Waarschuwingen, Alta Mine

Winter Weather Advisory issued June 27 at 12:44PM MDT until June 29 at 12:00PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT * WHAT...Periods of wet snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to 5 inches above 6500 feet, with localized amounts in excess of 9 inches near highest peaks. * WHERE...Elkhorn and Boulder Mountains, Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and Centennial Mountains, and Ruby Mountains and Southern Beaverhead Mountains. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to noon MDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Plan on cold and wet backcountry conditions with a heightened hypothermia risk for those not properly dressed. Wet snow may down trees and block access to forest roadways. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Campers should be aware that it only takes a few inches of snow to damage tents and other recreational items. Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.