5 Inches New Snow for Lolo and Lost Trail Pass by Sunday Afternoon

It's been a week packed with rain and snow for Montana, and Mother Nature isn't done yet. Another round of snow is headed for the mountains of western Montana.

Heavy, wet snow is expected to accumulate on the passes of western Montana this weekend. Primarily Saturday night into Sunday afternoon. Up to 5 inches of fresh snow is on it's way.

• A WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON.
• WHAT...Heavy snow possible.
• Chance of moderate to major impacts from snow is at least 50 percent.
• Total snow accumulations up to 5 inches possible.
• WHERE...Lolo Pass and Highway 93 Sula to Lost Trail Pass.
• WHEN...From late Saturday night through Sunday afternoon.
• IMPACTS...For MODERATE impacts from snow, expect disruptions to normal activities.
• Hazardous traveling conditions.
• Use extra caution while driving.
• Closures and disruptions to infrastructure may occur.
• For MAJOR impacts from snow, expect considerable disruptions to normal activities.
• Dangerous or impossible traveling conditions.
• Avoid travel in the impacted areas if possible.
• Widespread closures and disruptions to infrastructure may occur.

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This past week has seen very hit or miss results with advisories and warnings. Those areas that have been hit hard with snow or rain, have received a LOT. Be cautious in the mountains of western Montana this weekend.

"A Winter Storm Warning means that a severe winter weather event is either currently occurring or is imminent and poses a significant threat to life and/or property. This type of alert indicates that hazardous conditions like heavy snow, ice, sleet, or blowing snow are expected, and travel may become difficult or impossible." (National Weather Service)