Park County, MT
Alerts
Alerts are listed in order of start time and level of severity. Click on the alert title to read details for each alert.
In effect from Wednesday 07/22 1:00 PM MDT – Thursday 07/23 2:00 AM MDT
Issued by NWS Billings MT
The combination of a moist and unstable air mass with slow moving thunderstorms capable of producing very heavy rain, will bring a risk of flash flooding Wednesday afternoon and evening.
What
Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
Where
Portions of south central Montana, including the following areas, Absaroka/Beartooth Mountains, Beartooth Foothills, Bighorn Canyon, Livingston Area, Northern Carbon, Paradise Valley, Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains, Red Lodge Foothills, Southeastern Carbon and Southern Big Horn and north central Wyoming, including the following areas, Northeast Bighorn Mountains and Sheridan Foothills.
When
From Wednesday afternoon through late Wednesday night.
Impacts
Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Recent burn scars, including the Robertson Draw and East Side south of Red Lodge, and the Elk along the eastern slopes of the Bighorn Mountains, are at risk of experiencing flash flooding and debris flows.
Additional Details
- Thunderstorms capable of producing very heavy rain are expected Wednesday afternoon and evening. These storms may cause localized flash flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to Do
You should monitor the forecast and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.
Areas Impacted
- Red Lodge Foothills
- Paradise Valley
- Livingston Area
- Beartooth Foothills
- Absaroka/Beartooth Mountains
- Southern Big Horn
- Southeastern Carbon
- Bighorn Canyon
- Northern Carbon
- Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains
- 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
Heavy Rainfall Midweek
Created by the NWS Billings WFO
Expect thunderstorm coverage to increase by Wednesday. Storms may produce heavy rainfall and could lead to local flash flooding. Stay up to date on the forecast.
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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