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5/2/2013

Tornadoes in Montana: rare, but dangerous

Posted 8:20 PM 5/2/2013 by STORMTracker Weather Team

John Blank is the longest serving meteorologist at the National Weather Service office in Great Falls.

Since 1981, he's tracked some of the worst storms in the state's history.

He recalled, "Many years here, I hadn't really seen one hit a town until the Lewistown tornado. And, it (More)

Thursday afternoon OnDemand STORMTracker Weather

5/1/2013

National Significant Wildland Fire Potential Outlook released

Posted 3:50 PM 5/1/2013 by Meteorologist Mike Heard

The National Significant Wildland Fire Potential Outlook was issued today and will be updated on June 1.

The report covers the entire U.S., however, looking at the local wildland fire potential for SW Montana they issued this forecast:

July and August above normal significant fire (More)

UPDATE: Bozeman High student comments on naming Winter Storm Achilles

Bozeman Latin students name Winter Storm Achilles

Valley County tops list for most tornadoes in Montana

4/30/2013

Wintry travel tonight over the mountain passes

Posted 9:45 PM 4/30/2013 by Meteorologist Mike Heard

Caution tonight! Snow is beginning to stick over the mountain passes here in SW Montana. Wet roadways will be icing up by morning. Give yourself plenty of extra time to travel over the mountain passes. For a complete road report and MDOT camera links go to this link.

Chief Meteorologist Mike Heard will update the current weather conditions at 10pm and Matt Elwell will be in at 5:30am for additional weather information Wednesday morning.

Tuesday Morning STORMTracker Update

4/29/2013

Damaging winds hit SW Montana this afternoon

Posted 2:11 PM 4/29/2013 by Meteorologist Mike Heard

A high wind warning continues through midnight tonight for all of Southwest Montana.

Winds are increasing this afternoon as a cold front is moving through.

West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph are possible. Property damage is also possible, as well as falling trees, downed power lines and dangerous highway travel for high profile vehicles.

Chief Meteorologist Mike Heard will have updated STORMTracker weather tonight at 5:30 and 10 p.m.

4/28/2013

National Weather Service issues High Wind Warning for Monday

Posted 3:21 PM 4/28/2013 by Meteorologist Adam Bell

The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for Southwest Montana in effect starting 9 am Monday morning. Westerly winds will increase during the morning hours on Monday. By the afternoon sustained winds will reach between 30 to 40 mph, with gusts nearing 60 mph. NWS is (More)

4/26/2013

Friday afternoon OnDemand STORMTracker Forecast

Posted 2:59 PM 4/26/2013 by Meteorologist Mike Heard

Wind Advisory for the Butte/Blackfoot region Saturday

4/25/2013

Thursday afternoon OnDemand STORMTracker Weather

Posted 1:50 PM 4/25/2013 by Meteorologist Mike Heard

Warming trend continues into Friday for Montana. Temperatures should rise above average over the next 24 hours.

Strong winds are likely to develop by Saturday. NWS issued a Wind Advisory for the Butte/Blackfoot region Saturday. SW winds 15-25 mph Saturday morning will increase to 25-35 with gusts up to 50 mph Saturday afternoon.

Chief Meteorologist Mike Heard will have a detailed weather forecast for this weekend coming up at 5:30pm and 10pm.