Montana and nearby states are on track to have one of the most comprehensive networks of drought monitors in the world.

On Friday at 9:57 a.m. a winter weather advisory was issued by the National Weather Service in effect until Saturday at 5 p.m. The advisory is for Lower Clark Fork

The NWS has warned of possible snow squalls as Arctic air spreads south and east from the Rockies Friday through next week.

The National Weather Service had multiple states under winter weather advisories or winter storm warnings early on Friday.

Millions are bracing for subzero wind chills this weekend as the coldest air of the season hits most of the country. The Arctic blast will bring snow squalls to several states, and seven other states are expecting heavy snow ahead of the plunging temperatures.

On Thursday at 10:47 a.m. a winter weather advisory was issued by the National Weather Service valid from 8 p.m. until Saturday 5 p.m. The advisory is for Lower Clark

The coldest temps were predicted to be anywhere from just above zero degrees Fahrenheit to a few degrees below zero for western Montana's valley cities and towns.

MONTANA - Montanans enjoyed widespread sunshine today, with temperatures reaching the mid-20s in the southwest and climbing into the 30s in other regions. However, changes are expected in the coming

The National Weather Service issued a weather alert at 6:45 a.m. on Thursday for dense fog until 9 a.m. The alert is for Gates of the Mountains, Helena Valley, Big

The NWS has issued warnings this weekend after a powerful polar vortex plunged temperatures nationwide during the week.

MONTANA - The Department of Transportation is also in the process of closing the interstate between Columbus and Park City due to extremely icy conditions and whiteout conditions.