...FLOOD WARNING FOR AN ICE JAM REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 215 PM MST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Flooding caused by an ice jam on the Big Horn River at General Custer Fishing Access Road continues. * WHERE...Portions of south central and southeast Montana, including the following counties, in south central Montana, Big Horn and Yellowstone. In southeast Montana, Treasure. * WHEN...Until 215 PM MST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 216 PM MST, Emergency Management reported ongoing flooding across the warned area. An ice jam is occurring and will continue to cause flooding. - Flooding was occurring along East Kingley Road, along with field flooding near the road. Flooding was also occurring along East Community School Road, and water was approaching a structure on the road. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... mainly rural areas of North Central Big Horn, Eastern Yellowstone and Central Treasure Counties - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Do not drive on or attempt to cross flooded roads, find an alternate route. Roads and driveways may be damaged or washed out in places. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. Stay away or be swept away. River banks and culverts can become unstable and unsafe. Please report observed flooding to local emergency officials and request they pass the information to the National Weather Service in Billings. &&
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Periods of snow. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches. Greatest amounts north of Billings, Hardin and Lame Deer. * WHERE...Bighorn Canyon, Northern Big Horn, Southern Big Horn, Southwestern Yellowstone, and Southern Rosebud. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Snow will cause slick roads and areas of poor visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the evening commute today, as well as the Thursday morning commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Breezy northwest winds will produce areas of blowing snow and wind chills in the teens below zero tonight and Thursday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road conditions, call 5 1 1. &&