Golden Valley County, MT
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In effect from Saturday 09/19 1:30 PM MDT – Sunday 09/20 6:00 PM MDT
Issued by NWS Billings MT
A slow moving weather system will continue to impact the region through Sunday. Thunderstorms embedded in the more general rainfall have the potential to produce flash flooding, particularly over recent burn scars.
What
Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible, along with flash flooding over recent burn scars.
Where
All of South Central and Southeast Montana, and Sheridan County Wyoming.
When
Through Sunday afternoon.
Impacts
Excessive runoff may result in flooding of creeks and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas.
Additional Details
- Total rainfall amounts between 1 and 3 inches will be common across the watch area. Locally heavier totals over 4 inches are possible where thunderstorm activity is more persistent. - The Robertson Draw, East Side, Elk, and McGhee-Remington burn scars are particularly vulnerable to Flash Flooding and debris flows. Any other burn scars from this summer will have elevated Flash Flood potential as well. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to Do
Monitor the latest forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
Areas Impacted
- Musselshell
- Treasure
- Northern Rosebud
- Custer
- Fallon
- Northern Stillwater
- Powder River
- Carter
- Northern Park
- Golden Valley
- Red Lodge Foothills
- Northern Big Horn
- Southern Rosebud
- Judith Gap
- Paradise Valley
- Livingston Area
- Beartooth Foothills
- Absaroka/Beartooth Mountains
- Crazy Mountains
- Southern Big Horn
- Southeastern Carbon
- Northern Sweet Grass
- Bighorn Canyon
- Northern Carbon
- Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains
- Melville Foothills
- Northeastern Yellowstone
- Southern Wheatland
- Southwestern Yellowstone
- Northeast Bighorn Mountains
- Sheridan Foothills
Tips to Stay Safe
A Flood Watch means the area may experience a dangerous flooding event, and being prepared may save lives and property.
- Be aware of low-lying areas along your travel routes that are most likely to flood.
- Check your home’s emergency supplies, and make sure all members of the household know your emergency plan.
- Stay tuned for local weather updates on the situation as it develops.
If a Flood Warning is issued, it means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening.
- Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters or flooded roads.
- Stay away from areas where water levels can rise rapidly, like storm drains, culverts, creeks and streams.
If your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground.
Briefings
From the Forecaster
Rainfall Forecast
Created by the NWS Billings WFO
A slow-moving weather system will bring periods of showers and thunderstorms through this weekend. Areas of heavy rain are expected. Make sure to stay up to date with the latest alerts and forecast for important updates.
Seven-day Weather Risk Overview
The graphic shows the daily risk summary for 7 days. Daily risk is based on highest risk factor for that day.
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