LAKE, MT — * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. An additional 1 to 3 inches of rain is possible in the warned area through 6am Tuesday.
* WHERE...South Central Lake County in northwestern Montana...
* WHEN...Until 1045 AM MDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of creeks and streams draining out of the Mission Mountains, included but not limited to Crow Creek, Post Creek and Mission Creek, is imminent or occurring. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from ongoing rainfall. P
Flooding in Lake, MT can cut off roads with little warning, damage homes near low-lying areas, and disrupt power and water service. Even a few inches of moving water can carry away a vehicle.
This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.
Alert USA anticipates a high chance of travel disruptions, elevated property risk in low-lying areas, and possible power outages while the event is active.
Recommended steps: avoid flooded roads — turn around, don't drown; move to higher ground if you are in a low-lying area; charge phones and prepare for power loss; check on family and neighbors.
Alert USA is tracking this flood event and will update this report as verified information becomes available.
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