Active AlertsGarfield

What: For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot overnight conditions with temperatures around 70. For the Lake Wind Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.
Where: Central and Southeast Phillips, Central and Southern Valley, Garfield, and Petroleum Counties including Fort Peck Lake.
When: For the Extreme Heat Warning, until noon MDT today. For the Lake Wind Advisory, until 6 PM MDT this evening.
Impacts: Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft. Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.
Additional Details: Wave heights up to 3 feet expected.

Boaters on Fort Peck Lake should use extra caution since strong winds and rough waves can overturn small craft.