Strong Winds Creating Ground Blizzard in Montana

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15 Feb 2018 7:47 PM
Strong winds have been creating widespread blowing and drifting snow in parts of northern and central Montana over the last 24 hours. Emergency travel only was advised earlier today, as many roads were closed due to white-out conditions and drifting snow. https://twitter.com/NWSGreatFalls/status/964253340593991680 https://twitter.com/SteveLeitner2/status/964254735959146496 https://twitter.com/dennisbragg/status/963450316191485953 Along with the strong winds, some areas have seen significant snowfall accumulations. More than a foot has fallen in several areas from the High Plains to the Rockies. Blizzard Warnings continue along the Rocky Mountain Front through Thursday morning, as wind gusts to 55 mph will create additional blowing and drifting snow. Winter Storm Watches extended into the Cascades, with Winter Storm Warnings in high country of Colorado. More snow is ahead for this weekend, with totals of 2 to 3 feet in the highest elevations. For WeatherNation: Meteorologist Mace Michaels
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