* WHAT…West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph today. Then
after an evening lull, west winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70
mph possible late tonight through Saturday.
* WHERE…North Snowy Range Foothills including Arlington and Elk
Mountain along Interstate 80.
* WHEN…For the High Wind Warning, until 7 PM MDT this evening. For
the High Wind Watch, from late tonight through Saturday evening.
* IMPACTS…Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including
campers and tractor trailers. In addition, some patchy blowing
snow could lead to reduced visibility and slick conditions on
roads less traveled.