Headline:
Flood Advisory issued July 16 at 9:16PM MDT until July 17 at 12:15AM MDT by NWS Billings MT
Event:
Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 16, 2026 - 8:16pm
Expires:
July 16, 2026 - 11:15pm
Description:
Thunderstorms approaching the Billings metro area are expected to
produce very heavy rainfall and localized urban flooding.
* WHAT...Urban area and small stream flooding caused by excessive
rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...West Central Yellowstone County in south central Montana...
* WHEN...Until 1215 AM MDT.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
Water over roadways. Ponding of water in urban or other areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 912 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicated very heavy rain due to
thunderstorms approaching the Billings metro area from the
northwest. Expect urban and small stream flooding.
- Localized rainfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour are expected.
- Some locations that may experience flooding include...
Billings, Lockwood, Billings Heights, Shepherd, Huntley and
Billings West End.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
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.
Area Description:
Yellowstone, MT
Forcast Office:
NWS Billings MT
Sender: