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Lake Wind Advisory issued July 26 at 12:59PM MDT until July 27 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Missoula MT

Posted at 12:59 PM, Jul 26, 2019
and last updated 2019-07-26 14:59:00-04

The National Weather Service in Missoula has issued a Lake Wind
Advisory for Flathead Lake, which is in effect from noon to 9 PM
MDT Saturday.

* WINDS…South-southwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.

* WHERE…Flathead Lake.

* WHEN…From noon to 9 PM MDT Saturday.

* WAVE HEIGHTS…1 to 3 feet, especially the northern and
northeastern shores.

* IMPACTS…Strong winds and rough waves on the lake will create
hazardous conditions for small craft.
A Lake Wind Advisory indicates that winds will cause rough chop
on area lakes. Small boats will be especially prone to capsizing.