Weather Alert in Montana
High Wind Warning issued February 16 at 9:04PM MST until February 18 at 2:00AM MST by NWS Billings MT
AREAS AFFECTED: Fallon
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT...West winds gusting up to 60 mph expected, along with a period of light snow. * WHERE...Fallon. * WHEN...From 2 PM Tuesday to 2 AM MST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Combination of strong winds and light snow will create areas of blowing and drifting snow, reducing visibility at times. Strong winds will make travel difficult for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Precipitation will transition to snow after a cold front passes through late afternoon. Visibility may drop below a mile at times as a result.
INSTRUCTION: Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution and consider postponing travel until winds subside, or take an alternate route. Secure outdoor objects.
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Weather Topic: What is Snow?
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Snow is precipitation taking the form of ice crystals. Each ice crystal, or snowflake,
has unique characteristics, but all of them grow in a hexagonal structure.
Snowfall can last for sustained periods of time and result in significant buildup
of snow on the ground.
On the earth's surface, snow starts out light and powdery, but as it begins to melt
it tends to become more granular, producing small bits of ice which have the consistency of
sand. After several cycles of melting and freezing, snow can become very dense
and ice-like, commonly known as snow pack.
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Weather Topic: What are Stratus Clouds?
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Stratus clouds are similar to altostratus clouds, but form at a
lower altitude and are identified by their fog-like appearance, lacking the
distinguishing features of most clouds.
Stratus clouds are wider than most clouds, and their base has a smooth, uniform
look which is lighter in color than a nimbostratus cloud.
The presence of a stratus cloud indicates the possibility of minor precipitation,
such as drizzle, but heavier precipitation does not typically arrive in the form
of a stratus cloud.
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