Weather Alert in Montana
High Wind Warning issued February 16 at 1:31PM MST until February 18 at 2:00AM MST by NWS Billings MT
AREAS AFFECTED: Fallon
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT...West wind gusts up to 60 mph expected along with light snow. * WHERE...Fallon. * WHEN...From 2 PM Tuesday to 2 AM MST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Combination of strong winds and light snow will create areas of blowing and drifting snow reducing visibility at times. Strong winds will make Travel difficult for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Precipitation will transition to snow after a cold front passes through late afternoon. Visibility will drop below a mile at times as a result.
INSTRUCTION: Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution and consider postponing travel until winds subside, or take an alternate route. Secure outdoor objects.
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Weather Topic: What are Nimbostratus Clouds?
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A nimbostratus cloud is similar to a stratus cloud in its formless,
smooth appearance. However, a nimbostratus cloud is darker than a stratus cloud,
because it is thicker.
Unlike a stratus cloud, a nimbostratus cloud typically brings with it the threat
of moderate to heavy precipitation. In some cases, the precipitation may evaporate
before reaching the ground, a phenomenon known as virga.
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Weather Topic: What is Rain?
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Precipitation in the form of water droplets is called rain.
Rain generally has a tendency to fall with less intensity over a greater period
of time, and when rainfall is more severe it is usually less sustained.
Rain is the most common form of precipitation and happens with greater frequency
depending on the season and regional influences. Cities have been shown to have
an observable effect on rainfall, due to an effect called the urban heat island.
Compared to upwind, monthly rainfall between twenty and forty miles downwind of
cities is 30% greater.
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