Weather Alert in Montana
Winter Weather Advisory issued February 23 at 1:36PM MST until February 24 at 11:00AM MST by NWS Missoula MT
AREAS AFFECTED: Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains
DESCRIPTION: ...WINTRY MIX IN VALLEYS AND HEAVY MOUNTAIN SNOW... .A transition from rain to wet snow tonight will lead to slick road conditions for the Tuesday morning commute across West-Central Montana. While snowfall amounts will be light to moderate, the slushy nature of the snow with slick conditions are the primary concerns as temperatures drop below freezing on wet surfaces. * WHAT...Snow expected. There is a likelihood of minor to moderate winter weather impacts. Total snow accumulations 2 to 7 inches, including Lolo and Lost Trail Passes. * WHERE...Highway 93 Sula to Lost Trail Pass and Lolo Pass. * WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 11 AM MST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Winter traveling conditions. For MODERATE winter weather impacts, expect disruptions to normal activities. Hazardous traveling conditions. Use extra caution while driving. Closures and disruptions to infrastructure may occur. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The main concern is rain transitioning to heavy wet snow, causing slick conditions overnight through Tuesday morning.
INSTRUCTION: Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
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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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Weather Topic: What are Altocumulus Clouds?
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Similar to cirrocumulus clouds, altocumulus clouds are
characterized by cloud patches. They are distinguished by larger cloudlets
than cirrocumulus clouds but are still smaller than stratocumulus clouds.
Altocumulus clouds most commonly form in middle altitudes (between 2 and 5 km)
and may resemble, at times, the shape of a flying saucer.
These uncommon formations, called altocumulus lenticularis, are created by uplift
in the atmosphere and are most often seen in close proximity to mountains.
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