Weather Alerts For Conner, MT

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Missoula MT 1235 PM MDT Mon Mar 9 2026 Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains- 1235 PM MDT Mon Mar 9 2026 ...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY EVENING THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING ABOVE 5000 FEET... * WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow possible above 5000 feet. There is a chance of major winter weather impacts. Total snow accumulations between 1 to 3 feet. Wind gusts of 40 to 60 mph, climbing to 60 to 80 mph along mountain ridgetops and crests. * WHERE...Highway 93 Sula to Lost Trail Pass and Lolo Pass. * WHEN...From Wednesday evening through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Whiteout and blizzard conditions are possible in backcountry areas and may make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. For MAJOR winter weather impacts, expect considerable disruptions to normal activities. Dangerous or impossible traveling conditions. Avoid travel in the impacted areas if possible. Widespread closures and disruptions to infrastructure may occur. Strong winds could cause tree damage. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels will be climbing Wednesday into Thursday afternoon, reaching as high as 5,000 feet near Lolo Pass and 6,000 feet near Lost Trail Pass. The worst travel conditions are expected during the overnight and early morning periods. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded. Do not touch downed lines and report any power outages to your electric company. Travel is highly discouraged due to slick roadways and the possibility of downed trees and power lines. &&