Advarsler, Alaska Basin

Winter Weather Advisory issued June 26 at 12:29PM MDT until June 29 at 12:00PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT * WHAT...Periods of wet snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to 4 inches above 6500 feet, with localized amounts in excess of 8 inches near highest peaks. * WHERE...Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and Centennial Mountains, Northwest Beaverhead County, and Ruby Mountains and Southern Beaverhead Mountains. * WHEN...From 6 PM Saturday 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. 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.