APRIL MOUNTAIN SNOW EVENT TO IMPACT SOUTHWESTERN AND CENTRAL MONTANA. .A slow moving weather system from the Pacific will move bring widespread rain to a large swath of Montana over the weekend, with the best chances for precipitation expected Sunday afternoon through Monday morning. While some of this precipitation will fall as rain even at the higher elevations, widespread flooding is not a major concern at this time. Snow levels will drop quickly Sunday evening and overnight, allowing snow to at least reach the passes by sunrise Monday. This snow will be heavy and wet, which may pose a danger to trees and power lines, especially as trees begin to come out of dormancy. * WHAT. Heavy wet snow possible. Total snow accumulations up to 8 inches possible. * WHERE. Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and Centennial Mountains. * WHEN. From Sunday evening through Monday morning. * IMPACTS. The weight of heavy wet snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Travel could be very difficult. Use caution when shoveling, especially if you have a history of heart issues.
