Forecasters: Gusty Winds, Heavy Mountain Snow Still on Track for Central Montana

High Winds Shut Down Bridger Bowl, Avalanche Risk High in Backcountry

Strong winds swept through the region on Thursday, forcing Bridger Bowl Ski Area to close operations entirely for the day.The closure likely sent eager skiers toward the backcountry, but officials are warning that doing so could be dangerous. According to Mark Staples, director of the Gallatin National Forest Avalanche Center, current avalanche conditions are dangerous due to the wind.Staples explained that a weak layer of loose snow has already…

Forecasters: Gusty winds, heavy mountain snow still on track for central Montana

High wind warnings remain in effect until 6 p.m. Thursday, with winds out of the west 35 to 55 mph, gusting up to 70 to 90 mph, the National Weather Service in Great Falls said Thursday morning.

'Dangerous situation': Powerful windstorm, heavy snow possible across Montana

Winds are forecast to gust near 90 mph in some parts of Montana and snowfall will be measured in feet in other parts of the state.

Widespread damaging winds and heavy mountain snow arrives tonight

MONTANA - A significant, long duration wind event, with wind gusts between 50 and 95 mph will impact the state late tonight through Thursday evening. Dangerous driving conditions are expected, along with downed trees/power lines, leading to power outages. We're…