Winter is making its presence felt hard and fast, with snowstorms, icy conditions, and hazardous travel spreading across Washington, Montana, Alaska, Idaho, and Michigan. In Montana, up to a foot of snow is expected, and some areas may see winds up to 85 mph.
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued multiple alerts for these states, urging residents to prepare for severe winter conditions, including snow accumulation, icy roads, and potential power outages.
Snow, ice, and winds are expected. Up to 3 inches of snow and ice accumulation (0.10 to 0.30 inches) is possible, with gusts up to 45 mph.
The NWS has warned of dangerous travel conditions due to ice and snow buildup, especially in areas like Stevens Pass and Holden Village. Expect potential power outages from downed trees and power lines. The warning lasts until early Wednesday.
Heavy snow is anticipated, particularly above 5,000 feet, with some locations (like Marias Pass) possibly receiving 18 inches. Travel could become nearly impossible, especially in areas like Highway 83 and I-90, with visibility dropping below 1/4 mile. Winds gusting up to 60 mph will create treacherous whiteout conditions. The warnings are in effect through Wednesday night.
