodge
Grass
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph. Locally
  higher gusts possible.

* WHERE...In Montana, Bighorn Canyon and Southern Big Horn. In
  Wyoming, Sheridan Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes travel on I-90 through Sheridan.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest winds are
  expected through this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ141-172-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Northern Sweet Grass-Melville Foothills-
Including the locations of Big Timber and Melville
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Melville Foothills and Northern Sweet Grass.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected through
  this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ171-WYZ198-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains-Northeast Bighorn Mountains-
Including the locations of Burgess Junction and Story
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 60 to 75 mph, strongest along
  the north and east slopes of the Bighorn Mountains.

* WHERE...In Montana, Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains. In Wyoming,
  Northeast Bighorn Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes portions of Highway 14 through the Bighorn Mountains,
  especially from Dayton to Burgess Junction.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected through this
  morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at
http://www.weather.gov/billings

Palmquist


Action: Continued
Issued At: 2025-12-19 06:45:09

855 
WWUS75 KBYZ 191244
NPWBYZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

MTZ056-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Red Lodge Foothills-
Including the locations of Red Lodge
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Red Lodge Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest wind gusts
  are expected into this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ063-228-200000-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251220T0000Z/
Judith Gap-Southern Wheatland-
Including the locations of Judith Gap and Harlowton
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Judith Gap and Southern Wheatland.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191 through Judith Gap.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ065-066-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Livingston Area-Beartooth Foothills-
Including the locations of Dean, Livingston, Mc Leod, Limestone,
Fishtail, and Nye
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts to 70 to 80 mph.

* WHERE...Beartooth Foothills and Livingston Area.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Interstate 90 from Livingston to Big Timber and roads along the
  Beartooth Foothills.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected through
  this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ138-169-WYZ199-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Southern Big Horn-Bighorn Canyon-Sheridan Foothills-
Including the locations of Pryor, Sheridan, Fort Smith, and Lodge
Grass
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts of 50 to 65 mph. Locally
  higher gusts possible.

* WHERE...In Montana, Bighorn Canyon and Southern Big Horn. In
  Wyoming, Sheridan Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes travel on I-90 through Sheridan.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. The strongest winds are
  expected through this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ141-172-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Northern Sweet Grass-Melville Foothills-
Including the locations of Big Timber and Melville
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Melville Foothills and Northern Sweet Grass.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds can be expected through
  this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ171-WYZ198-192100-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains-Northeast Bighorn Mountains-
Including the locations of Burgess Junction and Story
544 AM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds with gusts of 60 to 75 mph, strongest along
  the north and east slopes of the Bighorn Mountains.

* WHERE...In Montana, Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains. In Wyoming,
  Northeast Bighorn Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes portions of Highway 14 through the Bighorn Mountains,
  especially from Dayton to Burgess Junction.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected through this
  morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at
http://www.weather.gov/billings

Palmquist


Action: Continued
Issued At: 2025-12-19 14:57:24

536 
WWUS75 KBYZ 192056
NPWBYZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
156 PM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

MTZ056-065-066-141-172-192200-
/O.EXP.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Red Lodge Foothills-Livingston Area-Beartooth Foothills-Northern
Sweet Grass-Melville Foothills-
Including the locations of Big Timber, Nye, Limestone, Dean,
Fishtail, Mc Leod, Melville, Red Lodge, and Livingston
156 PM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 2 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON...

The strong wind threat is coming to an end with the passage of the
cold front. This cold front is currently located at Livingston to Big
Timber. A strong gust or two remains possible around Red Lodge until
the front moves through in the next hour. Otherwise, breezy northwest
winds will exist behind the front.

$$

MTZ138-169-WYZ199-192300-
/O.EXT.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2300Z/
Southern Big Horn-Bighorn Canyon-Sheridan Foothills-
Including the locations of Pryor, Sheridan, Fort Smith, and Lodge
Grass
156 PM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...In Montana, Bighorn Canyon and Southern Big Horn. In
  Wyoming, Sheridan Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes travel on I-90 through Sheridan.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. Winds will gradually
  decrease through the afternoon.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ171-WYZ198-192300-
/O.EXT.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2300Z/
Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains-Northeast Bighorn Mountains-
Including the locations of Burgess Junction and Story
156 PM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph, strongest
  on north and east facing slopes.

* WHERE...In Montana, Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains. In Wyoming,
  Northeast Bighorn Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes portions of Highway 14 through the Bighorn Mountains,
  especially from Dayton to Burgess Junction.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ063-228-200000-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251220T0000Z/
Judith Gap-Southern Wheatland-
Including the locations of Harlowton and Judith Gap
156 PM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Judith Gap and Southern Wheatland.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191 through Judith Gap.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at
http://www.weather.gov/billings

Arends


Action: Time Extended
Issued At: 2025-12-19 14:57:24

536 
WWUS75 KBYZ 192056
NPWBYZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
156 PM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

MTZ056-065-066-141-172-192200-
/O.EXP.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Red Lodge Foothills-Livingston Area-Beartooth Foothills-Northern
Sweet Grass-Melville Foothills-
Including the locations of Big Timber, Nye, Limestone, Dean,
Fishtail, Mc Leod, Melville, Red Lodge, and Livingston
156 PM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 2 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON...

The strong wind threat is coming to an end with the passage of the
cold front. This cold front is currently located at Livingston to Big
Timber. A strong gust or two remains possible around Red Lodge until
the front moves through in the next hour. Otherwise, breezy northwest
winds will exist behind the front.

$$

MTZ138-169-WYZ199-192300-
/O.EXT.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2300Z/
Southern Big Horn-Bighorn Canyon-Sheridan Foothills-
Including the locations of Pryor, Sheridan, Fort Smith, and Lodge
Grass
156 PM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...In Montana, Bighorn Canyon and Southern Big Horn. In
  Wyoming, Sheridan Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes travel on I-90 through Sheridan.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. Winds will gradually
  decrease through the afternoon.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ171-WYZ198-192300-
/O.EXT.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2300Z/
Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains-Northeast Bighorn Mountains-
Including the locations of Burgess Junction and Story
156 PM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph, strongest
  on north and east facing slopes.

* WHERE...In Montana, Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains. In Wyoming,
  Northeast Bighorn Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes portions of Highway 14 through the Bighorn Mountains,
  especially from Dayton to Burgess Junction.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ063-228-200000-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251220T0000Z/
Judith Gap-Southern Wheatland-
Including the locations of Harlowton and Judith Gap
156 PM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Judith Gap and Southern Wheatland.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191 through Judith Gap.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at
http://www.weather.gov/billings

Arends


Action: Expired
Issued At: 2025-12-19 14:57:24

536 
WWUS75 KBYZ 192056
NPWBYZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
156 PM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

MTZ056-065-066-141-172-192200-
/O.EXP.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Red Lodge Foothills-Livingston Area-Beartooth Foothills-Northern
Sweet Grass-Melville Foothills-
Including the locations of Big Timber, Nye, Limestone, Dean,
Fishtail, Mc Leod, Melville, Red Lodge, and Livingston
156 PM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 2 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON...

The strong wind threat is coming to an end with the passage of the
cold front. This cold front is currently located at Livingston to Big
Timber. A strong gust or two remains possible around Red Lodge until
the front moves through in the next hour. Otherwise, breezy northwest
winds will exist behind the front.

$$

MTZ138-169-WYZ199-192300-
/O.EXT.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2300Z/
Southern Big Horn-Bighorn Canyon-Sheridan Foothills-
Including the locations of Pryor, Sheridan, Fort Smith, and Lodge
Grass
156 PM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...In Montana, Bighorn Canyon and Southern Big Horn. In
  Wyoming, Sheridan Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes travel on I-90 through Sheridan.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. Winds will gradually
  decrease through the afternoon.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ171-WYZ198-192300-
/O.EXT.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2300Z/
Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains-Northeast Bighorn Mountains-
Including the locations of Burgess Junction and Story
156 PM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph, strongest
  on north and east facing slopes.

* WHERE...In Montana, Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains. In Wyoming,
  Northeast Bighorn Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes portions of Highway 14 through the Bighorn Mountains,
  especially from Dayton to Burgess Junction.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ063-228-200000-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251220T0000Z/
Judith Gap-Southern Wheatland-
Including the locations of Harlowton and Judith Gap
156 PM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Judith Gap and Southern Wheatland.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191 through Judith Gap.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at
http://www.weather.gov/billings

Arends


Action: Time Extended
Issued At: 2025-12-19 14:57:24

536 
WWUS75 KBYZ 192056
NPWBYZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
156 PM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

MTZ056-065-066-141-172-192200-
/O.EXP.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2100Z/
Red Lodge Foothills-Livingston Area-Beartooth Foothills-Northern
Sweet Grass-Melville Foothills-
Including the locations of Big Timber, Nye, Limestone, Dean,
Fishtail, Mc Leod, Melville, Red Lodge, and Livingston
156 PM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 2 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON...

The strong wind threat is coming to an end with the passage of the
cold front. This cold front is currently located at Livingston to Big
Timber. A strong gust or two remains possible around Red Lodge until
the front moves through in the next hour. Otherwise, breezy northwest
winds will exist behind the front.

$$

MTZ138-169-WYZ199-192300-
/O.EXT.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2300Z/
Southern Big Horn-Bighorn Canyon-Sheridan Foothills-
Including the locations of Pryor, Sheridan, Fort Smith, and Lodge
Grass
156 PM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...In Montana, Bighorn Canyon and Southern Big Horn. In
  Wyoming, Sheridan Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes travel on I-90 through Sheridan.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be erratic, with periodic strong
  gusts surging down the mountain slopes. Winds will gradually
  decrease through the afternoon.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ171-WYZ198-192300-
/O.EXT.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2300Z/
Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains-Northeast Bighorn Mountains-
Including the locations of Burgess Junction and Story
156 PM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph, strongest
  on north and east facing slopes.

* WHERE...In Montana, Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains. In Wyoming,
  Northeast Bighorn Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  This includes portions of Highway 14 through the Bighorn Mountains,
  especially from Dayton to Burgess Junction.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

MTZ063-228-200000-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251220T0000Z/
Judith Gap-Southern Wheatland-
Including the locations of Harlowton and Judith Gap
156 PM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Judith Gap and Southern Wheatland.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191 through Judith Gap.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at
http://www.weather.gov/billings

Arends


Action: Expired
Issued At: 2025-12-19 16:59:57

131 
WWUS75 KBYZ 192259
NPWBYZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
359 PM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

MTZ138-169-171-WYZ198-199-200000-
/O.EXP.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2300Z/
Southern Big Horn-Bighorn Canyon-Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains-
Northeast Bighorn Mountains-Sheridan Foothills-
Including the locations of Sheridan, Story, Lodge Grass, Pryor, Fort
Smith, and Burgess Junction
359 PM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 4 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON...

The strong wind threat is ending with the passage of a cold front.
Expect breezy conditions to remain this evening behind the front with
gusts up to 35 mph.

$$

MTZ063-228-200000-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251220T0000Z/
Judith Gap-Southern Wheatland-
Including the locations of Harlowton and Judith Gap
359 PM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Judith Gap and Southern Wheatland.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191 through Judith Gap.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at
http://www.weather.gov/billings

Arends


Action: Continued
Issued At: 2025-12-19 16:59:57

131 
WWUS75 KBYZ 192259
NPWBYZ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
359 PM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

MTZ138-169-171-WYZ198-199-200000-
/O.EXP.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251219T2300Z/
Southern Big Horn-Bighorn Canyon-Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains-
Northeast Bighorn Mountains-Sheridan Foothills-
Including the locations of Sheridan, Story, Lodge Grass, Pryor, Fort
Smith, and Burgess Junction
359 PM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 4 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON...

The strong wind threat is ending with the passage of a cold front.
Expect breezy conditions to remain this evening behind the front with
gusts up to 35 mph.

$$

MTZ063-228-200000-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0017.000000T0000Z-251220T0000Z/
Judith Gap-Southern Wheatland-
Including the locations of Harlowton and Judith Gap
359 PM MST Fri Dec 19 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Judith Gap and Southern Wheatland.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
  Highway 191 through Judith Gap.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at
http://www.weather.gov/billings

Arends



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